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Know Better Do Better Marie Beecham
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Know Better Do Better (formerly The Changemaker) makes it easy for you to get informed and stay informed.
It's hosted by Marie Beecham, a writer and speaker who has shared her fresh take on antiracism with millions. Her unique point of view will draw you in and send you off better equipped and inspired to make a difference.
Interesting, insightful episodes on racial equity every Tuesday and Thursday.
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131. Should White People Do DEI Work? To Speak or Not to Speak...
The mixed messages are confusing. Should white people be vocal antiracists ("Silence is violence") or just center people of color and step aside ("Don't steal the mic")? Let's shed some light on white people's role in antiracism.
Related episodes:
White People, You Need to Ditch White Guilt on Apple & Spotify
You Need to Change How You Think About Whiteness on Apple & Spotify
What POC Want Most from Allies on Apple & Spotify
You're Wrong About Implicit Racial Bias on Apple and Spotify
To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com. -
130. Why I'm Not Worried About Book Bans
Like you, I've been petrified by the headlines that race-related books are being banned from schools and libraries across the country. But I have some surprisingly good news.
Listen in to learn about the current state of race-related books in libraries.
Related episodes:
The Intellectual Rivalry of the Century on Apple & Spotify
How Each Kind of Antiracism Fails on Apple and Spotify
To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com. -
129. Why Conservatives (And Liberals) Are Convinced They're Not Racist
Conservatives say that liberals are the real racists. Liberals say that conservatives couldn't be more wrong.
Who's right? Who's not? Who's delusional? Who's ready to dive into the heated debate?
Related episodes:
Should We Embrace Race or Move Past It? on Apple and Spotify
The Racism The Least Racist People Are Most Guilty Of on Apple & Spotify
Everyone’s Wrong About Implicit Racial Bias on Apple and Spotify
Systemic Racism 101 on Apple and Spotify
To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com. -
128. The Basics of CRT— All The Stuff You Need to Know
There's so much confusion surrounding what critical race theory is and what it isn't. Critical race theory is misrepresented by those who oppose it and misunderstood by those who embrace it.
In this episode, I clear away that confusion so you can confidently answer the question: What is critical race theory, really?
Related episodes:
CRT's Most Loved & Hated Teaching on Apple & Spotify
Critical Race Theory 101 on Apple & Spotify
Critical Race Theory 102 on Apple & Spotify
Intersectionality in 30 Min on Apple & Spotify
To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com. -
127. Q&A - What Counts As Cultural Appropriation? Virtue Signaling? Systemic Racism?
In this episode, I'm answering questions I've received from all of you! We cover a bunch of important topics: How do I really focus on combatting systemic racism? Am I guilty of cultural appropriation without even realizing it? I know we should engage in tough disagreements, but where do we draw the line? Listen up and learn a whole lot.
Related episodes:
What Actually Counts As Cultural Appropriation? on Apple & Spotify
Systemic Racism 101 on Apple and Spotify
Exposing the Lies That Make Us Fragile on Apple & Spotify
To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com. -
126. Tone Policing 101: Learn the Full Definition, How It’s Often Misused, & Why It’s Controversial
What actually counts as tone policing? You might not really know - it's a terribly misunderstood concept. That's why we need to set the record straight. In this episode, you'll learn what tone policing is, what it isn't, why it matters, and why it's so controversial.
Related episodes:
Tone Policing on Apple & Spotify
Microaggressions in 15 Minutes on Apple and Spotify
To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.
Customer Reviews
Approachable, Compassionate and Educational
I first found Marie on Instagram and immediately began listening to this podcast. She provides fantastic perspectives and food for thought, and I find myself thinking about her words all the time. She’s very compassionate and has a very approachable way to learn more about a variety of issues. I recommend her all the time.
Speaking volumes of truth
I so appreciate the perspective and approach to learning that Marie offers through this podcast. She often echoes thoughts I’ve had but haven’t been able to put to words or explain, and she does so thoroughly and eloquently. I’ve learned so much and it’s easy to listen to in an educational yet conversational tone. Thank you for sharing your work!
This podcast is so great
Such a great podcast, I wish she would have a youtube channel as well. So talented.