The Race Thing

What’s that thing called when your doctor downplays your pain? Oh yeah, it's the race thing! This week, Tori & Heena talked with Dr. Sanlare Gordon about health disparities among black women and how racist practices in health care can cause real problems. They also discuss weathering, America's roots to slavery in gynecology, and their own fears with physicians. Be sure to subscribe to our channel and turn on post notifications, so you never miss an episode!  

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What’s that thing called when educational excellence doesn’t prevent racism? Oh yeah, it's The Race Thing! This week, Tori & Heena talk with Maxine Poe Jensen, a Sophomore at Saint Michaels Middle High School, about her experiences in school. She explains her perspective as Tori and Heena discuss assimilation, anti-asian racism, and the difficulties of authenticity as a BIPOC. Thank you to Jordon Stanley & Kentavius Jones for creating our awesome new intro song!

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What’s that thing called when over policing a community is problematic? Oh yeah! It's the race thing! This week, we discussed community policing, what it is, and how it's handled with Chief Anthony Smith of the St. Michael's Police Department. They talk about accountability, the Law Enforcement Officer's Bill of Rights, Resources for BIPOC, racial profiling, and much more! Don't forget to like and subscribe and leave a comment below!

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What’s that thing called when BIPOC have to carve out their own spaces on the internet? Oh yeah, it's the race thing! This week, Tori & Heena sit down with "A Tribe Called 3", Ryann, Doug, and Trini, to speak about how their show was created and why. Listen as they discuss how black and brown content creators have to build their own spaces on the internet and interact with their own community for safety. They also talk about what it is like being content creators themselves and how they adjust! 

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What's that thing called when activists need racial equity training? Oh yeah, it's the race thing! On this episode, Tori and Heena talk with Paul Tue about his journey into activism, his experiences, and why we need to stop tolerating racism, even in social/racial justice work! There's always more to learn, even when you think you know everything. Listen as Tori and Heena explain their own journeys into activism and how everyone can benefit from racial equity training, especially BIPOC. 

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What’s that thing called when white supremacy culture thrives in our school system? Oh yeah, it's the race thing! We're back with a new look and new guests! On this episode, Tori & Heena talk with Kirk Howie about his experience as an educator, white privilege, and BIPOC teacher retention. They also discuss why options are important for everyone and how listening to BIPOC parent's concerns can ultimately support the student as well.  

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What’s that thing called when the immigration system devalues immigrants but treats black immigrants even worse? Oh yeah, it's the race thing! This week, Tori & Heena discuss the immigration system and its affect on black immigrants. To talk more about this topic and her own non-profit organization, they speak with Widny Joseph, an interpreter and translator for the Chesapeake Multicultural Resource Center.

What’s that thing called when policies sound great but no one ensures that the policies are being followed? Oh yeah. It's the race thing! This week, Tori & Heena explore accountability in the public school system. They discuss the importance of accepting our roles in systemic racism and how to dismantle it. They speak with Dr. Kelly Griffith about her roles as Superintendent of Schools in Talbot County. She explains her point of view on equity work and what TCPS is doing to address race in the school. .

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What’s that thing called when students of color need a completely different school system in order to provide them with a safe learning environment? Oh yeah, it's the race thing! This week, Tori & Heena discuss community schools; what they are and how they impact the people around them. They sit down and speak with Jymil Thompson & Samantha Martinez, the heads of Polaris Village Academy in Easton about what education means to them and how their school focuses not only on the scholars, but the community they serve. Click the links below to follow our social medias!

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What’s that thing called when the system works exactly how it was designed? Oh yeah, it's the race thing! This week, Tori & Heena discuss the roots of systemic racism and the different institutions were it exists in our nation and around the world. To talk more about this topic, they interview Dr. Mercedes Avila, an Associate Professor at the Robert Larner College of Medicine, about her work education people about the history of race in our country. They also include 10 key ways you can be anti-racist daily and support a racially just future for all of us!