Which Way Is Up? (WWIU)

The Which Way Is Up Show

In this "post-truth"era, the WWIU Show offers us an opportunity to participate in the public conversation while being critical about social concerns in an effort to become more engaged citizens.

  1. 04/12/2023

    Ep 13 - War On Cuba Documentary 4.12.2023

    We know! It's been a while! But we are still here! We decided to share a little bit about our experience after attending a screening for "The War on Cuba" by @BellyofTheBeastCuba on 4/12/23. Hopefully, you will find it as interesting as we did, and check out their channel to see some of the amazing work they are doing and why it is particularly important. You can start with the first episode which can be found in the link below. The War on Cuba — Episode 1 https://youtu.be/z1mknIkBGUA Belly of the Beast - Website: https://www.bellyofthebeastcuba.com/t... WWIU Socials: https://linktr.ee/wwiu#wwiu #waroncuba #cuba #bellyofthebeastcuba

    20 min

  2. 04/12/2023

    Episode 009 - 3.12.2022 - Gender Roles

    Sorry for the delay and inactivity. This episode was actually recorded back in March and just now being uploaded. In this show, we discussed gender roles. Along with expectations, confusion and the potential damage such assigned roles may cause. Hope you enjoy!! All podcast and social media platforms https://linktr.ee/WWIUAll podcast and social media platforms https://linktr.ee/WWIU Music   Intro:  Funky Mama produced by DJ Nihilist Click the links below for more: https://djnihilistproductions.bandcamp.com/      Outro: It's Man's Man's World - by James Brown

    1h 10m

  3. 09/25/2022

    Ep 12 - Hispanic Heritage Month / Recovery Month

    From the archives. This was recorded on 9.25.2022. We've been a break getting our affairs in order. Thanks for listening. WWIU Socials: https://linktr.ee/wwiu

    1h 31m

  4. 07/25/2022

    Episode 011 - 7.17.2022 - Self-care, Mental Health, Opioid Dependence, & Roe V. Wade

    Sorry for the delay! In this episode, Michi & Scott are catching up after a couple of months. Our discussion focuses on our personal experience with self-care and mental wellness. Scott talks about a recent medical procedure and how to be responsible as a recovering addict when it comes to the prescribing of pain medications. We also share some thoughts on the recent Supreme Court decision involving Roe V Wade. WWIU Linktree for all podcast hosting platforms and social media: https://linktr.ee/WWIU If you or someone you may be struggling with alcohol or other drug use:  New York: NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports - 24-hour HOPEline: 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text 467369  NYC Well – 24-hour substance use support 1-888-NYC-WELL (1-888-692-9355) New Jersey: Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care Interim Managing Entity (IME) Addictions Access Center For Assistance and a referral to Treatment 1-844-276-2777  Nationwide: SAMHSA’s National Helpline, 1-800-662-HELP (4357)  Harm Reduction Resources Near You - syringe access, drug education, overdose prevention https://harmreduction.org/resource-center/harm-reduction-near-you/ Resources for Mental Wellness If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org BIPOC Mental Health Provider Directories Inclusive Therapists: https://www.inclusivetherapists.com/ Clinicians of Color Directory: https://www.inclusivetherapists.com/ Melanin & Mental Health Directory: Virtual directory of culturally competent mental health clinicians for Black & Latinx/Hispanic communities Asian Mental Health Collective Directory: https://www.asianmhc.org/therapists-us/ National Asian American Pacific Islander Mental Health Association: https://www.naapimha.org/aanhpi-service-providers South Asian Mental Health Initiative & Network Provider Directory: https://samhin.org/provider-directory/ Therapy for Latinx: https://www.therapyforlatinx.com/ Latinx Therapy: https://latinxtherapy.com/ Black Emotional And Mental Health (BEAM) Virtual Therapist Network: https://wellness.beam.community/ Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation Resource Directory: https://borislhensonfoundation.org/resource-guide/ Black Mental Health Alliance Database: https://blackmentalhealth.com/connect-with-a-therapist/ Therapy for Black Girls Directory: https://providers.therapyforblackgirls.com/ Therapy for Black Men Directory: https://therapyforblackmen.org/ Can You Drive Alone in the H.O.V. Lane if You’re Pregnant? A Post-Roe Quandary. https://www.nytimes.com/2022/07/12/us/pregnant-woman-hov-lane-roe-wade.html

