Welcome to “CARE to listen?”! A podcast series in which we, CARE leaders, discuss several cultural and racial problems within our society and, more specifically, in our suburban community. The topics we cover range from growing up as a POC in a predominantly white school to representative media analysis. The purpose of our podcast is to provide a platform for sharing our own experiences as well as amplifying the voices of others in order to bring attention to injustices and journeys that we have faced within our community. It is important to listen to the stories of others to remain educated.
In the episode we interview Mr. Keith where he touches on various different lessons he's learned throughout his life. His stories are extremely insightful and empowering.
In this episode Ms. Culbreath talks about her time in the Princeton community along with her time at IUP, Ida and Moji also give their opinions and comments on their experience and what they hope to find in college
In this episode Mrs. Siddiqu tells us about how she followed her heart to work with kids and the affect she's had on them
In this episode we talked to Mr. Goldsmith, also known as Goldy. He tells us about his unique childhood and about growing up as a minority in Mercer County.
Mrs. Giles grew up in the heart of Harlem during many events of black history that we may learn about today. In this episode we learn about her exceptional upbringing living around so much culture.
In this episode we interviewed Joy Barnes Johnson, also known as Dr.BJ, and asked her about her origin story and how it created who she is today.
In this special podcast, we are featuring students from the high school's Africa elective course. This course offers a supplement to the mainstream history curriculum allowing students to explore alternative stories and perspectives within history and life. This podcast is compiled of a series of interviews, which explore several facets of African culture. Students discuss their intellectual and emotional discoveries surrounding protest music, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's literary work–specifically with Half of a Yellow Sun– the movie Ife– which offers insight into LGBTQ+ relationships in Nigeria– artistic resistance, and popular African poetry. We hope you enjoy!
In this podcast we continue our discussion of why clubs like C.A.R.E. are important in predominantly white schools. C.A.R.E. is a social justice club dedicated to educating our school's students about ongoing social issues and providing students with a platform to discuss their thoughts and experiences regarding these subjects. As leaders, we have, first hand, observed how C.A.R.E. has provided for our school's community, so, in this podcast, we share why it is vital that all schools have clubs like C.A.R.E., some of which include amplifying BIPOC voices, helping improve student's mental health, and educating students on important, but rarely discussed, topics.
In this podcast episode, Frankie, Steph, and Yayla take time to delve into the topic of allyship. More specifically, they note key differences between performative allyship/activism in comparison to real, authentic allyship. After watching this episode, take time to reflect on your own allyship. Where do you stand on the spectrum of advocacy and activism?
In today's short podcast episode, Faria, Darrah, and Frankie specifically talk about the importance of social media when promoting a club like CARE. They go in-depth about the various awareness series they've done, aesthetics/creation of posts, and much more!
In this episode, all of the C.A.R.E leaders answer questions submitted by you, our members, and listeners, and engage in insightful conversation. They specifically touch on the origins and importance of C.A.R.E, personal topics regarding their own experiences, role models, zodiac signs, and much more! Get comfortable because this is a long one!
C.A.R.E leaders, Darrah and Frankie, delve into why clubs that uphold the same mission as C.A.R.E are necessary in predominantly white schools/institutions. They talk specifically about the platform that C.A.R.E provides for many students and peers to use as a way to find unity, comfort, and security through shared experiences, but also a space for students to build a sense of empathy for their peers. In addition to this, they touch on C.A.R.E being a source of information for those, specifically white students, who seek to remain aware of various social issues and their impacts.
C.A.R.E leaders; Faria, Yayla, and Steph, discuss the various aspects and issues surrounding xenophobia, stereotypes, and racism towards the Asian community. During this conversation, they find connections between their experiences as individuals that live in a predominantly white area and attend a predominantly white school and hope to create a foundation of empathy from those listening. *Minimal cursing*
In this episode, C.A.R.E leaders, Faria, Moji, and Darrah shed light on their experiences as young POC women in predominantly white institutions. Given the circumstance of attending PWIs their whole academic careers, they have amassed countless experiences that center around their social identities. They specifically focus on their experiences regarding the feelings of discomfort and loneliness, microaggressions, normalization of ignorance amongst white peers, as well as dating and colorism.