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Fall AwakeBlack Healing“If you don’t heal you’ll pass on the injuries to the next generation”
-Dr.Joy DeGruy
Black people from all walks of life have endured and continue to endure racism stemming from colonization and slavery.
As a result of living in hostile environments, we have developed a number of “maladaptive” behaviours. These behaviours were necessary for our survival at a given time. However, they no longer serve us from one generation to the next. On the contrary, they stifle our growth.
This pattern is the result of race-based trauma. You may think that you don’t have race-based trauma but unf...2021-05-1633 minFall AwakeArtivismIn this episode, we invite the lovely Tammy Tuesdayz on the table. We explore her perspective on issues relating to black artists and their role in social change in the black community. Do black artists have a responsibility to influence change through their art? Does their contribution to the culture challenge or maintain the status quo? Listen as we discuss these questions and much more with Montreal's very own Tammy T!
Gues:Tammy Tuesdayz
Edited: Zupa Nakayi
Hosts: Zupa Nakayi & Tamara Medford
IG:@fall.awake, @nakysunset...2020-08-3045 minFall AwakeMirror WorkIn this episode, we welcome Shanice Nicole, an educator, facilitator, and community organizer. Throughout the conversation, we explore the complexities of internalized anti-blackness in our community. We address the different ways in which we have internalized oppressive ideologies as a result of being socialized in an anti-black world. How do we recognize and dismantle these forces? How do we heal from this reality while trying to move from survival to thrival?2020-07-1149 minFall AwakeThe Black Man SankofaIn this episode, we welcome a special guest, Mr.Rito Joseph. A black-millennial man from Montreal who has taken it upon himself to not only inform himself about black history but also share it with the world. Throughout this conversation, he shares his life trajectory and how it led him to his work. We discuss the ins and outs of being a black man in western societies and the importance of cultural identity. What can the black man do to cultivate a stronger sense of self? How can knowing and being connected to our history help us get there
Hosts...2020-06-2545 minFall AwakeCANCEL CULTUREIn this episode, the hosts talk about cancel culture. They explore its origins, how itis used, and whether or not its use is beneficial for the black community? They also discuss the heaviness of the current social climate. Recent demonstrations from the 50 states of the US and 18 countries worldwide have made this one of the biggest human rights movements in history. This has led to much needed social awakening. However, the sudden attention on the effects of racism and anti-blackness is leading to interpersonal conflicts. What do you do if someone does not understand your plight as a black...2020-06-1457 minFall AwakeHERstoryIn this episode, the Fall Awake podcast cohosts get candid about how they met and developed a partnership that resulted in a podcast. They do so while exploring the role of the female empowerment concept in the development of their relationship. What is women's empowerment? Has the idea become diluted? Do women really practice female empowerment? Listen as they explore these questions and make space for a much-needed conversation.2020-05-2547 minFall AwakeThe Race Card pt-1In reaction to the recent deaths of Ahmaud Arbery, Sean Reed, and Breonna Taylor, the Fall Awake podcast cohosts discuss the current condition of black and ethnic people in a society forged by racist ideologies. Can we truly reach our fullest potential in these societies or are we forever racing in hope of reaching our freedom?
-Hosts: Zupa & Tamara
-song: “Change” by J. Cole
-Edited by: zupa2020-05-2446 minFall AwakeThe Race Card - Part 2The “Race Card pt-2” is a discussion on the concept of allyship. The hosts of “Fall Awake”, identify the ways in which people often confuse cultural appropriation for allyship. They provide different examples of ways to be an ally. By paying homage to individuals that have died as a result of systemic racism, they emphasize the importance of cultivating allyship across all races.2020-05-1840 min