14 episodes
Awakened in America Host Z & Host Jess
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- Society & Culture
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5.0 • 5 Ratings
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How did we get here? A constructive dialogue on the awakening of our minds to the issues of Black America. Often citing Dr. Ibram X. Kendi (author of "How to be an Antiracist") and Dr. Robin DiAngelo (author of "White Fragility"), the hosts strive to inspire conversation and action amongst White Progressives and People of Color around the Black Lives Matter Movement. Email hosts at info@awakenedinamerica.com for comments or questions.
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S2 Ep #2: Folklore & Race
Host Z & Host Jess discuss the intersectionality of folklore and race with Dr. Pat Turner of UCLA, author of "I Heard It Through the Grapevine: Rumor in African-American Culture" and "Crafted Lives: Stories and Studies of African American Quilters."
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S2 Ep #1: Celebrating History
Host Z and Host Jess chat with Claudia Walker, the owner of The Black Toy Store and recently published author of "ABC's of HBCU's", regarding her innovative business ventures that are elevating Black History. This episode celebrates American history, and specifically highlights Black History Month.
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S1 Ep #11: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion in Schools
Host Z and Host Jess speak with Superintendent Dr. Ben Drati, Dr. Freda Rossi, and Dr. Satinder Hawkins from the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District about the programs and initiatives they are leading with regards to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
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S1 Ep #10: Patriotism
In light of the recent United States Presidential Election, Hosts Z and Jess discuss the topic of Patriotism.
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S1 Ep #9: Learning to Disarm
Host Z and Host Jess compare events involving law enforcement in Kenosha, WI and Rochester, NY.
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S1 Ep #8: Being African American in a Liberal State
Host Z and Host Jess sit down with Shenita and Todd Moore to discuss their lives and experiences growing up in a state that considers itself Liberal.
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