Podcast appearances and mentions of Robin J Diangelo

"The way that fascism triumphs is if everyone goes silent and becomes quiescent." - Mark H. EPISODE SUMMARY: In this episode of Unraveling Adoption, I, Beth Syverson, welcome Mark, a transracial adoptee from Korea and a passionate advocate for adoption-related issues. Together, we delve into the often-overlooked intersection of politics and adoption, particularly in the context of the upcoming U.S. presidential election. As an adoptive mom of a 20-year-old son, Joey, who is navigating his own path, I feel a deep responsibility to address the complexities surrounding adoption and how they relate to broader societal issues. This election is particularly significant, as it touches on critical topics such as racial justice, women's reproductive rights, LGBTQ+ rights, and the preservation of our democratic systems. With Joey preparing to vote for the first time, I am acutely aware of the stakes involved and the long-term impact our choices will have on future generations. Mark shares his unique perspective as a transracial adoptee and a gay man, highlighting the challenges he faced growing up in a predominantly white environment. He reflects on the societal norms of his youth, where discussing politics was often taboo, and emphasizes the importance of speaking out in today's climate. Mark articulates the existential nature of this election, particularly for marginalized communities, and the need for individuals to engage in political discourse. Throughout our conversation, we explore the implications of having a woman of color, Kamala Harris, as a presidential candidate. While Mark expresses excitement about her candidacy, he also addresses the racism and misogyny she faces, which resonates deeply with his own experiences of being “other”ed. We discuss how the political landscape has shifted, particularly within the Republican Party, and the urgent need for individuals to recognize and confront systemic racism. Mark and I emphasize the importance of activism, not just in the traditional sense of protests and demonstrations, but in everyday conversations with friends, family, and neighbors. We encourage listeners to engage with those around them, especially in swing states, to ensure that their voices are heard and that they participate in the electoral process. As we wrap up the episode, I invite listeners to reflect on their own roles in advocating for change and to consider how their political choices impact the lives of those in the adoption community and beyond. We urge everyone to vote, to educate themselves, and to have open discussions about the critical issues at stake in this election. This episode serves as a call to action for all of us to be brave, to stand up for what we believe in, and to work towards a more equitable society for everyone, especially those affected by adoption. Thank you for joining us in this important conversation. ===============

L'actualité a récemment été marquée par plusieurs polémiques touchant aux questions raciales: l'archive de Pépita dans le jeu télé «Pyramide», les réunions non mixtes de l'Unef, la prise de position d'Audrey Pulvar sur le sujet. Pour mettre en perspective ces événements, pour les penser et les comprendre, on parle dans cet épisode de Poire et Cahuètes de la France et de ses minorités, de ce qui les travaille, de ce qu'elles expriment. Comment vivent-elles dans ce pays qui est le leur, tout en ayant une ascendance subsaharienne, maghrébine, asiatique, tout en n'ayant pas la peau blanche? On discute particulièrement de deux livres: Afropea de Léonora Miano (Grasset, septembre 2020 ) et Une minorité modèle? - Chinois de France et racisme anti-Asiatiques de Ya-Han Chuang (La Découverte, mars 2021). Auxquels s'ajoutent d'autres lectures que nous vous conseillons: L'Épreuve de la discrimination, un ouvrage collectif de sociologues (PUF), La fragilité blanche, de Robin J. DiAngelo (traduit en français chez Les Arènes), La vie psychique du racisme, de Livio Boni et Sophie Mendelsohn (La Découverte) –dont nous avons publié les bonnes feuilles sur Slate.fr. Si vous souhaitez en savoir plus sur le sujet de la fragilité blanche, vous pouvez réécouter notre épisode de Poire et Cahuètes sur le sujet. Poire et Cahuètes est animé par Hélène Decommer, rédactrice en chef de Slate.fr et Jean-Laurent Cassely, journaliste, chroniqueur à Slate et essayiste. Si vous avez aimé cet épisode de Poire et Cahuètes, n'hésitez pas à nous donner la note maximale sur iTunes et ailleurs, et à parler de ce podcast autour de vous. Vos remarques et commentaires sont les bienvenus sur nos réseaux sociaux. Suivez-nous sur Instagram et Facebook. Pour échanger et découvrir de nouveaux podcasts, rejoignez aussi le Slate Podcast Club sur Facebook. Musique: «Candelabra (Saeptem imPeC cut)», Latashá

