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Critical race theory is misrepresented by people who oppose it and misunderstood by those who embrace it.I’d bet money that you don’t know as much as you think you know about critical race theory. I was surprised when I went to the original work of the scholars who created it. In this episode, we clear away the assumptions and we get right at the heart of the matter: What is critical race theory, really? This is part one of a two-part series on critical race theory. Check out CRT 102, the episode where we address modern issues with what CRT has become.Your listen next list:Critical Race Theory 102: Three Important Criticisms You Need to Know on Apple & Spotify Sources:Critical Race Theory: An Introduction by Jean Stefancic and Richard DelgadoCritical Race Theory: Why It Matters and Why You Should Care by Victor RayThe Basic Tenets of Critical Race Theory via BritannicaIntersectionality, Explained by Jane CoastonA Lesson on Critical Race Theory via American Bar AssociationTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.

In this episode, we rethink our entire understanding of privilege. I share some things that may surprise you. I explain that privilege isn't really about privilege, and I teach you how to elevate privilege from a passive reality to an active role.Your listen next list:Important Terms You Should Know (That Are Often Misused) on Apple & SpotifyAll The Stuff No One Ever Taught You About Dr. King on Apple & SpotifySources:White Privilege: Unpacking the Invisible Knapsack by Peggy McIntoshViews About White Privilege Split Sharply Along Racial and Partisan Lines by Pew Research CenterMy mentioned posts on privilege: Privilege isn't ammunition and Some people have a hard time recognizing privilegeTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.

In this episode, I teach you everything you need to know about trigger warnings: what they are, what they aim to do, and what research has to say about it all.Trigger warnings are well-meaning efforts to consider the effects of discussing heavy topics. But study after study has shown that trigger warnings have no positive effect on mental health for anyone, let alone people experiencing PTSD. Trigger warnings are a direct violation of what psychologists teach us about trauma, harm, and healing. This episode is a brief, intriguing look at how I came to the conclusion that trigger warnings do more harm than good.Sources:What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy? By the American Psychological AssociationWhat if Trigger Warnings Don’t Work? by Jeannie Suk GersenThe Coddling of the American Mind by Greg Lukianoff and Jonathan HaidtWhy Trigger Warnings are Really So Controversial, Explained by Libby NelsonRemembering Trauma by Richard McNallyYour listen next list:Tone Policing: Problematic Prejudice or Reasonable Request for Respect? on Apple & SpotifyImportant Terms You Should Know (That Are Often Misused) on Apple & SpotifyTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.

Racism (as I’m speaking of it here) is a problem of hatred. But what do we do when things are not-totally-racist-but-still-not-great? When the problem is apathy rather than malice, we have a case of racial insensitivity.In this episode, I teach you how to identify the root issue so you can respond well. Apathy and hatred are similar, but they are opposite issues. Different problems need to be met with different solutions.Your listen next list:We're Getting Privilege All Wrong on Apple & SpotifyImportant Terms You Should Know (That Are Often Misused) on Apple & SpotifyTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.

I'm sharing my story, including some things you probably don't know about me. I tell you about the mistakes I've made, the lessons I've learned, and the breakthrough that led me to overcome fear and anger. I'm sharing my story so you can learn how to live a better life (with an unshakeable peace) and make a bigger impact (with confidence and courage to do the hard things).Referenced: The Coddling of the American Mind by Greg Lukianoff and Jonathan HaidtYour listen next list:Why Trigger Warnings Are Controversial (And Even Counterproductive) on Apple & SpotifyWhy I Don't Want to be Called a Victim of Racism on Apple & SpotifyTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.