Real. Relatable.

Real. Relatable.

By Donna PolkSociety & CulturePersonal Journals
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Real. Relatable. episodes

  • Spooky Season, Horror Films for Halloween

    We always joke about how any time you see a black person in a horror film, they don’t make it to the end of the movie. Is that rooted in racism? How have horror films been influenced and shaped history? This month on Now We Know, we’re dividing into Horror Noire A History of Black Horror, a documentary from 2019 that Jonathan found. We celebrate the evolution of black representation as it evolves over time to be more representative, and also acknowledge that Donna's not here for the scaries but can appreciate the work of art and live vicariously through Jonathan's obsession with the films. Are you a fan of horror movies? What’s your favorite?

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    Documentary:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pc6Rzzd8l4s


    #halloween #spookyseason #horrorfilms #blackhistory

    58 min
  • Anti-Abortion Laws, Adoption isn't for Everyone

    Don't mess with Texas? Don't mess with women's bodies. The Texas abortion ban has created a flood of opinions and everyone in everyone else's business when they have no right even to be there. This month, Donna and Jonathan dive into this highly debated topic as adoption can be a beautiful avenue but that's not the case for everyone - nor should it be the only option. Forcing people into these situations isn't the answer. 

    Resources:

    https://www.npr.org/2021/09/01/1033202132/texas-abortion-ban-what-happens-next 

    https://www.aclu.org/news/racial-justice/the-racist-history-of-abortion-and-midwifery-bans/ 

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    #abortion #abortionrights #abortionban #texas #healthcare

    1 hr
  • Should Critical Race Theory Be Banned?

    It's August and officially Back to School season and what better time to talk about CRT. But, what is CRT? Does it really need to be banned in k-12 schools? This month on Now We Know, Donna and Jonathan dive into Critical Race Theory and what nuance would’ve meant for them in school growing up. 

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    #criticalracetheory #education #crt

    51 min
  • What have you harvested from your mother’s gardens?

    This month on Now We Know, Donna & Jonathan were all in their feelings! Together they discuss the documentary In Our Mothers' Gardens that beautifully details generation to generation the good, the bad and the ugly life experiences of black women from the diaspora living in America. The hardships overcome to shape these women and the figurative garden beds they nurtured to bring beautiful harvests for generations to come. What have you harvested from your mother’s gardens? 

    In Our Mothers' Gardens https://www.netflix.com/title/81354661 

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    #motherhood #grandmother #generation #blackhistory

    45 min
  • Cardinal Sin: Growing up Christian in the South being LGBTQ+
    In honor of June being Pride Month, Donna chats with her good friend Jeannie on what it was like for her being part of the LGBT+ community in the south with a very religious upbringing. Listen in on how to be the best ally, whether you know someone needs it or not.
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    28 min
  • Aren’t we all struggling with parenthood? Father's Day with Donna's Dad
    Donna's dad, Thomas, joins us in the ever so professionally sound-proofed recording nook in Boise for the first time. From pre-parenthood to now a grandparent, Thomas shares his thoughts on the societal pressures and joys of becoming a parent. 
    YouTube:
    T Vlog P
    https://www.youtube.com/user/thomaspolk54/featured
    https://www.youtube.com/c/MercedesClassicswithPierreHedary
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    23 min
  • In Honor of Our Ancestors: Freedom Delayed with Juneteenth
    Juneteenth brings a certain amount of joy yet confusion as Jonathan and Donna work through their sentiments towards the holiday. Do they celebrate or simply acknowledge? What's enough, what's not enough? Listen along as together they have a revelation about Juneteenth and what it truly means for black culture in America.
    High on the Hog - How African American Cuisine Transformed America
    Docuseries on Netflix
    History of Juneteenth 
    Dr. Shennette Garrett-Scott
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIi_53jihMM
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    36 min
  • If we're being honest, we all have mental health issues

    The conversation surrounding mental health and therapy needs to continue. We all have vulnerabilities to work through whether that's from life experience or simply how we're made. It's never too late to take the first step to take care of yourself mentally. Check in on yourself and those around you, you never know what someone is going through.

    Suggested Tune:

    Johnnie Frierson

    Have You Been Good to Yourself

    https://open.spotify.com/track/2DHylyLFfzaKOBnC0HfDjU?si=JFI-1CB0ROesFgdPZ7D4Wg&nd=1

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    38 min
  • Now We Know: Colorism & Hair
    Colorism and hair are not as widely discussed as they need to be. We experience discrimination from the hue of our skin to the bounce of our hair or lack there of. Let's dive into these topics, as really they coincide, and figure out how it all started. Remember original Aunt Viv on Fresh Prince of Bel-Air or Claire on My Wife & Kids? Exactly. 
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    1 hr 6 min
  • In the Mind of a Black Law Enforcement Officer and Friend
    As tensions continually erupt socially, do you ever wonder what thoughts go on inside law enforcement? Do you ever wonder how black cops cope? With the intention of creating a safe space to let it out, let's get some insider thoughts with our resident law enforcement officer. Disclaimer: **With thoughts and opinions that are representative of themself and only themself.**
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    1 hr 1 min

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