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Marie Beecham
A better kind of antiracism. Brought to you by Marie Beecham — a writer and speaker who shares her practical knowledge, applicable insights, and fresh perspective on race.For access to exclusive new episodes every week, beome a member today.
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Jun 27, 2023 • 26min
65. Prejudice in Policing— The Part No One Understands
In this episode, you'll gain new insights into the pyschology of policing, and you'll learn how a super common antiracism effort actually backfires. Just completely and totally backfires. Your listen next list:Do You Know the Shocking Hidden Impact of Stereotypes? on Apple & SpotifyWe Need to Talk About Racism in the Criminal Justice System on Apple & SpotifyMentioned: Biased by Dr. Jennifer EberhardtTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.

Jun 22, 2023 • 28min
64. How Fear of Looking Racist Actually Makes You Look Racist
Ironically, fear of looking racist actually makes you more likely to discriminate against people of color. When we feel that we may be seen as prejudiced, we make choices that are... ironic, to say the least. But hey, when you know better, you do better. Learn how this plays out and what you can do about it.Previous episodes in this series:Do You Know the Shocking Hidden Impact of Stereotypes? on Apple & SpotifyHow Antiracists Unintentionally Amplify the Impacts of Racism on Apple & SpotifyMentioned: Whistling Vivaldi by Dr. Claude SteeleBiased by Dr. Jennifer EberhardtFailures of Integration by Sheryll CashinTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.

Jun 20, 2023 • 20min
63. The Surprising Reason We Discriminate So Easily: Self-Esteem
Though you may not realize it, your prejudices actually serve to maintain your self-esteem. Learn the fascinating research and gain a better understanding of your mind, your prejudices, and what to do about them.Your listen next list:How to Become Less Prejudiced on Apple & SpotifyWe're Getting Privilege All Wrong on Apple & SpotifyEarlier episodes in this series: All The Stuff No One Ever Taught You About Stereotypes on Apple & SpotifyHow Antiracists Unintentionally Amplify the Impacts of Racism on Apple & SpotifyMentioned: Whistling Vivaldi by Dr. Claude Steele; Jane Elliott Documentary, Eye of the Storm (1970)To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.

Jun 15, 2023 • 16min
62. Juneteenth— All the Stuff No One Ever Taught You
Learn the complicated origin of Juneteenth, get informed about the recent controversy surrounding the holiday, and gain clarity on what Juneteenth means for us today.Your listen next list: The Racial Wealth Gap Has Hardly Budged Since 1963 on Apple & SpotifyShould White People Do Diversity Work? on Apple & SpotifyMentioned:We Need to Talk About Racism in the Criminal Justice System on Apple & SpotifyWhat does Juneteenth Really Mean? by Sean CollinsThe New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander; 13thTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.

Jun 13, 2023 • 16min
61. Common Terms I Stopped Using (And What I Say Instead)
In light of Juneteenth, you might want to rethink these common terms that are sure to come up. I'll help you understand the impact of your words by sharing a new perspective on old words that you probably don't think twice about.Mentioned:Important Terms You Should Know (That Are Often Misused) on Apple & Spotify“He’s Bl– um… African American” You Can Say Black on Apple & SpotifyDon't Keep Us Confined to Victimhood: A New Way to See PoC 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.

Jun 8, 2023 • 23min
60. What People of Color Need from Their White Friends (PART 2 - Q&A)
In this episode, I share a couple simple practices that will help you navigate conflict in interracial friendships and prevent it before it starts. If you're wanting to avoid common mistakes and maintain healthy relationships, I've got you covered.Your listen next lisst:What People of Color Need From Their White Friends Apple & SpotifyDiversity Is Something, But It's Not Everything on Apple & SpotifyWhen & How To Talk With People of Color About Race 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.

Jun 6, 2023 • 21min
59. How Antiracists Unintentionally Amplify The Impacts of Racism
There is a way that we are unintentionally amplifying the negative impacts of racism. Learn what the achilles heel in the antiracism movement is and how to treat it. MentionedHow You Should Respond to "I Don't See Color" on Apple & SpotifyA Teachable Moment for White Allies on Apple & SpotifyYour listen next list:Don't Keep Us Confined to Victimhood: A New Way to See PoC on Apple & SpotifyWhy Trigger Warnings Are Controversial (And Even Counterproductive) 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.

Jun 1, 2023 • 17min
58. How Stereotypes Play Out As A Self-Fulfilling Prophecy
This form of prejudice is so far-reaching, it affects marginalized people from the inside out. Tragically, the impacts are far worse than we realize. In this episode, you'll learn all the stuff no one ever taught you about stereotypes.Your listen next list:Learn Critical Race Theory in 20 Minutes on Apple & SpotifyWhy Colorism Is Just As Serious As Racism on Apple & SpotifyMentioned: Whistling Vivaldi by Dr. Claude SteeleTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.

May 30, 2023 • 26min
57. White Allies, You Need To Change How You Think About Whiteness
White people often make sense of their racial identity by thinking of themselves as an oppressor or savior. But these flawed core beliefs don’t translate into action. You need a better way to make sense of white identity. I give you guidance so you can gain a better view of yourself and other white people.Mentioned:Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria? By Dr. Beverly Daniel-TatumThe New Jim Crow by Michelle AlexanderShould White People Feel Guilty About Racism? on Apple & SpotifyWe're Getting Privilege All Wrong 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.

May 25, 2023 • 34min
56. Opening Up About Virality, Success, and My Biggest Regrets
It's story time. I get personal with the details of going viral, the mistakes that brought me success, my fear of being canceled, and chasing the approval of others. Even though the specifics of my story are unique, I'm sharing about struggles and fears that I'm sure you can relate to.Mentioned:Polarization Ruins Everything, But Not In The Way You Think on Apple & SpotifyWhy We're Polarized by Ezra KleinThe Ugly Truth About News Media on Apple & SpotifyExposing the Lies That Make Us Fragile (And The Truth About Resilience) 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.


