Talk The Talk

Kaitlin and Jordan conclude the Black History in the Making series with a dynamite interview with Chris and Kev from The Young Flames. The Young Flames are a Philly-based rap group of young men dedicated to being the change they want to see in the world. Listen in and enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Kaitlin and Jordan welcome the next guest in the Black History in the Making series, Lauren Adderly. Lauren talks about career growth, creating a path for others that look like her, and navigating professional relationships with co-workers as well as the highest-profile athletes. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Kaitlin and Jordan jump-start the Talk The Talk, Black History in the Making series by welcoming Talitha Poore to the show. The trio discusses a variety of topics including being mixed race in corporate America, defining your identity, and giving yourself grace. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Kaitlin and Jordan discuss the new administration, their unique inauguration, and what should we expect next for US politics. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Kaitlin and Jordan discuss the legacy of MLK and the first amendment. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Kaitlin and Jordan kick-off 2021 discuss the January 6th, pro-Trump riots. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Kaitlin and Jordan discuss Kwanzaa, why is was created, how it is celebrated, and the deeper meanings behind its symbols --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Kaitlin and Jordan discuss their favorite anti-racism books, their own journeys with the written word, and why it is so important. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Kaitlin and Jordan welcome Johnnie Lonon, founder of Breaking the Cycle, to discuss changing the course of future generations and normalizing mental health care. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Kaitlin and Jordan discuss the Talk the Talk 2020 holiday survival guide. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Kaitlin and Jordan discuss the importance of diversity in the workplace.

Kaitlin and Jordan discuss the wild week in politics and what to expect next. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Kaitlin and Jordan discuss cultural appropriation on Halloween and its damaging impacts. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Kaitlin and Jordan discuss the #EndSars movement happening in Nigeria then welcome on a friend of the show, Alex, to hear about her personal experience with Joe Biden. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Kaitlin and Jordan discuss the history of the electoral college and how it continues to impact presidential elections. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Kaitlin and Jordan welcome their first-ever guests, Aaliyah and Nicole, the co-founders of Movements Matter. They use their creative genius to create statement-making apparel and donate the proceeds to non-profits that are creating the changes we need in this unjust world. Be sure to follow them on IG @movementsmatter and shop their store at https://www.movementsmatterapparel.com/. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Jordan and Kaitlin share their favorite content made by Black and minority creators to unwind after a frustrating week.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Kaitlin and Jordan discuss racism around the world. Please note that the hosts are not experts in diversity, equity, and inclusion; however, they are learning and unlearning alongside listeners and hoping to inspire change in the world through tough conversations. And yes, sometimes those conversations will use colorful adult language. Join the movement and Talk The Talk.

Description: Kaitlin and Jordan discuss the past, present, and future of athlete activism. Please note that the hosts are not experts in diversity, equity, and inclusion; however, they are learning and unlearning alongside listeners and hoping to inspire change in the world through tough conversations. And yes, sometimes those conversations will use colorful adult language. Join the movement and Talk The Talk. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

No matter if you are Black, White, gay, straight, rich, poor, Republican, Democrat, tall, short, old or young we have implicit biases. These are biases that are unconscious attitudes and stereotypes that can manifest in what we say, do, and how we treat others. They are pervasive because we often do not know that they reside within us. Kaitlin and Jordan dive deep on what implicit bias is, why do we have them, and how do we acknowledge and avoid acting on them. Please note that the hosts are not experts in diversity, equity, and inclusion; however, they are learning and unlearning alongside listeners and hoping to inspire change in the world through tough conversations. And yes, sometimes those conversations will use colorful adult language. Join the movement and Talk The Talk. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The world around us seems completely out of control. We are in the midst of a global health crisis, unfathomable violence caught on video, worldwide social unrest, a critically important election, and all of these issues are constantly politicized. Living in this stress-inducing environment is enough to destroy your mental. Kaitlin and Jordan discuss why it is important for justice warriors to self-care, how they manage their own self-care, and share some tips that you can use in your own mental health maintenance.   Please note that the hosts are not experts in diversity, equity, and inclusion; however, they are learning and unlearning alongside listeners and hoping to inspire change in the world through tough conversations. And yes, sometimes those conversations will use colorful adult language. Join the movement and Talk The Talk. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We know talking the talk can be a real challenge. Kaitlin and Jordan run down their five tips to successfully have difficult conversations. Use the information in this episode to equip yourself when you find yourself covering the tough topics.   Please note that the hosts are not experts in diversity, equity, and inclusion; however, they are learning and unlearning alongside listeners and hoping to inspire change in the world through tough conversations. And yes, sometimes those conversations will use colorful adult language. Join the movement and Talk The Talk. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We are less than three months away from the largest election in any of our lifetimes. What happens on November 3 will have rippling in effects in this country and the world beyond just the next four years. Kaitlin and Jordan discuss the responsibility for each of us to use our voices in this historic time. Please note that the hosts are not experts in diversity, equity, and inclusion; however, they are learning and unlearning alongside listeners and hoping to inspire change in the world through tough conversations. And yes, sometimes those conversations will use colorful adult language. Join the movement and Talk The Talk. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

What does 40 acres and a mule mean? Kaitlin and Jordan talk all things reparations. Please note that the hosts are not experts in diversity, equity, and inclusion; however, they are learning and unlearning alongside listeners and hoping to inspire change in the world through tough conversations. And yes, sometimes those conversations will use colorful adult language. Join the movement and Talk The Talk --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Ok, so what do we do about the bad cops? Kaitlin and Jordan chat about defunding the police and areas of opportunity for American policing. Please note that the hosts are not experts in diversity, equity, and inclusion; however, they are learning and unlearning alongside listeners and hoping to inspire change in the world through tough conversations. And yes, sometimes those conversations will use colorful adult language. Join the movement and Talk The Talk. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Why aren’t good cops enough? Kaitlin and Jordan unpack policing in America and what it means to be a “good cop.” Please note that the hosts are not experts in diversity, equity, and inclusion; however, they are learning and unlearning alongside listeners and hoping to inspire change in the world through tough conversations. And yes, sometimes those conversations will use colorful adult language. Join the movement and Talk The Talk. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Wasn’t slavery a long time ago? Kaitlin and Jordan brush up on US history, politics, and economics to examine how we got to the social injustices of today. Please note that the hosts are not experts in diversity, equity, and inclusion; however, they are learning and unlearning alongside listeners and hoping to inspire change in the world through tough conversations. And yes, sometimes those conversations will use colorful adult language. Join the movement and Talk The Talk. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Talk The Talk is the podcast dedicated to educating, equipping, and developing ANTI-Racists. Hosted by Jordan (a Black, male activist) and Kaitlin (a White, female ally), this show boldly dives in to answer uncomfortable questions about race and society. By no means are the hosts experts in all areas of race, society, equality, and inclusion. The goal is to create a sense of community to collectively create the changes we need in this unjust world. Thanks for taking the leap with us. Get ready to listen, learn, and challenge racism anywhere and everywhere you encounter it. Join us and Talk The Talk. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app