How can we talk about race and disability without conflating the two? How can white, able-bodied, neurotypical people enter into this conversation? What is the difference between “white fragility” and being vulnerable? What is the connection between contemplation and activism? Amy Julia talks with author, podcaster, and advocate Micha Boyett today about all these questions and more. Show NotesFollow Micha Boyett online:Website: michaboyett.comInstagram (features Micha’s writing): @michaboyettInstagram (features life with Micha’s son Ace, who has Down syndrome): @acefaceismyfriendFacebook: @MichaBoyettTwitter: @michaboyettMicha also co-hosts a podcast called The Lucky Few, with Heather Avis and Mercedes Lara. I mention that Micha is a poet and studied with Mary Karr. I reference last week’s podcast episode: S3 E1 | Waking Up to Privilege with David Bailey. We talk about Jean Vanier’s book Becoming Human and our sorrow over the sexual abuse perpetrated by Vanier. We mention Fr. Richard Rohr and his phrase “the really real,” and his prayer for “one good humiliation a day.” Why the phrase “all lives matter” is problematic and some of the warning signs of gaslighting. We talk about White Fragility by Robin J. DiAngelo. We mention The Rule of St. Benedict and mention Micah 6:8 from the Bible. Finally, here is my favorite podcast episode on The Lucky Few: Friendship Pt. 2 with Guest, Melynn Henry. This podcast season is called White Picket Fences, and it is based on my book White Picket Fences: Turning Towards Love in a World Divided by Privilege. Learn more about White Picket Fences! Also check out free RESOURCES to accompany White Picket Fences—action guide, discussion guides—that are designed to help you respond.

In today's episode we are fortunate to have with us the inspiring and talented, a.k.a "loving blossom" (Shelly's term for her), Courtney Ariel. As you may remember, Courtney wrote the article we read last week, "For Our White Friends Desiring To Be Allies." Please join us for this enlightening conversation. Courtney's recommendations and contact info:BOOKS:The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates (additionally he has written amazing/insightful articles featured in the news publication: The Atlantic) Citizen by Claudia Rankine Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi AdichieThe Color Purple by Alice WalkerWhite Fragility by Robin J. DiAngelo FILM:Must watch Film based off of James Baldwin works: "I am not your Negro"SOJOURNERS PUBLICATION FEATURED ARTICLES: https://sojo.net/biography/courtney-arielMUSIC: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/48wwNodTzVibSVGkuX8MjFApple Music: https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/courtney-ariel/id283282575Tidal: https://tidal.com/browse/artist/7342329YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/courtneyarielSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/courtney-arielSOCIAL MEDIA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneyarielmusicFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/courtneyarielmusicTwitter: https://twitter.com/carielmusic

In today's episode we are fortunate to have with us the inspiring and talented, a.k.a "loving blossom" (Shelly's term for her), Courtney Ariel. As you may remember, Courtney wrote the article we read last week, "For Our White Friends Desiring To Be Allies." Please join us for this enlightening conversation. Courtney's recommendations and contact info: BOOKS: The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates (additionally he has written amazing/insightful articles featured in the news publication: The Atlantic) Citizen by Claudia Rankine Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie The Color Purple by Alice Walker White Fragility by Robin J. DiAngelo FILM: Must watch Film based off of James Baldwin works: "I am not your Negro" SOJOURNERS PUBLICATION FEATURED ARTICLES: https://sojo.net/biography/courtney-ariel MUSIC: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/48wwNodTzVibSVGkuX8MjF Apple Music: https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/courtney-ariel/id283282575 Tidal: https://tidal.com/browse/artist/7342329 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/courtneyariel Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/courtney-ariel SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneyarielmusic Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/courtneyarielmusic Twitter: https://twitter.com/carielmusic --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I continue unabated. Lifted up once again by https://instagram.com/janayathefuture?igshid=1oovsbtw0wiue and their Sunday sermon https://www.instagram.com/tv/CBMbcotnzc_/?igshid=4otmacnfhqbf to step into my power and light as a storyteller. I am commiting to doing what Robin DiAngelo talked about in the intro (it's only the intro) to White Fragility that we so called white progressives don't do “what we need to be doing for the rest of our lives: engaging in ongoing self-awareness, continuing education, relationship building, and actual antiracist practice.” This post from moments ago is straight to my heart and solar plexus: https://www.instagram.com/p/CBWE2n6g5uT/?igshid=1n3r720g87wh9. Braving and becoming the wilderness https://instagram.com/brenebrown?igshid=1wkd82xg682oe. I see you. You see me. https://instagram.com/jamiecromerabpf_grue?igshid=zykw6pmxqsiw https://instagram.com/laurieb.studio?igshid=56bovn8vhl8p. Let's welcome each other's light like we never have before. — excerpt from “White Fragility: Why It's So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism” by Robin J. DiAngelo

