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Did We Learn Anything?Diversify Our NarrativeIn this episode we’re speaking with three representatives from the awesome group Diversify Our Narrative (DON), Anusha Nadkarni, Ike Opayemi, and Rose Clubok.DON is an organization of over 6,000 students who are fighting for racial justice throughout our educational systems.Diversify Our Narrative links:https://diversifyournarrative.carrd.co/Thanks for listening, and please join our community! Follow us on Instagram @didwelearnanything_podcast.
2023-09-2358 min
Shards of a MemoirInternational Non-Binary People's Day (and Mj Rodriguez makes Emmy Award history)In this short extra episode to celebrate International Non-Binary People's Day on July 14th, I discuss the term Non-Binary and how a Non-Binary person may identify and choose to present themselves to the world around them. Further reading and literature can be found at @diversifyournarrative and the book 'In Their Shoes: Navigating a Non-Binary Life' by Jamie Windust.
2023-08-0112 minShards of a MemoirLGBT+ Language (and Britney Spears)As we come towards the end of Pride month, I wanted to spend some time exploring the history of the Pride movement and its roots in the Stonewall Riots of 1969. I also discuss numerous LGBT+ terms and their definitions, such as Asexuality - and why 'closeted' is such an ignorant yet widely accepted term to describe members of the LGBT+ community and their journey. Follow ALOK, @iweigh and @diversifyournarrative for more literature about these issues.
2023-08-0141 minShards of a MemoirExperiencing Loneliness (and Naomi Osaka)In this week's episode I look at the feelings of loneliness and shame and how social, cultural and media stigma around mental health only adds to these emotions. The recent reactions, both supportive and critical, to Naomi Osaka only highlight the prejudice still present around mental health, but especially towards women and those from an ethnic background. For more information, and to self educate on these issues, please visit @whydontwediscuss and @diversifyournarrative
2023-08-0143 minShards of a MemoirLGBT+ Allyship (and what is 'cryophobia' the fear of?)May is Mental Health Awareness month and this week I discuss how the LGBT+ community still needs allies to support them and fight for greater equality. I reflect on school experiences, data from a Stonewall research paper, and a surprisingly homophobic episode of medical drama 'E.R.' from 2006. If you would like to educate yourself on issues of LGBT+ allyship please follow @iweigh @whydontwediscuss and @diversifyournarrative on Instagram.
2023-08-0143 min
Shards of a Memoir7 Days in the Life of Women (and Taylor Swift makes history)This week, I reflect upon numerous recent news stories which have highlighted the rise in Asian-American hate crimes - in America and beyond. I also explore the treatment of women in society within a seven day cycle, which shows just how problematic language can be when discussing both the perpetrators and victims of a crime. Please visit these Instagram pages for more information: @whydontwediscuss @thefemaleactivists @diversifyournarrative
2023-08-0139 min
Shards of a MemoirInternational Women's Day, 8th March (and the HFPA might be racist)In this shorter than usual episode, I encourage you to (rather than listen to me babbling on...) go and take the time to research International Women's Day, happening this month. For a start, visit these three wonderful Instagram accounts: @whydontwediscuss @diversifyournarrative @thefemaleactivists
2023-08-0114 min
Unf*cking The RepublicShow Notes [Episode 76: The FCC (Part Two).]In today's Show Notes, Max is cranky about the Mets, we close out feedback from the FCC series and happy cry over real-world Unf*cker meet ups. Listen to Episode 76: The FCC (Part Two). On the death of competition. Chapters Intro: 00:00:25 Newbie Unf*cker Introduction: 00:06:12 Emails: 00:07:58 Twitter Shout Outs: 00:35:29 Instagram Shout Outs: 00:45:44 Buy Me A Coffee Donations + Memberships: 00:48:12 Outro: 00:51:25 Resources Summer Lee Mandela Barnes Hazen Pingree Wikipedia The David McWilliams Podcast...
