The Xenolearn Podcast

Leroy is an antiracism and cultural literacy educator  based in London, Ontario, Canada. He joins us on this episode of The  Xenolearn Podcast to discuss his work addressing racial inequalities,  challenging stereotypes, and teaching cross-cultural understanding. With  compassion and kindness, Leroy explains that it is ok to recognize  physical differences, including skin colour. But it is what we do when  we see those differences that determines the world we live in. You'll  want to listen to this episode twice because Leroy shares so many  valuable lessons about antiracism, learning from our mistakes, and  appreciating human differences.

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May the new year bring more diversity, inclusion and love to all in 2021.

Harriet is the founder of a global youth lead organization that focuses on gender equality, diversity and inclusion, and sustainability called Global Learning for Sustainability. She joins us this week on the podcast to talk about the importance of breaking down gender stereotypes, destigmatizing physical disability, and representative leadership. Above all, Harriet believes that accepting and celebration differences should be the highest priority, because diversity cannot be stopped, but discrimination can be stopped. 

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Stay in touch with Harriet and Global Learning for Sustainability by following them on social media!

Facebook: @GlobalLearningUganda

Twitter: @GlobalLUg

Harriet's Twitter : @HarrietGoodness

Website: https://globallearninguganda.org/

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Xenolearn is a virtual learning hub for diversity and inclusion. If you would like to learn more about us, check out our website and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn @Xenolearn.

Fareeha, Holly, Stephanie and Sinai have two things in common: 1. They are all teachers, and; 2. They all breathed a sigh of relief after the American Election in November 2020.  We asked them how the American election has impacted their classrooms, and how they create a diverse and inclusive space for all students to learn and feel affirmed. We talked for hours and hours, so we've decided to edit our interviews into 2 parts.

Part 1, last week’s episode, was about the election and the challenges of teaching in The United States of America over the last four years.

Part 2, this episode that you are listening to right now, is about specific tools and practices used by our teachers to create diverse and inclusive classrooms in which all students feel affirmed and respected. They share fantastic and informative insights, experiences, and advice. Teachers, parents and curious minds alike will learn a lot from this episode.

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Books and Resources Recommended by our Teachers:

Fareeha:  We Want to Do More Than Survive: Abolitionist Teaching & the Pursuit of Educational Freedom by Bettina L. Love;  Antiracism and Universal Design for Learning by Andratesha Fitzgerald.

Holly: All Are Welcome by Alexandra Penfold and Suzanne Kaufman; The Guide for White Women Who Teach Black Boys by Eddie Moore; Refugee by Alan Gratz; Enrique's Journey by Sonia Nazario; There Are No Children There by Alex Kotlowitz.

Stephanie: How to Be an Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi; Why are All The Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria? by Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum; White Fragility by Robin DiAngelo; Harvard Implicit Bias Test; Black National Anthem (a.k.a. Lift Every Voice);

Sinai: Front Desk by Kelly Yang; What Lane? by Torrey Maldonado; Esperanza Rising by Pam Muñoz Ryan; Culturally Responsive Curriculum Scorecard; Teaching Tolerance.

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Xenolearn is a virtual learning hub for diversity and inclusion. If you would like to learn more about us, check out our website and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagramand LinkedIn @Xenolearn.

Fareeha, Holly, Stephanie and Sinai have two things in common: 1. They are all teachers, and; 2. They all breathed a sigh of relief after the American Election in November 2020.  We asked them how the American election has impacted their classrooms, and how they create a diverse and inclusive space for all students to learn and feel affirmed. We talked for hours and hours, so we've decided to edit our interviews into 2 parts. 

Part 1, that you are listening to right now, is about the election and the challenges of teaching in The United States of America over the last four years.  In this episode, listeners will be taken on an emotional rollercoaster as these teachers share their feelings, experiences and challenges of teaching in The United States of America under the Trump Administration. 

Part 2, next week's episode, will be about specific tools and practices used by our teachers to foster a safe and respectful environment to learn about diversity, equity and inclusion. Stay tuned for Part 2 on December 2nd, 2020. 

A big thank you to the kind, generous and thoughtful teachers that share their time and experiences with The Xenolearn Podcast to make this interview series possible. “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” — Nelson Mandela

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Support Xenolearn and Buy a Postcard with a Personalized Message!

When Xenolearn began in April 2020, it was a two-sided PDF with a simple mission: try to make the world safer for human differences. Today, eight months later, Xenolearn is a thriving virtual learning hub! We have hosted 3 Book Clubs, interviewed 10 experts, teachers and advocates for our podcast, curated over 1500 resources for students and teachers, and donated €500 to diversity and inclusion organizations!

And this is just the beginning! We have big plans for Xenolearn in 2021. But to show our appreciation to our committed and passionate community of Xenolearners, we are selling Xenolearn Thank You Postcards for €12!

Xenolearn Postcards: https://xenolearn.com/postcards/

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Xenolearn is a virtual learning hub for diversity and inclusion. If you would like to learn more about us, check out our website and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn @Xenolearn. 

Tayfun is a historian, researcher, writer and community  organizer. He is also a Project Coordinator at The Hague Peace Projects for their Dutch, Armenian, Kurdish, Turkish (DAKT) workgroup. In this week's  episode, we ask Tayfun about his latest research project "Muslims on TV"  in partnership with Stichting Nieuw Wij and Republiek Allochtonië. He shares the lessons he's learned along the way and urges listeners to think critically about the narratives they see, include Muslims in  the research, production and presentation of the news, and hold media outlets accountable to represent a more holistic picture of Muslims in our communities. 

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Muslims on TV / Moslims Op TV:

Learn More About Tayfun Balçik:

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Berber is a professional story-teller and founder of the tour company  "Tours that Matter". She joins us this week to talk about the power of  stories and their ability to connect humans across boundaries and  differences. She starts the show with a captivating story about love, betrayal and overcoming hurt, that will enthrall you. From feminist stories, to female comedians, to Anne Frank  and beyond, listen to Berber as she explains that stories are what make  us human. If you live in the Netherlands or plan to visit, don't  miss your chance to take a tour with Tours that Matter and see a  different side of Amsterdam than you've ever experienced before!

To learn more about Berber and Tours That Matter, check out the links below: 

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Logan is a world-traveller with 84 stamps in his  passport. He joins us on the podcast this week to talk about growing up  as a third-culture kid, the experience of immigrating, debunking  stereotypes through travel and how you can travel too. Listen to us play  a little game to get us started, his experience returning to his home  country of Vietnam, and an amazing story set in Saudi Arabia. You will  be inspired to pack your bags and experience the world for yourself!

Find Logan on Instagram and check out his YouTube videos.

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Welcome to The Xenolearn Podcast! Where we ask the  question, “If you could teach the next generation one thing, what would  it be?

For our very first episode, we are honoured to welcome  Christine Boucher. Christine is a retired high-school English teacher.  She spent most of her 31-year career at a small Catholic French high  school in London, Ontario, Canada. She shares some very insightful  experiences and lessons about teaching, and particularly, the power of  connecting with people where they are at, both in the literature they  read, and in their relationships in and outside of the classroom.

Let us know what you think! We would love to hear your feedback on the  content, conversation and how we can improve our sound quality. And if  this podcast resonated with you, please like, comment, tweet and share this with your friends or on social media!

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Welcome to the Xenolearn Podcast! Where we ask the question, “If you  could teach the next generation one thing, what would it be? We invite  guests from various fields to share important lessons on diversity,  inclusion and respecting human differences. Xenolearn is a virtual  learning hub for diversity. Stay tuned for our first episode on October 14th, 2020, and learn more about Xenolearn at www.xenolearn.com