This is bonus recording will provide an update on the show.   Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Digital Allyship 101 Workshop by Monica Cadena Brownicity White Fragility: Why It's So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism by Robin J. DiAngelo and Michael Eric Dyson Scene on Radio Podcast | Seeing White Series Podcast Blackout by the Cult 45 Podcast Podcasters for Justice Campaign WOC Podcasters Website WOC Podcasters on Instagram Here's How White People Can Support The Fight Against Police Brutality George Floyd Memorial Fund Minnesota Freedom Fund Black Visions Collective Campaign Zero Black Lives Matter Color of Change

Books we mentioned: White Fragility by Robin J. DiAngelo How To Be An Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi Freedom Is A Constant Struggle: Ferguson, Palestine, and the Foundations of a Movement by Angela Davis

We're so excited to have our first guest on the show this week! Alisha talks with Stacey Garrison about her experience and thoughts surrounding the BLM movement. Stacey is an elementary teacher that hails from West Palm Beach, Florida. Her parents were born and raised in Ghana. She has taught in South Florida, Brooklyn, and now Detroit. Join Alisha and Stacey as they discuss the necessity of teaching anti-racism to children early. Don't forget to check out these important resources:Ally Box subscription from Fulton Street BooksWhite Fragility by Robin J. DiAngelo

#podcastblackout  organized by the podcast Cult45:The Movie Podcast     It's my hope that motherhood will unite us and that we will lift each other's children to safety.   Let's continue to educate our children and advocate loudly for racial justice, true peace, and love.  --Christy   Podcasts to listen to by Black Mothers: Straight Talk with Dr El- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/straight-talk-with-dr-el/id1515819375 First Name Basis- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/first-name-basis-podcast/id1474439369 Moms Called to More- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-moms-called-to-more-podcast/id1456188945   Links Embrace Race Org  (Has great webinars) The Conscious Kid Your Kids Aren't Too Young to Talk About Race: Resource Roundup How White Parents Can Use Media to Raise Anti-Racist Kids Center for Racial Justice in Education Talking about Race from the National Museum of Afircan American History and Culture Oh Happy Dani—Doodles to inspire justice Anti-Racism Daily Newsletter (Join Patreon & Donate $)   Books White Fragility: Why It's So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism Kindle Edition by Robin J. DiAngelo This Book is Anti-Racist by Tiffany Jewell  Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You: A Remix of the National Book Award-winning Stamped from the Beginning by Jason Reynolds  & Ibram X. Kendi How to Be an Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi A Kids Book About Racism by Jelani Memory

