Ep. 17 - What’s on top about race?
We decided to move some things around in our queue. We recorded this one after Greg had a little exchange with someone on LinkedIn (in private messages, so no need to go looking for it if you’re curious 😉).
The back and forth with someone who, let’s say, wouldn’t agree with the premise of this podcast highlighted some things. As a door way in, we decided to use a ‘classic’ Holistic Resistance question: ‘What’s on top for you about race?’
It’s an interesting question for a number of reasons. We talk a bit about that in this episode. We also invite you to explore it as well.
What happens for you when you consider that question? When you ask it directly to yourself? When you have a friend or colleague as you?
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Some links for things mentioned in this episode:
adrienne maree brown’s Instagram post - this is the Instagram post Shannon was referring to in her check-in. Ever feel this way? We do all the time!
Step Zero: a free email program for men - This is the new program that Greg just launched on his website. It’s for men who are not sure about joining a group or getting coaching but are curious about making changes in their lives. It’s free!
Porsha Beed appearance on Rising Women Leaders podcast - This is the podcast Shannon mention’s listening to our teacher and mentor Porsha on. Porsha always offers a wonderful perspective on things. Highly recommend.
Robin DiAngelo, author of White Fragility - This book is an important one for white-bodied folks stepping into anti-racism work. A must read.
Rev angel Kyodo williams - A Black, Queer Zen Buddhist monk, and anti-racism educator and activist. Rev. angel has been a significant influence on our POV.
This episode was recorded on January 23rd, 2023
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