    1h 7m

  5. 05/06/2022

    Episode 010 - 4.30.2022 - Worker Exploitation in Helping Professions

    On the eve of May Day, we discuss the effects of Capitalism in helping professions, social work, mental health, substance use, etc. Scott shares some of his personal experiences working in the addiction field and a recent clash with exploitive business practices.    Check the Linktr.ee below for all listening platforms and socials.  https://linktr.ee/WWIU Article: It’s About Time:  How Work Schedule Instability Matters for Workers, Families, and Racial Inequality  https://shift.hks.harvard.edu/its-about-time-how-work-schedule-instability-matters-for-workers-families-and-racial-inequality/  Music Intro:   Funky Mama produced by DJ Nihilist   https://djnihilistproductions.bandcamp.com/  Outro: "Money Dollar Bill Y'all" by Jimmy Spicer  https://g.co/kgs/1G6B8C

    1h 20m

  6. 03/06/2022

    Episode 008 - 2.27.2022 (Full Episode) No More War! / Black History

    In this episode, we discuss the recent attack on Ukraine and the sensationalizing of war via social media. The cunning character of Joe Rogan. Scott is now on Tik Tok! In honor of "Black History Month," we also discuss a few phenomenal, not-so-popular stories of individuals that we feel should be recognized. And we end on a positive note!! Please click the link below to find us on all our socials and podcast hosting platforms:   https://linktr.ee/WWIU    Credits: James Reese Europe aka Jim Europe “The Martin Luther King of Music” https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Reese_Europe https://loc.gov/item/ihas.200038842 https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b090v3bj Billie Holiday https://www.eonline.com/news/1255703/the-infuriating-true-story-behind-the-united-states-vs-billie-holiday Check out The United States vs. Billie Holiday on Hulu!  https://www.hulu.com/movie/6f7be3b0-69c5-49ab-8472-2b5b1dabcfe8?play=false&utm_source=shared_link Check out Lee Daniels and Cast Interviewed by Oprah Winfrey on Hulu!  https://www.hulu.com/movie/d31d4c65-826b-4ae8-abaa-0f537841d684?play=false&utm_source=shared_link Dr. Ossian Sweet’s Black Life Mattered https://daily.jstor.org/ossian-sweet-black-lives-matter/ The Joe Rogan Experience w/ Abby Martin https://open.spotify.com/episode/3qCSnEEAUxFasoKSWq7LiM The Joe Rogan Experience / Dr. Cornel West https://open.spotify.com/episode/1GLdDzLc2OXDTyKEhizaQk Music:   Intro - Funky Mama produced by DJ Nihilist Click the link below for more:   https://djnihilistproductions.bandcamp.com/ Outro - Strange Fruit by Billie Holliday https://open.spotify.com/track/7CdZrjAwcaULHNsSrnaezW#login

