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Know Better Do Better99. 5 Common Terms You're Using Incorrectly, Explained in Just 10 MinA clear, concise run-through of the dos and don'ts of common terms related to race. We're focusing on terms (like minority, BIPOC, microaggression, and more) that are misused, controversial, and/ or misunderstood.Your listen next list:Microaggressions in 15 Minutes on Apple and SpotifySystemic Racism 101 on Apple and Spotify(The Original, Extended Episode) Important Terms You Should Know on Apple & SpotifyTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.
2024-01-0910 minKnow Better Do Better98. A Final Word on Tokenism: Personal & Practical GuidanceIn this episode, I share about my experience in predominantly-white environments and navigate the murky waters of tokenism, this time, from a very different angle. Your listen next list:How Antiracists Unintentionally Amplify the Impacts of Racism on Apple & SpotifyCRT's Most Loved & Hated Teaching on Apple & SpotifyHow to Cure Racism's Psychological Effects, 30 Min Deep Dive on Apple and SpotifySources Mentioned:Why Are All of The Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria by Dr. Beverly-Daniel-TatumHow Far to the Promised Land by Esau McCaulleyTo support...
2024-01-0419 minKnow Better Do Better97. Tokenism 101: The Full Definition, How It's Often Misunderstood, & Why It's ControversialA clear, concise lesson on what tokenism really is. What actually counts as tokenism? How can you spot tokenism in all of its different forms? Why do I take issue with how many people define and identify tokenism? In this deep dive, I cover all of the bases.Your listen next list:A Thorough Debunking of The Racial Bias Test on Apple and SpotifySources: White Rage by Carol Anderson; Oxford dictionaries online; ARD Glossary, Tokenism; Malcolm X criticizes early desegregation victories as "tokenism"; Why We Can't Wait by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
2024-01-0231 minKnow Better Do Better96. What People of Color Need From Their White Friends (PART 3) Get Good At RepairI'll teach you a simple practice that will help you navigate conflict in cross-racial friendships. If you're wanting to build healthy, resilient relationships that can hold up to conflict, I've got you covered.Your listen next list:What People of Color Need From Their White Friends Apple & SpotifyWhat People of Color Need from Their White Friends (PART 2- Q&A) on Apple & SpotifyHow to Check Assumptions, A Skill Necessary for Conflict Resolution Apple and SpotifyTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about...
2023-12-1920 minKnow Better Do Better95. Intersectionality in 10 Min: How It Originated, Gained Popularity, and Rapidly ChangedA clear, concise lesson on what intersectionality actually is. Fast facts. What does it actually mean? How do so many people get it wrong? And why is it so controversial? I've got you covered.Your listen next list:Intersectionality in 30 Min: The Deep Dive on Apple & SpotifyThe All-Important Debate: Individual Vs. Group Identity on Apple & SpotifySource: Intersectionality, explained by Jane CoastonTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.
2023-12-1410 minKnow Better Do Better94: How to Cure Racism's Psychological Effects: A 30-Min Deep-DiveBy now, you're familiar with racism's seemingly-inescapable psychological effects (hypervigilance, fear of being discriminated against, fear of being stereotyped), but I've been holding out on you. In this long-awaited deep-dive, I *finally* reveal the solution— and it's one you never could've guessed. A Slew of Mentioned/ Related Episodes:Intro to Stereotype Threat on Apple & SpotifyHow Antiracists Unintentionally Amplify the Impacts of Racism on Apple & SpotifyThe People Who Need to "See Color" Less on Apple & SpotifyCRT's Most Loved & Hated Teaching on Apple & SpotifyMy Thoughts on Affinity Groups, often called "Safe Sp...
2023-12-1230 minKnow Better Do Better93. Fast Facts: The Final Blow for the Racial Bias TestThere's one final crucial detail that you need to know about the Implicit Association Test.And yes, you'll be getting two episodes each week now-- hooray!Your listen next list:91. A Thorough Debunking of the Racial Bias Test on Apple or Spotify 92. Everyone's Wrong About Racial Bias on Apple or SpotifySource: The Quick Fix by Jesse Singal; Vox, "For years, this popular test measured anyone’s racial bias. But it might not work after all."To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn mo...
2023-12-0710 minKnow Better Do Better92. Everyone's Wrong About Racial Bias— A Thorough Debunking Part TwoThe most popular understanding of racial bias is so backwards. We have been led to believe racial bias is lurking in the depths of our minds and somehow wholly absent from our lives. Yeah, that's not exactly how it works. Your racial bias is subtle, but not invisible. It has real effects. That means it's findable, and it's even kind of treatable. Learn how to actually assess your own levels of racial bias. (No silly computer test necessary.)Your listen next list:A Thorough Debunking of The Racial Bias Test on Apple and SpotifySystemic...
