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EPISODE · Feb 26, 2017 · 58 MIN

wildcard: 5 Shocking Facts That Affect Your Life Today

from What We Should Have Learned in School with Amy Leo · host AMY LEO

"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world."-Nelson Mandela Join Amy from AmyLeo.com as she speaks with social change agent Debby Irving. Tune in for a truly transformative exploration based on some shocking historical facts (not opinions) regarding the topics of social justice and systemic inequality. In this episode, you will learn the real history behind the G.I. Bill, social security, redlining, affirmative action, mass incarceration, and more! How does this affect you? With more knowledge, you will be better equipped to make a real difference in our society, instead of innocently perpetuating the status quo. For instance, after listening to today's show, you will be better prepared to answer questions like "Why Should I Care?". Learn more at www.debbyiriving.com and don't forget to pick up Debby's book "Waking Up White" here: http://www.debbyirving.com/the-book/ --- Other resources mentioned: Books: The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson Songs available on iTunes, Spotify, etc. White Privilege by Macklemore Black and White Thinking by Amy Leo Other projects: One Solution, www.onesolutionglobal.org You Are Not So Smart, https://youarenotsosmart.com ( For Backfire Effect & Confirmation Bias Research) 🌿 Mindful Money <-- Amy's new exciting intiative to reduce stress, shame, and overwhelm...think retreats, trips, one-on-one chats where we start to make money fun-ish together 📺 YouTube  🎵 Spotify <-- Amy Leo also writes and creates uplifting songs 👀

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"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world."-Nelson Mandela Join Amy from AmyLeo.com as she speaks with social change agent Debby Irving. Tune in for a truly transformative exploration based on some shocking historical facts (not opinions) regarding the topics of social justice and systemic inequality. In this episode, you will learn the real history behind the G.I. Bill, social security, redlining, affirmative action, mass incarceration, and more! Ho...

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