Know Better Do Better

Know Better Do Better

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Know Better Do Better episodes

  • 59. How Antiracists Unintentionally Amplify The Impacts of Racism
    There is a way that we are unintentionally amplifying the negative impacts of racism. Learn what the achilles heel in the antiracism movement is and how to treat it.

    Mentioned
    How You Should Respond to "I Don't See Color" on Apple & Spotify
    A Teachable Moment for White Allies on Apple & Spotify

    Your listen next list:
    Don't Keep Us Confined to Victimhood: A New Way to See PoC on Apple & Spotify
    Why Trigger Warnings Are Controversial (And Even Counterproductive) on Apple & Spotify

    To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.
    22 min
  • 58. How Stereotypes Play Out As A Self-Fulfilling Prophecy
    This form of prejudice is so far-reaching, it affects marginalized people from the inside out. Tragically, the impacts are far worse than we realize. In this episode, you'll learn all the stuff no one ever taught you about stereotypes.

    Your listen next list:
    Learn Critical Race Theory in 20 Minutes on Apple & Spotify
    Why Colorism Is Just As Serious As Racism on Apple & Spotify

    Mentioned: Whistling Vivaldi by Dr. Claude Steele

    To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.
    18 min
  • 57. White Allies, You Need To Change How You Think About Whiteness
    White people often make sense of their racial identity by thinking of themselves as an oppressor or savior. But these flawed core beliefs don’t translate into action. You need a better way to make sense of white identity. I give you guidance so you can gain a better view of yourself and other white people.

    Mentioned:
    Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria? By Dr. Beverly Daniel-Tatum
    The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander
    Should White People Feel Guilty About Racism? on Apple & Spotify
    We're Getting Privilege All Wrong on Apple & Spotify

    To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.
    27 min
  • 56. Opening Up About Virality, Success, and My Biggest Regrets
    It's story time. I get personal with the details of going viral, the mistakes that brought me success, my fear of being canceled, and chasing the approval of others. Even though the specifics of my story are unique, I'm sharing about struggles and fears that I'm sure you can relate to.

    Mentioned:
    Polarization Ruins Everything, But Not In The Way You Think on Apple & Spotify
    Why We're Polarized by Ezra Klein
    The Ugly Truth About News Media on Apple & Spotify
    Exposing the Lies That Make Us Fragile (And The Truth About Resilience) on Apple & Spotify

    To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.
    35 min
  • 55. White Privilege 101: How Even Well-Meaning People Get it Wrong
    In this quick episode, you'll learn about the surprising origins of the term white privilege, how even the most well-meaning people get it wrong, and a new way to think about identity. What are you waiting for?

    Mentioned:
    We're Getting Privilege All Wrong on Apple & Spotify
    A Teachable Moment for White Allies on Apple & Spotify
    Unpacking the Invisible Knapsack, Peggy McIntosh

    To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.
    13 min
  • 54. What Actually Counts as Cultural Appropriation?
    Why is cultural appropriation such a controversial topic? How are opinions on cultural appropriation changing in recent years? What actually counts as cultural appropriation? Are you guilty of it? In this episode, I answer all of the most pressing questions, equipping you with the clear guidance you're looking for.

    Your listen next list:
    Why Colorism Is Just As Serious As Racism on Apple & Spotify
    Debunking The Model Minority Myth on Apple & Spotify

    To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.
    18 min
  • 53. Exposing the Lies That Make Us Fragile (And The Truth About Resilience)
    I’m finally addressing the most common objection I get by far. When I tell people to lean in to tough conversations, the objection is always this: But what about boundaries for the sake of my well-being? My answer might shock you, but I’m convinced that our boundaries are doing us more harm than good.

    Your listen next list:
    Why Trigger Warnings Are Controversial (And Even Counterproductive) on Apple & Spotify
    Critical Race Theory 102: Three Important Criticisms You Need to Know on Apple & Spotifyy
    Why I Hate "Safe Spaces" (And Why I Love Them Too) on Apple & Spotify


    To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.
    23 min
  • 52. Don't Tell Me About Your Racist Friend: A Teachable Moment for White Allies
    Why do white people tell the person of color in their life about the racism they witness? This behavior is probably an attempt to look for guidance, but it plays out as self-seeking and inconsiderate. Listen in as I talk through this situation and offer you a unique perspective.

    Your listen next list:
    When & How To Talk With People of Color About Race on Apple & Spotify
    How Should We Respond to Tragic Current Events? on Apple & Spotify

    To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.
    24 min
  • 51. Why White People Are So Bad at Telling Non-White People Apart
    Why do white people have a hard time telling people of color apart? Is this racist? Even people of color say that all white people look the same. In this episode, we look to research for clear answers on the cause and the solution.

    Your listen next list:
    Important Terms You Should Know (That Are Often Misused) on Apple & Spotify
    Why Colorism Is Just As Serious As Racism on Apple & Spotify

    Source: NYT, The Science Behind "They All Look Alike to Me"

    To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.
    17 min
  • 50. Learn Critical Race Theory in 20 Min: The 5 Basic Ideas You Need to Know
    There's so much confusion surrounding what critical race theory is and what it isn't. Critical race theory is misrepresented by those who oppose it and misunderstood by those who embrace it.

    In this episode, I clear away that confusion so you can confidently answer the question: What is critical race theory, really?

    Critical Race Theory 101: The 5 Basic Ideas You Need to Know on Apple & Spotify
    Critical Race Theory 102: Three Important Criticisms You Need to Know on Apple & Spotify

    Source: Encyclopedia Britannica, Critical race theory (CRT)

    To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.
    22 min

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