2023-12-0519 minKnow Better Do Better91. A Thorough Debunking of The Racial Bias Test... It's a ShamThe Implicit Association Test sold us all on a neat story that wasn't totally right. As it turns out, the test that introduced the concept of implicit bias to the world is kind of a sham.The IAT doesn't actually measure prejudice; it's been debunked and rejected by experts; and the test's creators have even backtracked on all of their original claims... but for some reason, it seems like nobody knows that. We need to face the facts and correct course.Your listen next list:Do You Know the Shocking Hidden Impact of...
2023-11-2827 minKnow Better Do Better90. Most White People Are Only Friends With White PeopleA concerning op-ed revealed that “three quarters of white people don’t have any non-white friends.” Why is this? What are the most shocking stats? And what should you do?Your listen next list:Why Aren't We Talking About White Flight? on Apple & SpotifyDiversifying Your Social Circle– the Dos and Don’ts on Apple & SpotifySource: Washington Post, Three quarters of whites don't have any non-white friendsTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.
2023-11-2117 minKnow Better Do Better89. Why Aren't We Talking About White Flight?White flight is as relevant now as it's ever been. We're living through its lasting effects. And on top of that, in current day we're seeing it take on new forms.No one seems to know about it, but researchers have noted a recent reversal. White flight is changing direction.Your listen next list: All the Stuff No One Ever Taught You About Intersectionality on Apple & SpotifyImportant Terms You Should Know (That Are Often Misused) on Apple & SpotifySources: White Rage by Carol Anderson; The Atlantic, White Flight Never Ended; Brookings...
2023-11-1421 minKnow Better Do Better88. "What's the Most Racist Thing Anyone Has Ever Said to You?"This question is notorious. It's asked by well-meaning white people who are unknowningly unloading their own wrong assumptions. What's so wrong with this question? Why is it so common? And how should you talk with people of color about race instead?Your listen next list:When & How To Talk With People of Color About Race on Apple & SpotifyDo You Know the Shocking Hidden Impact of Stereotypes? on Apple & SpotifyTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.
2023-11-0720 minKnow Better Do Better87. The Surprising Reason Why Black Americans Don't Live As LongIt's a plain fact that Black Americans don't live as long as non-Black Americans, but there's much debate about what's shaving years off our lives. One increasingly popular theory is that these premature deaths may be caused by the chronic stress of racism.With the issue being chronic stress, there's something we can do about this.Your listen next list:The Racial Wealth Gap Has Hardly Budged Since 1963 on Apple & SpotifyWhat Actually Counts As Cultural Appropriation? on Apple & SpotifySources: Discrimination isn't just infuriating, it steals Black people's time, by Sean...
2023-10-3115 minKnow Better Do Better86. The Cost of Racism That No One Knows About: Stolen TimeRacism wastes Black people's time and steals Black people's time in ways you could never guess. Across multiple areas of life, time just might be one of the greatest hidden costs of racism. Your listen next list:Why Colorism Is Just As Serious As Racism on Apple & SpotifyLearn Critical Race Theory in 20 Minutes on Apple & SpotifySource: Discrimination isn't just infuriating. It steals Black people's time. by Sean Collins and Izzie RamirezTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services...
2023-10-2412 minKnow Better Do Better85. How "Just Working Harder" Actually Worsens Outcomes for Black PeopleThat saying about Black people "working twice as hard to get half as far" is way too real. In this episode, you'll learn why "just working harder" isn't the magical fix that people think it is. In some cases, it actually makes things much worse.There's a phenomenon called over-efforting: as it turns out, Black people really do tend to work twice as hard, and it really is getting them half as far. Just working harder doesn't always work out.Mentioned: Ep 58. Do You Know the Shocking Hidden Impact of Stereotypes? on Apple & SpotifySource...
2023-10-1716 minKnow Better Do Better84. Microaggressions in 15 Min: Unpacking the Confusion & ControversyYou've probably heard the basics and "impact over intent," but there's more you should know about microaggressions. Learn why I believe that impact should be the primary focus, but not the sole focus, and why intent is a helpful piece of the puzzle.By walking you through personal examples and the most common viewpoints, this quick explainer will help you with hashing out conflict.Listen next: What Microaggressions Are & Why They’re Controversial on Apple & SpotifyTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI se...
2023-10-1014 minKnow Better Do Better83. Pro-CRT or Anti-CRT, This is What You Need to HearThe CRT in schools debate is not going anywhere, so I think we need to talk about it. (You may have seen this episode last week, but the audio didn't properly upload. Thanks for your patience!)Your listen next list:Learn Critical Race Theory in 20 Minutes on Apple & SpotifyCritical Race Theory 101: The 5 Basic Ideas You Need to Know on Apple & SpotifyCritical Race Theory 102: Three Important Criticisms You Need to Know on Apple & SpotifyTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI...