2022-10-1252 min
The Power of Young PeopleAddressing Racial Justice in U.S. Education SystemsJoin us this week to hear from two young leaders from Diversify Our Narrative. A youth-led grassroots organization whose mission is to fight to be anti-racist and encourage a productive dialogue on race and identity among our student bodies through the inclusion of racially diverse, anti-racist texts in USA Schools; to work towards racial justice, educational equity, and community power. If you are passionate about education equity, then this episode is one you won't want to miss! Learn more about Diversify Our Narrative at https://www.diversifyournarrative.com/
2022-09-0154 min
The Power of Young PeopleAddressing Racial Justice in U.S. Education SystemsJoin us this week to hear from two young leaders from Diversify Our Narrative. A youth-led grassroots organization whose mission is to fight to be anti-racist and encourage a productive dialogue on race and identity among our student bodies through the inclusion of racially diverse, anti-racist texts in USA Schools; to work towards racial justice, educational equity, and community power. If you are passionate about education equity, then this episode is one you won't want to miss! Learn more about Diversify Our Narrative at https://www.diversifyournarrative.com/
2022-06-1448 min
#DiversifyOurNarrativeEpisode 13: Finale!In the final episode of DON’s podcast series about the education system in the United States, co-hosts Brian Le (@brianlele) and Elizabeth Fisher (@_elizabethafisher_) recap and reflect on everything they’ve learned this season and discuss paths forward.Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1N3CbPzeIJEnXazGJB-HIQLMGA2NxOYI-P3LbNMV7cus/edit
2022-05-011h 03#DiversifyOurNarrativeEpisode 12: Teachers!In Episode 12 of DON’s podcast series about the education system in the United States, co-hosts Brian Le (@brianlele) and Elizabeth Fisher (@_elizabethafisher_) take on teachers –from pedagogy around teaching, to teacher impact, training, pay, to the teacher crisis and unions.Sources:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YzdENRWq8kAD7EdT1YrWTdXxygm0wmFe5gckfDMtOms/edit
2022-04-031h 00#DiversifyOurNarrativeEpisode 11: The School-to-Prison PipelineIn Episode 11 of DON’s podcast series about the education system in the United States, co-hosts Brian Le (@brianlele) and Elizabeth Fisher (@_elizabethafisher_) explain how zero-tolerance policies, policing on school campuses, and our culture’s punitive responsiveness has lead to the racially discriminatory school-to-prison pipeline.Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a3_YhE-jgevn6U1B8h4otu4GsezVLdA2w8xJYTOoNK4/edit?usp=sharing
2022-03-0154 min
Harry Potter and the Anxious Millennials4.5 Weasley's Wizard WheezesThis week, Arri and Adam discuss Chapter 5, Weasley's Wizard Wheezes! Hear all about the sexiest Weasley brother, the character Adam most identifies with, and how awesome it would be to be a wizard chef. Plus, an in depth conversation about Midwestern gnome culture!
This week we'd like to highlight Diversify Our Narrative, a 100% grassroots organization composed of high school and college students throughout the United States of America pushing for equitable, long-lasting reform within our school districts (public, charter, and private). The centerpiece of this movement is around the concept to #DiversifyOurNarrative through the books, curriculum, and...
2022-02-0743 min#DiversifyOurNarrativeRestorative Justice in the K-5 Classroom: How Is Restorative Justice Related to Abolition?In this episode, educators will hear through real-life stories how restorative justice is related to abolition. Listeners will learn some of the related values and movements between restorative justice and abolition, as well as some of the limitations restorative justice has in securing abolition. This is the third and final episode in our series on restorative justice in the K-5 classroom, and we highly suggest you listen to the first two before listening to this one. Additionally, if you’re looking for more resources, you can find them on our website!Sources: https://docs.go...
