Exponential Crises

This week the Drs discuss the ongoing uncertainty of corporate and government DEI programs, the hypocrisy present in claims of free speech (for whom, exactly?), and how equity and inclusion are lenses through which we should address weather disaster preparation and evacuation.Word of the Week [2:18]: Disproportionality: Dr. Lisa defines how "disproportionality" and "disparity" help us to understand how different identity groups have different outcomes in similar conditions. Phase 1 [6:58]: Wait and See: Out of frustration, Dr. Shaunna talks about a recent pattern of potential clients pausing DEI programs until the U.S. Presidential Election results are reported. It's unclear the reason for this, but the hosts explore why and how to work with these organizations moving forward. Phase 2 [19:30]: Whose Free Speech?: Claims of free speech rights come from all points on the political spectrum. But even though this is a universal right, it is often applied disproportionately. Given the experiences of January 6th, 2021, it would be natural to worry about the limits of free speech claims when the general public is endangered as an outcome of the upcoming election.Phase 3 [34:18]: Evacuation Situations: BIPOC communities usually absorb the brunt of severe weather and that is no different during this hurricane season. Dr. Shaunna considers how flippantly evacuations are encouraged with little regard for a person’s ability to evacuate. Many residents of coastal or low-lying areas are disproportionately affected by climate change, but don't always have the discretionary means to leave.Referenced in the show:Hurricane Milton: what does it actually take to evacuate during a weather crisis? The GuardianWhy many people stay put when a hurricane is coming: NPR