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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 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.

May 23, 2023 • 13min
55. White Privilege 101: How Even Well-Meaning People Get it Wrong
In this quick episode, you'll learn about the surprising origins of the term white privilege, how even the most well-meaning people get it wrong, and a new way to think about identity. What are you waiting for?Mentioned:We're Getting Privilege All Wrong on Apple & SpotifyA Teachable Moment for White Allies on Apple & SpotifyUnpacking the Invisible Knapsack, Peggy McIntoshTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.

May 18, 2023 • 17min
54. What Actually Counts as Cultural Appropriation?
Why is cultural appropriation such a controversial topic? How are opinions on cultural appropriation changing in recent years? What actually counts as cultural appropriation? Are you guilty of it? In this episode, I answer all of the most pressing questions, equipping you with the clear guidance you're looking for. Your listen next list:Why Colorism Is Just As Serious As Racism on Apple & SpotifyDebunking The Model Minority Myth 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 16, 2023 • 22min
53. Exposing the Lies That Make Us Fragile (And The Truth About Resilience)
I’m finally addressing the most common objection I get by far. When I tell people to lean in to tough conversations, the objection is always this: But what about boundaries for the sake of my well-being? My answer might shock you, but I’m convinced that our boundaries are doing us more harm than good. Your listen next list:Why Trigger Warnings Are Controversial (And Even Counterproductive) on Apple & SpotifyCritical Race Theory 102: Three Important Criticisms You Need to Know on Apple & SpotifyyWhy I Hate "Safe Spaces" (And Why I Love Them Too) 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 11, 2023 • 24min
52. Don't Tell Me About Your Racist Friend: A Teachable Moment for White Allies
Why do white people tell the person of color in their life about the racism they witness? This behavior is probably an attempt to look for guidance, but it plays out as self-seeking and inconsiderate. Listen in as I talk through this situation and offer you a unique perspective. Your listen next list: When & How To Talk With People of Color About Race on Apple & SpotifyHow Should We Respond to Tragic Current Events? 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 9, 2023 • 17min
51. Why White People Are So Bad at Telling Non-White People Apart
Why do white people have a hard time telling people of color apart? Is this racist? Even people of color say that all white people look the same. In this episode, we look to research for clear answers on the cause and the solution.Your listen next list:Important Terms You Should Know (That Are Often Misused) on Apple & SpotifyWhy Colorism Is Just As Serious As Racism on Apple & SpotifySource: NYT, The Science Behind "They All Look Alike to Me"To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.

May 4, 2023 • 21min
50. Learn Critical Race Theory in 20 Min: The 5 Basic Ideas 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?Critical Race Theory 101: The 5 Basic Ideas You Need to Know on Apple & SpotifyCritical Race Theory 102: Three Important Criticisms You Need to Know on Apple & SpotifySource: Encyclopedia Britannica, Critical race theory (CRT) To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.

May 2, 2023 • 27min
49. The Stuff No One Ever Taught You About the Cancel Culture Debate
Is canceling a thing, or is it just plain accountability? Is cancel culture even real? How should people be held accountable for past racism? In this episode, I teach you the most important concepts on both sides of the debate. Time, Cancel Culture Is Not Real—At Least Not in the Way People ThinkTED Talk, Jonathan Haidt: The Moral Roots of Liberals and ConservativesTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head tohttps://patreon.com/MarieBeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head tohttps://mariebeecham.com.