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Know Better Do Better83. Pro-CRT or Anti-CRT, This Is What You Need to HearThe CRT in schools debate is not going anywhere, so I think we need to talk about it. Your listen next list:Learn Critical Race Theory in 20 Minutes on Apple & SpotifyCritical Race Theory 101: The 5 Basic Ideas You Need to Know on Apple & SpotifyCritical Race Theory 102: Three Important Criticisms You Need to Know on Apple & SpotifyTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.
2023-09-2600 minKnow Better Do Better82. Systemic Racism 101: Learn The Full Definition, How It's Often Misused, & Why It's ControversialA clear, concise lesson on what systemic racism actually is. What is the full definition of racism? Why do I take issue with how I hear people using the term systemic racism? And how do you avoid that common mistake? I've got you covered.Your listen next list:What Microaggressions Are & Why They’re Controversial on Apple & SpotifyCRT's Most Loved & Hated Teaching (Normality of Racism) on Apple & SpotifyResponding to Colorblindness on Apple & SpotifyTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI se...
2023-09-1922 minKnow Better Do Better81. How to Check Assumptions, A Skill Necessary For Conflict ResolutionIf you have a hard time bringing yourself to speak up about racism, today's your lucky day. I'll teach you an alternative to fight (relying on a swell of anger) or flight (being driven by fear). No matter your natural disposition, you'll finally know how to approach those hard conversations about racism.Your listen next:How to Actually Get Through to People on Apple & SpotifyGaslighting: Unpacking (My Issues With) The Word of the Year on Apple & SpotifyExposing the Lies That Make Us Fragile (And The Truth About Resilience) on Apple & SpotifyWhat...
2023-09-1227 minKnow Better Do Better80. How “Blacks Can’t Swim With Us” Turned to the “Blacks Can’t Swim” StereotypePools and beaches have been the site of some of the worst racial violence in US history. The water has also been the locale of monumental racial progress— progress that desperately needs to be continued today.Learn 100 years of forgotten history in just 25 minutes, and you'll see why it's worth remembering. Your listen next list:Prejudice in Policing– the Part No One Understands on Apple & SpotifyWhat No One Ever Taught You About Intersectionality on Apple & SpotifyTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more abou...
2023-09-0526 minKnow Better Do Better79. Intersectionality in 30 Min: How it Originated, Gained Popularity, & Has Rapidly ChangedConsider this Intersectionality 101. Learn about the origins of intersectional theory, how intersectionality gained widespread attention, what critics take issue with, and why it matters. Your listen next list:Part one (ep. 77) on Apple & SpotifyPart two (ep. 78) on Apple & SpotifyMentioned: Crenshaw, Demarginalizing the Intersection of Race and Sex (1989)Vox, Intersectionality, explainedTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.
2023-08-2933 minKnow Better Do Better78. The All-Important Debate Beneath the Debate: Individual vs Group IdentityHow you view identity informs how you engage with antiracism. It undergirds everything, so if you don't understand this topic yet, you're probably missing a whole lot. We need to unpack individual identity, collective identity, and what to make of it all.Your listen next list:My Journey (Ep 1) on Apple & SpotifyDon't Keep Us Confined to Victimhood: A New Way to See PoC on Apple & SpotifyTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.
2023-08-2221 minKnow Better Do Better77. How Do We Actually Close "Achievement Gaps"?In this episode, we uncover a point of contention that's easy to miss, but it's the source of deep divides. Learn what it is, why it matters, and what the experts have to say about it.Your listen next list:Learn Critical Race Theory in 20 Minutes on Apple & SpotifyWhen & How To Talk With People of Color About Race on Apple & SpotifySource: Whistling Vivaldi by Dr. Claude Steele; research conducted by Edward Jones and Richard Nisbett.To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more...
2023-08-1522 minKnow Better Do Better76. White Allies, You Need to Notice WhitenessWhite allies, learn the psychology of in-group-out-group dynamics, why it's hard for you "see" whiteness, and what you can do about it.Mentioned: Making Sense of Racial Colorblindness on Apple & SpotifyHow to Become Less Prejudiced on Apple & SpotifyDiversifying Your Social Circle– the Dos and Don’ts on Apple & SpotifyTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.
2023-08-0815 minKnow Better Do Better75. The Small Change that Makes or Breaks Antiracist GoalsResearchers recently found that minor changes in word choice majorly affect how people feel about antiracism efforts. A change in two words was the difference between racially progressive policies being embraced or rejected. What’s this small change? Is it worth making? And what can we learn from this?Your listen next list:Tone Policing: Problematic Prejudice or Reasonable Request for Respect? on Apple & SpotifyThis Is Why You Don’t Speak Up (And How to Actually Start) on Apple & SpotifySource: PLOS, How the term “white privilege” affects participation, polarization, and content in online c...