2022-02-0633 min#DiversifyOurNarrativeEpisode 10: The College Sports DilemmaIn Episode 10 of DON’s podcast series about the education system in the United States, co-hosts Brian Le (@brianlele) and Elizabeth Fisher (@_elizabethafisher_) dive in to the history and current controversies around college sports, such as player compensation and amateurism, how sports can overtake academics, and explore examples of unjust racial dynamics in collegiate athletics.Sources:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Cyc8aGqhBrvel8SrkpU5r829QYkjywNIw9FjGWC-tvI/edit?usp=sharing
2022-02-0155 min#DiversifyOurNarrativeEpisode 9: What to Consider when Choosing a College MajorIn Episode 9 of DON’s podcast series about the education system in the United States, co-hosts Brian Le (@brianlele) and Elizabeth Fisher (@_elizabethafisher_) outline the wide array of college majors, as well as their typical career outcomes and employment opportunities, and discuss strategies and perspectives when choosing a college majors.Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YN_83SXZa3cUQ_feaIcIhtHkAGKR7Wm00KAeOzsrA3M/edit?usp=sharing
2022-01-011h 00#DiversifyOurNarrativeRestorative Justice in the K-5 Classroom, How Do I Implement Restorative Justice?Building upon our first episode in this series, the DON Curriculum Council will dive deeper into tangible practices educators can implement into their K-5 classrooms, including norm building, restorative circles, “I” statements, and others. We’ll be speaking with a Restorative Justice Practitioner, Tia Cochran-Otis, to learn more about her experiences and results in K-5 classrooms, as well as the benefits of restorative justice as this grade level.Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1awvZYxcBhqpnoOZgA0KUXzp-jtpkl8_MDhoUcY3TBeM/edit?usp=sharing
2021-12-2127 min#DiversifyOurNarrativeEpisode 8: College Admissions in Conversation with Timothy Fields and Lupe AlfonsoIn Episode 8 of DON’s podcast series about the education system in the United States, co-hosts Brian Le (@brianlele) and Elizabeth Fisher (@_elizabethafisher_) discuss how college admissions favors wealthier students at every step of the admissions process and speak with Lupe Alfonso and Timothy Fields, the Senior Assistant and Senior Associate Deans of admissions at Emory University about navigating college admissions.Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1am1n3n2UUrPLEbS6YGDLHbAFZyDIkd20KC4Z0sMuosU/edit?usp=sharing
2021-12-0158 min#DiversifyOurNarrativeRestorative Justice in the K-5 Classroom: What is Restorative Justice?In the first episode of a new mini series created by Diversify Our Narrative’s Curriculum Council, we’ll explore the importance of restorative justice to the K-5 classroom and why you should incorporate it into your community. Join us as we discuss an overview of Restorative Justice’s principles, history, and hear from a special guest expert, Dr. Isabella Gova who has implemented restorative justice in the K-5 setting. Be sure to keep up to date with our miniseries to get an in-depth understanding of restorative justice and its relationship to anti-racism!Sources: https...