We will not stay silent. Today's episode is about racism and sharing the resources we have gathered through research and social media to start the very necessary change. MOVIES: 13th When They See Us The Hate You give Just Mercy Explained: The Racial Wealth Gap PODCASTS: search in Apple or Spotify Speaking of Racism About Race with Reni Eddo-Lodge The Diversity Gap by Bethany Wilkinson Code Switch 1619 Seeing White BOOKS: White Fragility by Robin J. DiAngelo So You Want to Talk About Race by Ijeoma Oluo Stamped From the BeginningL The Definitive History of Racist Ideas in America by Ibram X. Kendi How to be an Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi Raising White Kids: Bringing Up Children in a Racially Unjust America by Jennifer Harvey Me and White Supremacy by Layla F. Saad Why I’m No Longer Talking to White People About Race by Reni Eddo-Lodge Check Your Privilege by Myisha T NYC Bookstores: The Lit Bar Sister’s Uptown Instagram Accounts: @ohhappydani https://www.instagram.com/ohhappydani/?hl=en @ckyourprivilege https://www.instagram.com/ckyourprivilege/?hl=en @alexdionwilson https://www.instagram.com/alexdionwilson/?hl=en @theconsciouskid https://www.instagram.com/theconsciouskid/?hl=en @thedailyshow https://www.instagram.com/thedailyshow/?hl=en @thediversitygap https://www.instagram.com/thediversitygap/?hl=en @goodgoodgoodco https://www.instagram.com/goodgoodgoodco/?hl=en @privtoprog https://www.instagram.com/privtoprog/?hl=en ORGANIZATIONS: George Floyd Memorial Fund https://www.gofundme.com/f/georgefloyd Reclaim the Block https://www.reclaimtheblock.org National Bail Out https://secure.actblue.com/donate/freeblackmamas2020 Black Visions Collective https://www.blackvisionsmn.org Campaign Zero https://www.joincampaignzero.org The Innocence Project https://www.innocenceproject.org/about/ Our Socials: VIv- https://www.instagram.com/vivianeaudi/ Jules- https://www.instagram.com/jules.jacobson/ Youtube- Viv- https://www.youtube.com/vivianeaudi Jules- https://www.youtube.com/julesjacobson --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lovethatforyou/message

Ally is a Verb Curt and Katie chat about how to engage in ally work. We look at white fragility, helpful and harmful responses during times of crisis, and how to leverage privilege appropriately to work to address systemic racism and oppression. We encourage people to step beyond keyboard warriorship and focusing on ourselves to taking actions that can impact real change. It’s time to reimagine therapy and what it means to be a therapist. To support you as a whole person and a therapist, your hosts, Curt Widhalm and Katie Vernoy talk about how to approach the role of therapist in the modern age. In this episode we talk about: Latest incidences of systemic oppression (George Floyd, Christian Cooper) and how they have impacted the current conversations about racism, ally work, and therapy White Fragility and how it can show up during times of crisis How white women in distress distract ALLY (from Kayla Reed): A- always center the impacted L- listen & learn from those who live in the oppression L- leverage your privilege Y-yield the floor The need to identify positive ways to do anti-racist, ally work Assessing your motivation to say things publicly The lure of taking actions that only check a box or make us feel better Discomfort and pain that we must sit in, if we’re going to really do the work What can actually move the needle for systemic change Amplifying voices versus shifting the focus or stepping in front of people who need to be heard Bullying and bystanders Learning and researching on our own, versus requiring clinicians of color to do the emotional labor of teaching us Myths of being an ally Therapists who are invested in the status quo and the white washing that happens when those types of comments are erased The importance of acknowledging history (including racism) and whiteness The difference between “all racists are bad people” and we are in a racist system and thus are all racist The damage done when denying the past, gaslighting communities of color Showing up as a white therapist with a client who is in a marginalized community The need for cultural humility and awareness of what is going on Recognizing reality and how we cannot just “cope” hard enough to make this goes away Crisis management when you are working with risk factors (suicidality, homicidality, abuse) and the importance to understand the additional risk calling police or other government agencies on your clients within the black community Alternatives for managing risk, looking at community resources The challenges of doing ally work as a therapist The slow and arduous process of treating overtly racist clients: listening to fears and perspective   Our Generous Sponsor: SimplePractice Running a private practice is rewarding, but it can also be demanding. SimplePractice changes that. This practice management solution helps you focus on what's most important—your clients—by simplifying the business side of private practice like billing and scheduling. More than 60,000 professionals use SimplePractice —the leading EHR platform for private practitioners everywhere – to power telehealth sessions, schedule appointments, file insurance claims, communicate with clients, and so much more—all on one HIPAA-compliant platform.  Get your first 2 months of SimplePractice for the price of one when you sign up for an account today. This exclusive offer is valid for new customers only.  Go to www.simplepractice.com/therapyreimagined to learn more.    Resources mentioned: We’ve pulled together resources mentioned in this episode and put together some handy-dandy links. Please note that some of the links below might be affiliate links, so if you purchase after clicking below, we may get a little bit of cash in our pockets. We thank you in advance! White Fragility by Robin J. DiAngelo ALLY Tweet from Kayla Reed Kayla Reed’s Twitter Profile 5 Racist Anti-Racist Responses “Good” White Women Give to Viral Posts 75 Things White People Can Do for Racial Justice How to be an Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi 17 Myths About Being a Good Ally Anti Racism On Ramp Resource Page Ce Anderson   Therapy Reimagined 2020: Therapy Reimagined 2020 Conference: Speakers!! Therapy Reimagined 2020 Call for Sponsors   Relevant Episodes: Let’s Talk About Race Let’s Talk About Race Again Black Mental Health Privileged and Biased The Person of the Therapist   Connect with us! Our Facebook Group – The Modern Therapists Group Get Notified About Therapy Reimagined 2020 (and TR2019 Virtual Conference)   Our consultation services: The Fifty-Minute Hour   Who we are: Curt Widhalm is in private practice in the Los Angeles area. He is the cofounder of the Therapy Reimagined conference, the CFO of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists, an Adjunct Professor at Pepperdine University, a former Subject Matter Expert for the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, and a loving husband and father. He is 1/2 great person, 1/2 provocateur, and 1/2 geek, in that order. He dabbles in the dark art of making "dad jokes" and usually has a half-empty cup of coffee somewhere nearby. Learn more at: www.curtwidhalm.com Katie Vernoy is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, coach, and consultant supporting leaders, visionaries, executives, and helping professionals to create sustainable careers. Katie, with Curt, has developed workshops and a conference, Therapy Reimagined, to support therapists navigating through the modern challenges of this profession. Katie is also President of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists. In her spare time, Katie is secretly siphoning off Curt's youthful energy, so that she can take over the world. Learn more at: www.katievernoy.com A Quick Note: Our opinions are our own. We are only speaking for ourselves – except when we speak for each other, or over each other. We’re working on it. Our guests are also only speaking for themselves and have their own opinions. We aren’t trying to take their voice, and no one speaks for us either. Mostly because they don’t want to, but hey.   Stay in Touch: www.mtsgpodcast.com www.therapyreimagined.com Our Facebook Group – The Modern Therapist’s Group https://www.facebook.com/therapyreimagined/ https://twitter.com/therapymovement https://www.instagram.com/therapyreimagined/   Credits: Voice Over by DW McCann https://www.facebook.com/McCannDW/ Music by Crystal Grooms Mangano http://www.crystalmangano.com/