2023-08-0126 minKnow Better Do Better74. Environmental Racism 101: Environmental Justice is Racial JusticeA helpful introduction to environmental racism and environmental justice. Also, this is the final Thursday episode for the time being. You can still expect new episodes every Tuesday. Thanks for your understanding and support. Plus, if you're looking for more, you can always check out older episodes you might've missed!Mentioned: Dr. Robert BullardAtlantic, Environmental Racism is the New Jim CrowGreenpeace, New Study: Fossil Fuels Disproportionately Impact Black, Brown, Indigenous, and Poor CommunitiesTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about...
2023-07-2712 minKnow Better Do Better73. White Allies, Don't Leave the Antiracism Work to POCThis is the quintessential lesson for white allies: stop vetting people so much and start investing in them. Your listen next list.How to Change Someone’s Mind – The Proven, Best Method on Apple & SpotifyTone Policing: Problematic Prejudice or Reasonable Request for Respect? on Apple & SpotifyHow to Become Less Prejudiced on Apple & SpotifyTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.
2023-07-2515 minKnow Better Do Better72. Trigger Warnings Are Terrible for Mental HealthThere's a dark side to trigger warnings. Though they are becoming more and more common, experts are urging us to do away with them. Trigger warnings, they say, hurt the people who they intend to help. That's a big problem. In less than 20 minutes, learn why trigger warnings actually do more harm than good.Listen next:Why Trigger Warnings Are Controversial on Apple & SpotifyTrigger Warnings Pt 2: Responding to Criticism on Apple & SpotifyExposing the Lies That Make Us Fragile on Apple & SpotifySources:What if Trigger Warnings Don’t Work? by Je...
2023-07-2017 minKnow Better Do Better71. The Very Serious Function of Racism is DistractionThere's a cost to racism that many people don't consider. Let's talk about it.Your listen next list:Do You Know the Shocking Hidden Impact of Stereotypes? on Apple & SpotifyHow Antiracists Unintentionally Amplify the Impacts of Racism on Apple & SpotifyTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.
2023-07-1814 minKnow Better Do Better70. The Affirmative Action Ruling— What You Really Need to KnowThere's probably a lot you don't know yet about the Affirmative Action ruling. Learn some good news, some bad news, the common misconceptions, and the hugely important role you play in all of this. Your listen next list:Why I Hate "Safe Spaces" (And Why I Love Them Too) on Apple & SpotifyDo You Know the Shocking Hidden Impact of Stereotypes? on Apple & SpotifySources: AP, Divided Supreme Court outlaws affirmative action in college admissions; CNBC, What the Supreme Court’s decision on affirmative action could mean for le...
2023-07-1322 minKnow Better Do Better69. Hot Take: You *Should* Compare Racism To Other HardshipsComparing forms of oppression is generally seen as a no-no, but new research exposes that we may actually be wrong on this one. Contrary to popular belief, drawing comparisons can help you grow in awareness and empathy. Learn how to avoid the wrong way and adopt the right way of doing this.Source: HBR, Research: People Can Learn to Recognize Their Racial PrivilegeYour listen next list:White Privilege 101: How Even Well-Meaning People Get it Wrong on Apple & SpotifyTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech...
2023-07-1114 minKnow Better Do Better68. CRT's Most Loved & Hated Teaching— What the Debate is All AboutIf you want a quick, clear rundown the cultural currents surrounding CRT, this episode is for you. I teach you the most-widely supported teaching (that you probably didn't even know was CRT) and why it's so important. You'll also learn the potential issues with the tenet of CRT draws the most opposition. Further learning on critical race theory:Learn Critical Race Theory in 20 Minutes on Apple & SpotifyCritical Race Theory 101: The 5 Basic Ideas You Need to Know on Apple & SpotifyCritical Race Theory 102: Three Important Criticisms You Need to Know on Apple & Spotify...
2023-07-0623 minKnow Better Do Better67. The War Within Antiracism: Why the Movement Is DividedTwo distinct groups have formed within the antiracism movement. Why are they so opposed to each other? What is each group about? And which one do you think you fall into?Your listen next list:Learn Critical Race Theory in 20 Minutes on Apple & SpotifyWhat Is Virtue Signaling & How Do You Avoid It? on Apple & SpotifyTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.
2023-07-0418 minKnow Better Do Better66. Should We Celebrate America When So Much Needs to Change?Is it even right to celebrate America when there's so much messed up history? In this episode, I share clear guidance on how to make sense of patriotism, celebrating America, and the Fourth of July.Your listen next list:Juneteenth— All the Stuff No One Ever Taught You on Apple & SpotifyAll The Stuff No One Ever Taught You About Dr. King on Apple & SpotifyIf you haven't already, please leave a rating so that The Changemaker can reach and impact more people. Thank you!To support Marie and get exclusive resources, he...
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