2021-11-1616 min#DiversifyOurNarrativeEpisode 7: The History and Future of the Standardized TestIn Episode 7 of DON’s podcast series about the education system in the United States, co-hosts Brian Le (@brianlele) and Elizabeth Fisher (@_elizabethafisher_) discuss the problems with standardized testing and the history and future of the SAT and ACT.Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/11xDYJFyaJiJOY9Hk27w84Pb-TzQc62M52Q4cxa0TEeA/edit?usp=sharing
2021-11-011h 07
The Power of Young People to Change the World0921: Addressing Racial Justice in U.S. Education SystemsJoin us this week to hear from two young leaders from Diversify Our Narrative. A youth-led grassroots organization whose mission is to fight to be anti-racist and encourage a productive dialogue on race and identity among our student bodies through the inclusion of racially diverse, anti-racist texts in USA Schools; to work towards racial justice, educational equity, and community power. If you are passionate about education equity, then this episode is one you won't want to miss! Learn more about Diversify Our Narrative at https://www.diversifyournarrative.com/
2021-10-2100 min#DiversifyOurNarrativeEpisode 6: Colonialism and the UniversityIn Episode 6 of DON’s podcast series about the education system in the United States, co-hosts Brian Le (@brianlele) and Elizabeth Fisher (@_elizabethafisher_) connect the dots between settler colonialism and higher education, discussing Land-Grant Universities, colleges’ real estate investments, and whiteness in academia.Sources:https://docs.google.com/document/d/11mUz9uQdfP2W5JdNtDYAeMdLVCkAtQbiUz3zO2626HE/edit?usp=sharing
2021-10-011h 05
#DiversifyOurNarrativeEpisode 5: The Cost of College: A HistoryIn Episode 5 of DON’s podcast series about the education system in the United States, co-hosts Brian Le (@brianlele) and Elizabeth Fisher (@_elizabethafisher_) trace the history of higher education in the country and discuss why college is so expensive and what it is students are paying for.Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xE_yVyonhsrnwyC1CmGnSTrRyLiqz2sc2Si31SdBkj0/edit?usp=sharing
2021-09-011h 09#DiversifyOurNarrativeEpisode 4: Different Priorities: STEM vs. The ArtsIn Episode 4 of DON’s podcast series about the education system in the United States, co-hosts Elizabeth Fisher (@_elizabethafisher_) and Brian Le (@brianlele) discuss why STEM education is valued over the arts and how this came to be.Sources:“How the Educational System in America Compares to Other Countries,” Critical Issues in Education“50-State Comparison: High School Graduation Requirements,” Education Commision of the StatesBrown , Chelsey. Murray State's Digital Commons , 2020, The Importance of Having Properly Funded Art Programs and The Benefits It Brings to Public Schools. Zhao , Z. (2020). (rep.). Comparison...
2021-08-011h 09#DiversifyOurNarrativeInside DONIn a conversation with the Co Founders and Executive Directors of Diversify Our Narrative, Katelin Zhou (@katelinzhou) and Jasmine Nguyen (@jasminenguyeenn) discuss their educational backgrounds, the origin story and inner workings of DON, and their plans for the near and long term future of the organization.Sources:diversifyournarrative.comRegister for #DONCON@bathrooms_at_williams@zenerations@dearasianyouth@afropuffchronicles
2021-07-1157 min#DiversifyOurNarrativeEpisode 3: What is Educational Equity?In Episode 3 of DON’s podcast series about the education system in the United States, co-hosts Brian Le (@brianlele) and Elizabeth Fisher (@_elizabethafisher_) define educational equity, discuss barriers to equity and how this affects one’s schooling experience and life trajectory, and consider what can be done to ensure a more equitable education system.
2021-07-011h 04#DiversifyOurNarrativeBonus Episode: Interview w/ Ilyasah ShabazzIlyasah Shabazz —award winning author, speaker, educator, and activist, and the third daughter of Malcom X and Dr. Betty Shabazz— speaks on her educational experience, the necessity for honesty and accuracy in history curriculum, and how learning about diverse cultures and histories helps young people find their purpose and love themselves, in an interview with DON’s Director of Special Projects, Victoria Gorum.“The omission of Black, Indegionous, Brown, Asian, and Latinx history is not accidental. These exclusions distance people from their own heritage, their own lineage, and, ultimately, their own sense of self. A whitewashed curriculum enforces...
2021-06-0639 min#DiversifyOurNarrativeEpisode 2: How the Textbook Industry Works and FailsIn Episode 2 of DON’s podcast series about the education system in the United States, co-hosts Brian Le (@brianlele) and Elizabeth Fisher (@_elizabethafisher_) cover the historical and contemporary role of textbooks in K-12 classrooms, Texas’s disproportionate influence on the textbook publishing industry, and who is being protected and harmed by censorship and misinformation in textbooks.Sources:Brunner, Tyler. "Censorship in History Textbooks: How Knowledge of the Past is Being Constructed in Schools," Ursidae: The Undergraduate Research Journal at the University of Northern Colorado: Vol. 3 : No. 2 , Article 9, 2013.Oliveira, João Batista. “Understanding Textbook Quality...