Biggest Takeaways: Tahera Mafi’s A Very Large Expanse of Sea is a beautiful book that is perfect for springboarding into meaningful conversations with your teen. The Context Fear and mistrust might be knee-jerk reactions, but how we act and think afterwards is our choice. When we can understand racism as a system we’re born into rather than an attitude held by a “bad person” who wants to harm others because of their race, we can begin to be open to recognizing problematic racial patterns in ourselves. It’s important to me that I model for and instill in my teens a compassion and an empathy for others, regardless of any perceived differences. Post 9/11, many Muslims in the United States were harassed and persecuted. (See the articles below.) The Book This story puts us into the mind of a 16-year-old Muslim girl, a year after the 9/11 attacks. Shirin is miserable, isolated, and bitter because of her post 9/11 experiences. She has been harassed, bullied, and literally attacked. She’s withdrawn into a prickly shell, using her hadjib and her headphones to block out the world around her. As she navigates her first love, Shirin slowly starts to open up and make friends. She discovers that by closing herself off, she’s become the very thing she most despises. The Issues Academic Pressure Body Choice Bullying Friendship Discrimination/Stereotyping Dating Relationships Parent/Teen Relationships Sibling Relationships Teacher/Student Relationships Trauma   Referenced in this Episode: Discussion Questions for A Very Large Expanse of Sea A Very Large Expanse of Sea by Tahera Mafi White Fragility by Robin J. Diangelo Episode 20 Facing Muslim Stereotypes after 9/11 Assaults against Muslims in U.S. surpass 2001 level How 9/11 Changed These Muslim Americans’ Lives Forever The Ish Girl on Facebook The Ish Girl on Instagram For exclusive content, Sign Up for The Ish Girl’s Weekly Email! FREE EBOOK: Be the Grownup They Need