Whoa, what?

In this episode of 'Whoa, What' I look at the potential impacts of President Biden's stimulus relief package on childhood poverty rates. President Biden has introduced a new child tax credit, or code, which distributes 'child allowances' to low and middle-income families. The benefits of this policy are great.However, concerns arise of whether anti-poverty policies equate to anti or pro-mobility policies, a topic I cover in the later half of the episode!As always, thank you for listening, and please do not forget to rate, review and subscribe!

In this episode of 'Whoa, What' I define qualified immunity, the societal legal implications, its racist history, and contemporary impact on dialogues regarding police reform and abolition. As always, thank you for listening, and please do not forget to rate, review, and subscribe!

In this episode of 'Whoa, What' I describe the impact the month of April could have on climate change policy, the proposed emissions deduction in President Biden's infrastructure bill, and more! As always, thank you for listening, and please do not forget to rate, review, and subscribe! 

In today's episode of 'Whoa, What' I discuss the current landscape of transgender policy and what we can all do to support the transgender community! Following International Trans Day of Visibility, awareness of policies that threaten the safety of transgender individuals is necessary and ongoing support, as well as cultural competency, is crucial. As always, thank you for listening, and please don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe!

In this episode of "Whoa, What?" I dive into the history of sexual harassment policies and the vague and indirect language of such.Thank you for listening, and as always, please do not forget to rate, review, and subscribe!

Welcome back to Whoa, What! In today's episode, I discuss how COVID-19 has impacted America's workforce, specifically as it pertains to the gender gap and disproportionate effects on women! Thank you for listening! Please do not forget to rate, review, and subscribe!

In this episode, I succinctly discuss the potential shift of the use of the term "alien" in regard to immigration law, documents, and code. President Biden is working to change the use of the term "alien" to "noncitizen" just as California, Colorado, and New York City have already worked to accomplish in his proposed immigration reform bill.I hope you enjoy this quick and informative episode! Thank you for listening!

Welcome back to Whoa, What! In this episode, I am joined by Blake Kevin Dwyer, an actor, musical artist, and all-around wonderful human. Plus, he's the genius behind the Whoa, What intro music! With the Golden Globes quickly approaching, we discuss the importance of LGBTQ+ representation and visibility in Hollywood (tv, movies, music, etc.) and what everyday busy people can do to advocate for greater inclusivity.Our dialogue is packed with thought-provoking topics, issues, and stories!Thank you for listening, and as always, please don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe!

What is school choice week and why should you care about it?In today's episode we cover school choice week, the bills in play right now that could affect the public school system for years to come, and how it can affect all of us, as well as our neighborhoods! Thank you for listening, and as always, please don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe!

We are joined today by a very special guest, Ariana DiPreta! We discuss mental health in sports and fitness and the overlooked injuries of mental predispositions and symptoms. We discuss actionable steps to combat the stigma and taboo-nature of mental health and work towards a more equitable future in regards to mental health access, funding, and policy! Thank you as always for listening, and please do not forget to rate, review, and subscribe!

Today I am discussing the racial origins of fatphobia, ways to combat everyday body-image standards, and discussing COVID-19 applications of fat stigma. This episode is extremely exciting as I read many excerpts of "Fearing the Black Body" by Sabrina Strings. If you haven't read this book, I cannot recommend it enough! Thank you as always for listening, and please remember to rate, review, and subscribe!

Let's talk about 2021 policy issues and trends to watch! If you were in the United States at all during 2020, or anywhere for that matter, you can expect to expect nothing. As always, thank you for listening, and please don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe!

In this episode, you will learn all about climate change policy and the potential implications of President-elect Joe Biden's upcoming stimulus package. Only time will tell in terms of the stimulus package, however, in the interim here are some everyday ways you can contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable environment of your own:Avoid any plastic you can Use natural cleaning supplies for the laundry, dishes, etc. Turn the lights off when you can Unplug devices when they are not in useCompost Opt for no receiptsUse a reusable water bottle commute using public transportation, bike, or walkReduce using vehicles when unnecessary Reduce using elevators when available to reduce electricity use and take the stairsRecycle aluminum and plastic in the correct bins and containersPrint double-sided when printing is necessary Take shorter showersDrink only tap water - avoid single-use plastic water bottles Bring reusable bags to the grocery store Use your own coffee mugs and portable containers instead of purchasing single-use coffee& More! Thank you for listening, and please do not forget to rate, review, and subscribe!

Georgia On Our Minds: Automatic Voter Registration, Upcoming Senate Runoff Election, Stacey Abrams & More! In this episode, I discuss the actions, policies, and actors involved in registering hundreds of thousands of new voters in Georgia over the past four years! Thank you for listening, and please don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe!

In today's episode, I am joined with Lillian Evans to discuss where some big-name companies stand in regard to their explicit promises and promoted stance in support of Black Lives Matter from earlier this year. We discuss why it is difficult for many brands to shift the representation of makeup products quickly, the power of the younger generations' voices, and how we can all make a change in our everyday efforts as we collectively strive for equality. Please make sure to rate, review, and subscribe! Thank you for listening!

What is checkout charity and where do your donations go when you donate money at checkout? As you prepare for the holiday season and all that comes along with that, make sure you are fully informed! Let's talk about the economic implications of these donations, which foundations and charities are reputable, and more! Thank you as always for listening and please don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe!

In this week's episode, we deep-dive into Sacred Heart Preparatory's (SHS) recent anti-racist efforts in decolonizing curriculum, educating staff and students on racism and discrimination, as well as how all of us can hold ourselves more accountable for personal and collective anti-racist change. Zoe Vaden (SHS 2012) joins us today to give us an update on how a private Catholic high school has made conscious efforts in fostering an anti-racist community and more! As always, thank you so much for tuning in and listening! Please rate, review, and subscribe!

What drug and crime policies were affected due to the 2020 November 3rd elections this past week? Tune in to hear about key state changes, including propositions in California that were blocked and passed, an unprecedented measure in Oregon, and Marsy's Law in Kentucky! What is Marsy's Law? Listen to learn! Thank you for listening, and please do not forget to rate, review, and subscribe!

In this week's episode, I interview Tsahai Makeda and we discuss and outline the various realities public school educators are facing and give you a refresher on how public schools across our nation are funded. Tune in to hear from Tsahai Makeda, an 8th grade English Teacher in the South Bronx, New York City! We discuss the differences between various localities as it pertains to resources, opportunities, and the value of having positive role models for our children. I hope you enjoy it! Please remember to rate, review, & subscribe!

Why is there concern surrounding the looming confirmation of Amy Coney Barrett? In this week's episode, I tell you more about the structure of the Supreme Court, refresh your memory on the power the Supreme Court holds, the political leanings of the current Supreme Court Justices, and more! Please make sure to rate, review, and subscribe! Thank you for listening!

Welcome to "Whoa, what?" In this episode, we give you a teaser of what's to come and explain our mission a bit more in-depth!Thank you for listening, and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe in order not to miss the upcoming episodes!