    1h 52m

  7. 02/14/2022

    Episode 007 - 2.5.2022 (Full Episode) Cultural Disinformation

    In this episode, we take a deeper dive into "Cultural Disinformation". A history of lies and deceit by so-called "bad actors" that target trauma previously experienced by marginalized groups. We also go over some tools that we can use to help combat the spread of mis/disinformation. Thank you for listening and your growing support!!!  Please click the link below to find us on all our socials and podcast hosting platforms:  https://linktr.ee/WWIU   Credits:  LADL: Nationwide Poll on COVID Vaccine  https://votolatino.org/media/press-releases/polloncovid/ US Census2020 data https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/fact/table/US#  From Vote To Virus, misinformation campaign targets Latinos  https://apnews.com/article/joe-biden-donald-trump-race-and-ethnicity-media-misinformation-9696392bf389ba8ca3441d2314abcefa  What Facebook knew about its Latino-aimed disinformation problem  https://www.latimes.com/business/technology/story/2021-11-16/facebook-struggled-with-disinformation-targeted-at-latinos-leaked-documents-show _  UnidosUS (fka National Council of La Raza)  https://www.unidosus.org  How Puerto Rico Achieved the Highest Vaccination Rate in the U.S.—Without a Political Fight  https://time.com/6113069/puerto-rico-vaccination-rate-covid-19/  La Operación - Background https://youtu.be/r6XEuu_auR8  La Operación - Personal Stories https://youtu.be/iND58tv_Ql8  Scenes from La Operación https://youtu.be/tShnkBmoe3Y  Puerto Rican Pill Trials  https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/americanexperience/features/pill-puerto-rico-pill-trials/  Michi’s Tshirt by PROPA  https://www.facebook.com/groups/PROPA2003/?ref=share  The National Black Cultural Information Trust (NBCI Trust)  https://nbcit.org/mission/  Critical disinformation studies: History, power, and politics  https://misinforeview.hks.harvard.edu/article/critical-disinformation-studies-history-power-and-politics/ The Tuskegee Experiment: Crash Course Black American History #29 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=56gqCXlUCoE&ab_channel=CrashCourse  You Know Who Else Opposed Vaccine Mandates? Hitler  https://jacobinmag.com/2021/09/vaccine-mandates-covid-pandemic-german-nazi-inoculation-policy  Anti-vaccine leaders exploit historical fears about the medical establishment.  https://abcnews.go.com/Health/rfk-jrs-york-city-vaccine-forum-highlights-concerns/story?id=66158336 Music  Intro/Outro:  Funky Mama produced by DJ Nihilist Click the links below for more:  https://djnihilistproductions.bandcamp.com/

    2h 32m

  8. 01/23/2022

    Episode 006 - MLK (Full Episode) - Decolonizing A King's Legacy

    In this episode we attempt to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by discussing some of his not-so-popular thoughts and work while acknowledging the "whitewashing" of his true legacy. Please click the link below to find us on all our socials and podcast hosting platforms:     https://linktr.ee/WWIU   If you or someone you know may be struggling with alcohol or other drug use:     New York:  NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports - 24-hour HOPEline: 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text 467369 NYC Well – 24 hour substance use support 1-888-NYC-WELL (1-888-692-9355) New Jersey: Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care Interim Managing Entity (IME) Addictions Access Center For Assistance and a referral to Treatment 1-844-276-2777 Nationwide:  SAMHSA’s National Helpline, 1-800-662-HELP (4357)    Harm Reduction Resources Near You - syringe access, drug education, overdose prevention etc.   https://harmreduction.org/resource-ce Credits:   Martin Luther King Jr. As Democratic Socialist https://www.jstor.org/stable/40015109 Kusaimamekirai's review of "The Radical King" https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/1825754367?book_show_action=false&from_review_page=1 "The Birth of a New Nation," Sermon Delivered at Dexter Avenue Baptist Church https://kinginstitute.stanford.edu/king-papers/documents/birth-new-nation-sermon-delivered-dexter-avenue-baptist-church The Three Evils of Society by Martin Luther King Jr https://www.nwesd.org/ed-talks/equity/the-three-evils-of-society-address-martin-luther-king-jr/ The Three Evils of Society (Audio) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6sT9Hjh0cHM&t=318s&ab_channel=TheMartinLutherKing%2CJr.CenterforNonviolentSocialChange Beyond Vietnam -- A Time to Break Silence by Martin Luther King, Jr. https://www.americanrhetoric.com/speeches/mlkatimetobreaksilence.htm Major King Events Chronology: 1929-1968 https://kinginstitute.stanford.edu/king-resources/major-king-events-chronology-1929-1968 https://cccadi.org/upcoming/2022/1/13/critically-black-dialogue-series-dr-king-the-pan-africanist http://segundaquimbamba.org/about/

    1h 49m
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  • Creator
    The Which Way Is Up Show
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2023
  • Episodes
    26
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    Explicit
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