2021-06-011h 08#DiversifyOurNarrativeEpisode 1: Is Common Core Sufficient?In Episode 1 of DON’s new podcast series about the education system in the United States, co-hosts Elizabeth Fisher ( @_elizabethafisher_) and Brian Le (@brianlele) discuss the intentions and short-comings of Common Core, reflect on their educational experiences, and compare and contrast statistics about public and private schools.
2021-05-301h 05
The Wonderful World of Disney VillainsDisney's Asian CharactersI'm still here. After the recent events against Asian Americans I decided to take a break from podcasting to reflect on everything that has happened and to research for this episode. I wanted to do something to support Asian Americans and to #StopAsianHate but am also aware this is a Disney podcast. So I decided to record this episode looking back on Asian characters and Asian actors in Disney while also highlighting the history of oppression against the Asian American community.
Here's the breakdown:
00:00 - Intro
2:59 - Washington Post and "A H...
2021-04-111h 27
The Dream Self Podcast8. How to feel your emotions pt.2 Divine FeminineIn this episode I dive into more ways on how to feel and process your emotions with inspiration from the divine feminine. Feeling your emotions is a lot of hard work, especially if we haven't been for our whole lives. Thats why I break down some healthy ways to express, feel, and release your feelings.
AAPI individuals have been stigmatized and have experienced racism and violence for centuries and currently there is an ongoing of Asian Hate across the United States due to racist remarks from Trump. I have included links and resources to educate, donate, help s...
2021-04-0736 minThe Dream Self Podcast7. How to feel your emotions pt. 1 Divine MasculineHello beautiful people! Welcome to the Curly Talk Podcast. In todays episode I give you 5 tips on how to feel your emotions more with divine masculine ways. I share about ways that this has helped me and ways that it could help you as well. I will now be posting episodes every Tuesday at 4:44 (Except this Tuesday lol).
AAPI individuals have been stigmatized and have experienced racism and violence for centuries and currently there is an ongoing of Asian Hate across the United States due to racist remarks from Trump. I have included links and resources to e...
2021-03-3141 min
Black & YellowViolence Against Asian Americans (One Year Later)One year ago as the frenzy of the Pandemic was rising to an all-time high, the U.S. saw a spike in violence against Asian Americans. We were scared for what the future held, and how bad the problem could get. One year later a horrible tragedy occurred in Atlanta killing 8 people, 7 we of Asian descent (and 6 of the victims were women) In this episode, we take a look at what led to the violent events in Atlanta, the history of violence against AAPI in this country, and how we can keep our AAPI loved ones safe. Put...
2021-03-251h 17
#DiversifyOurNarrativeValentine's DayJoin @ccameronadams and @ceciliagao_ in discussing Valentine's Day, Relationships, RomComs, and more!
2021-02-1117 min
#DiversifyOurNarrativeNew Year's ResolutionsJoin @ccameronadams and @ceciliagao_ in discussing New Year's Resolutions and Anti-Racist Goals for 2021!
2021-02-0114 min
The RASA PodcastThe RASA Podcast Special Episode: Diversify Our Narrative ft. Axel NtamatungiroIn today’s special episode, we are joined by a special group of high school students called Diversify Our Narrative (D.O.N.). D.O.N. is a student-led initiative fighting to expand curriculums with anti-racist texts within HISD's schools through productive dialogue on race and identity among our many student bodies. In this episode, we discuss implementing more African authors in highschool students’ curriculum and how this change can benefit the education system as a whole. We attempt to break down the real reason why this change has not happened before. This conversation is also supported by wise word...
