Word on the Street: An OML & RRC Podcast

SCU Office for Multicultural Learning
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Welcome to the word on the street podcast brought to you by the Office for Multicultural Learning (OML) and Rainbow Resource Center (RRC) at Santa Clara University! We discuss issues/topics related to identity, so make sure you give us a follow to stay updated on new episodes! To give us feedback on how we are doing, click on this link to fill out a quick survey: https://scu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dd1RBNLBCfThTox

  1. 2d ago

    S8 E9: Identities and Storytelling

    Shelly and Josh dive into a wide range of topics including: Who gets to write about identities? Performativity vs. positive impact, representation as a commodity, historical accuracy vs. modern sensibility, and more. In this discussion, we explore thoughtful dialogue. Never leaving with answers, only follow-up questions and continuing discussion. Content Warning: This episode includes discussion of slurs and hateful language, and brief mentions of sexual assault. If you don't have the capacity to engage with these topics right now, please skip to another episode: prioritize yourself first.

    S8 E9: Identities and Storytelling

  2. Jun 24

    S8 E8: Behind the Scenes in Social Justice Work

    Shelly and Chris dive into an authentic conversation about what it truly means to work in social justice spaces: covering everything from building community and navigating the challenges of diverse groups, to why self-care is essential in this work. Come tap into this conversation to hear more!

    S8 E8: Behind the Scenes in Social Justice Work

  3. Jun 16

    S8 E7: The Undocumented Experience

    Speakers: Shelly Cormier and Jacklyn Alonzo Heredia In this episode, Shelly and Jacklyn engage in a thoughtful conversation about what it means to be undocumented and discuss steps if someone ever encounters federal immigration officials. Sources Mentioned in the podcast: Report Ice activity (408)-290-1144

    S8 E7: The Undocumented Experience

  4. May 22

    S8 E7: Media Portrayals and Queer Relationships

    In this episode of Word on the Street, Shelly and SIE Tiffany take a casual dive into media portrayals and queer relationships. Guest: Tiffany Doan

    S8 E7: Media Portrayals and Queer Relationships

  5. Apr 10

    S8 E5: Conceptual Engineering and Lexical effects

    In this episode of Word on the Street, Shelly and Mariah take a deep dive into Conceptual Engineering and Lexical Effects, exploring how these ideas apply to the debate around “Native"”vs. “Indian” terminology. Their conversation weaves together personal experience and academic insight for a grounded discussion. Guest: Mariah Aragon Resources: https://compass.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/phc3.12879#:~:text=Conceptual%20engineering%20is%20a%20branch,%2C%20and%20policymaking%2C%20for%20instance. https://www.britannica.com/topic/Why-Are-Native-Americans-Called-Indians

    S8 E5: Conceptual Engineering and Lexical effects

  6. Mar 31

    S8 E4: Afropessimism and Honoring Black Existence

    In this episode, Shelly has a conversation with SCU double major Darcy on the topic of Afropessimism. The two discuss the theoretical framework of Blackness in modern civilization and the lived Black American experience.

    S8 E4: Afropessimism and Honoring Black Existence

  7. Feb 9

    S8 E3: MLK and Incarcerated Writer's Workshop w/ Prof. Poole

    In honor of MLK Day, this episode of Word on the Street features hosts April and Jian in conversation with Professor Poole about their involvement with the Reader Schools program and how activism connects to the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. They dive into discussions about incarcerated people and explore the transformative power of writing.

    S8 E3: MLK and Incarcerated Writer's Workshop w/ Prof. Poole

  8. 12/01/2025

    S8 E2: Trans Remembrance Day w/ Dr. Ruby Mendoza

    In this episode, Shelly invites Dr. Ruby Mendoza (Assistant Professor of English with a specialization in LGBTQ+ studies) to a discussion on the trans experience. Through research, history, culture and anecdotes, the two dive into moments of vulnerability, joy and liberation. Disclaimer: Trigger warning: This episode may contain content related to mental health, physical assault and homelessness. We honor the lives lost to trans violence and encourage any community member to seek local resources related to gender affirming care, mental health, housing insecurity, food insecurity and wellbeing.

    S8 E2: Trans Remembrance Day w/ Dr. Ruby Mendoza
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Welcome to the word on the street podcast brought to you by the Office for Multicultural Learning (OML) and Rainbow Resource Center (RRC) at Santa Clara University! We discuss issues/topics related to identity, so make sure you give us a follow to stay updated on new episodes! To give us feedback on how we are doing, click on this link to fill out a quick survey: https://scu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dd1RBNLBCfThTox

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