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You Ain’t Imagining This!Everyday Discrimination Scale: Confronting Racial Stress in the WorkplaceJoin Ama-Robin and Mel on a powerful episode of Espresso Talk Today, where today's brew is rich with insight and empowerment. Diving deep into the Every Day Discrimination Scale (EDDS), this episode tackles the often-overlooked yet deeply impactful issue of workplace discrimination and harassment. Discover how subtle, daily acts of discrimination shape our professional environments and personal well-being. Through vivid real-life examples, Ama-Robin and Mel explore each question of the EDDS, shedding light on the invisible forces at play in workspaces. Tune in for an empowering discussion that not only exposes hidden injustices but also...2024-04-2654 min
You Ain’t Imagining This!Breaking Barriers: Black Women in Outdoor SpacesJoin Ama-Robin and Mel as they interview Demiesha Dennis, founder of Brown Girl Outdoor World. Dive into Demiesha's inspiring journey from self-taught fly-fisher to advocate for Black women in nature. We discuss: 1. The challenges faced by women of color in outdoor spaces, from racial profiling to lack of representation. 2. How Black Girl Outdoor World is reshaping the narrative on who belongs outdoors and fostering inclusivity through education and community. 3. The transformative power of nature as a form of Black empowerment and liberation. Tune in to hear firsthand accounts and insi...2024-03-291h 01
You Ain’t Imagining This!The Everyday Discrimination Scale: Measuring Major DiscriminationJoin Ama-Robin and Mel for this uncommon conversation about how racism affects Black health. They also use and discuss the Every Day Discrimination Scale (EDDS) that was created by Psychologist David R. Williams. You can find the Every Day Discrimination Scale on the Espresso Talk Today website at www.espressotalktoday.com. 2024-01-1940 min
You Ain’t Imagining This!Real Talk: Racism is making us sick!Join Ama-Robin and Mel for this uncommon conversation about how racism affects Black health. They also take and discuss the Every Day Discrimination Scale (EDDS) that was created by Psychologist David R. Williams. You can find the Every Day Discrimination Scale on the Espresso Talk Today website at www.espressotalktoday.com. 2023-11-2435 min
You Ain’t Imagining This!Real Talk: Getting Uncomfortable in MontgomeryReal Talk is getting uncomfortable in Montgomery. Ama-Robin, Mel, and Ben visit the historical town of Montgomery, Alabama. The town is home to the Equal Justice Initiative which works to challenge racial and economic injustice in the United States. The ETT team discusses the Legacy Museum, the National Memorial for Peace and Justice, and the Freedom Monument Sculpture Park. The city of Montgomery is also a living museum. This was an "unforgettable journey through American History." We confront racial terror and reflect on America's conflicting and racist rhetoric and experiences. Join us for this "uncomfortable" j...2023-10-2727 min
You Ain’t Imagining This!Keeping Juneteenth a Black-owned Holiday!Black people have been celebrating this holiday for more than a century. Barbecues, speeches, music, community, and sweet potato pies are the hallmarks of Juneteenth celebrations. This important holiday has gone virtually unnoticed and ignored by white Americans. In 2021, President Biden signed the bill making Juneteenth into a federal holiday. Will white people appropriate this holiday? Will Juneteenth lose its importance and relevance? Will America recognize its unfulfilled promises to Black Americans? In this Real Talk, Elder Mel, Ben, and Ama-Robin discuss how they celebrate Juneteenth and how voting rights, police reform, and reparations are the next logical steps to...2023-06-1641 min