2020-12-2756 min
#DiversifyOurNarrativeHoliday SeasonJoin @ccameronadams and @ceciliagao_ in discussing Holiday activities, cultural traditions, and cozy memories, and more!
2020-12-2224 min
G00n PodWIBU: Traditionally Restrictive for WHAT?Ayo, it's B back for another shorter and ranty episode (Why Is B Upset). This episode, a recurring rant touching on things that upset me in relation to my culture, and some other commentary about society. We'll try to get the next one to be more light-hearted so this series isn't just me being angsty all the time. Maybe we'll pull a friend on. If you're still around or go back to listen to previous episodes, I appreciate you immensely.
I'm privileged to join the Diversify Our Narrative campaign. DON is a 100% grassroots, student-led initiative that advocates...
2020-12-1211 minG00n PodHiatus 1: The ReturnAyo, it's B, after a long while of disappearing from this podcast scene. We love when the cumulative stressors from life, school, politics, and social matters drags us down into a drag. Not really. For legal reasons, that was a joke. However, we're going to hop back into this, weekly or biweekly, depending on how much I have going on. If you're still around, thank you. I promise to be better with this project, because this is something I genuinely want to carry on with.
I'm privileged to join the Diversify Our Narrative campaign. DON is...
2020-11-2700 min
#DiversifyOurNarrativeThanksgiving with Donya Fegan and Keoni RodriguezJoin IG: @ccameronadams and @ceciliagao_ in interviewing @elesebugand @keoni.rodriguez about redefining Thanksgiving, traditions, colonization, and more!
2020-11-2655 min
#DiversifyOurNarrativeHalloweenJoin @ccameronadams in discussing lack of BIPOC representation, cultural appropriation and more during Spooky Season!
2020-10-3107 min
bamboo & glassYour Next Date: Jeff KangLooking for a considerate, attentive, supportive, and mindblowingly talented guy whose bucket list with a committed partner includes joining forces to tackle the most pressing issues of our time?Meet Jeff! With the help of his closest friends, you’ll: ⟡ 🤯 hear about his passion for pool, ballroom, surfing, guitar, soccer, and his MANY other hobbies⟡ 😮 hear moving stories about Jeff going the extra mile for his loved ones⟡ 😳 MELT watching Jeff react to his friends' adoring voice messages⟡ 🥰 learn what he's looking for.Smitten?? Listen carefully for the tips we’ll drop throughout the date...
2020-10-111h 38
Sounds in SilenceEp 9; Darlene: Elementary Music Teacher and Private Piano InstructorWelcome to the end of season 1! Today, we are talking with Darlene Machacon, elementary music teacher and private piano instructor. Check her out on Instagram @thedarlingmusicteacher and listen to her podcast, Coloring the Melody, at: anchor.fm/coloringthemelody
References Resources and Media:
Socio-Emotional Learning (SEL) - process which children and adults understand emotions, develop self-awareness, and show empathy
Your Name is a Song - Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow, illus. Luisa Uribe (book)
Edward's Rhythm Sticks - Franklin Willis (book)
Rhythm Rescue - Vicky Weber, Illus. Geneviève V...
2020-09-0225 min
Dear Asian GenerationDear Asian Girl: Really, No Asians in the Media? w/ Judy from Diversify Your NarrativeIn this episode, Genesis, Alina, and new co-host Naina talk about the lack of Asian representation in the media — especially in iconic childhood shows like Jessie, Hannah Montana, and more. They are joined by Judy, the Director of Education at Diversify Our Narrative, to discuss everything from ‘white savior’ novels to the lack of BIPOC representation in school curriculum. You can find Diversify Our Narrative on Instagram, Tiktok, and Facebook @diversifyournarrative and checkout their website for a complete list of BIPOC authors at diverisfyournarrative.com. To sign their petition,visit bit.ly/DONPetitions. This episode is sponsored by Anchor: the easies...
2020-07-2655 min