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All the Things—PNW
by Equity Institute
At long last, Equity Institute presents "All the Things—PNW", a podcast dedicated to all things race, identity, justice, and their function—especially in these uncertain times. Hosted by Erin Jones, Fernell Miller, and Dr. Jen Self, the trio shares their insights/experiences as educators, scholars, activists, parents, women of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals/allies, and global citizens. Here, they hold space for the difficult conversations about all the things that we should've been talking about, but have avoided until now. Tune in on Monday mornings for your weekly dose of "All the Things—PNW".
Episodes
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24. Teacher of the Year
Erin travels to Washington D.C. to celebrate her former student, Brooke Brown, being named the 2021 Washington State teacher of the year. This week’s episode discusses how and why Washington D.C., a predominantly Black community, is underrepresented and underserved by the government. They talk...
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23. Mental Health of Black and Brown Students
Milagros Thompson, a black female in-school counselor, joins the circle this week to share her observations on the declining mental health of her black and brown students—even more so in-person than online. Fernell discusses why online school offered a safer and more accommodating space for many...
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22. What We Do to Love Us
Today’s episode starts with a story from a school district in Newberg, Oregon, where the school board banned displays of flags in classrooms, including the Black Lives Matter flag and all Pride flags. Our hosts discuss the hope represented by these flags and the reason why students need them to...
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22. Hit the Road Jaq
Today on ATT—PNW, we’re talking about how black/brown/LGBTQIA folks move through the world, and the territoriality enforced by white supremacy. Dr. J talks about their weekend surrounded by whiteness, Erin tells the story of why she and her husband are consistently harassed by airport security...
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21. No Going Back
As America's youth heads back to school in-person, many white parents and teachers are relieved at the idea of life returning to normal, despite a worsening pandemic and a nationwide racial reckoning. Meanwhile, Black and Brown folks wonder if the systemic changes promised by educators and...
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20. Humanizing is Radicalizing (ft. The Root of Our Youth!)
Today's episode features The Root of Our Youth, a coalition of middle school through college students who work to achieve racial equity and radical structural reform in education. They gather together, in-person for the first time, and share their experiences working with legislators, doing...
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19. The War on Critical Race Theory
Critical Race Theory has come under political fire in recent media, with Texas Senator Ted Cruz declaring CRT teachings to be "every bit as racist as the Klansmen in white sheets". Erin, Fernell, and Dr. J, three educators and scholars of CRT, debunk false narratives surrounding its principles…
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18. Zaila and the Bee
On July 8, Zaila Avant-Garde made headlines when she became the first Black American to win the Scripps National Spelling Bee. A scholar and an athlete, Zaila's lesser known accomplishments include three Guinness World Records for Basketball. Our hosts discuss why it is that Zaila's academic...
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17. To Mask or Not to Mask
In light of the lifted mask mandate and the rapid disappearance of masks in public spaces, the hosts discuss the ramifications of the lifted restrictions. They discuss the reasons why many black and brown folks will continue to mask up, and contextualize compliance restrictions and safety around...
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16. Black and Brown Gen Z Leaders
Today's ATT—PNW features two very special guests! Michael and Ruba, two leaders of student government at their university, join the trio to discuss the various hurdles that they face as Black and Brown students and the racist structures that they have encountered in higher education.
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15. Juneteenth and the Emancipation Proclamation
In honor of Juneteenth and the liberation of Black individuals, today's episode dives into the specificities of the Emancipation Proclamation. Our hosts break down the "smoke and mirrors" utilized to dismiss the needs of Black Americans and neglect legislative redress of the generational trauma…
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14. Sisterhood Summit
Today, the trio celebrates the success of their first Sisterhood Summit quarterly event. They reflect on what Sisterhood means, while modeling what strong multicultural, multiracial, multigender, and multigenerational relationships look and feel like. Discovering our strengths allows us to…
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13. May Day
May first commemorates International Workers' Day, which celebrates labor rights and the protection of the working class. May first also marks May Day, a spring festival from Ancient Roman times. Erin reminisces on her Alma Mater's mandatory May Day festivities and points out the irony of…
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12. The Right to Comfort
Though the conclusion of the Derek Chauvin trial brought a renewed sense of justice and trust to many white folks, the murders of Daunte Wright and Ma'Khia Bryant at the hands of police brutality contradicted this white comfort. Often, white individuals and institutions place the blame on black...
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11. Aphorisms
Today's ATTPNW begins with a well-known aphorism: "If you can't say anything nice, don't say anything at all". Though harmless at face value, sentiments such as these enable white supremacy and erase the oppressed by weaponizing niceties. The trio delves into the nuances of these aphorisms, and...
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10. Another Holy Trinity: Christ, King, and Floyd
As the world honors the death of a Black man who was killed publicly by police-sanctioned violence, we also acknowledge the anniversary of the death of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.—both on Easter, the day that commemorates christ's resurrection. On this episode, the trio discusses faith, how it...
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9. Paternalism and Individualism
Paternalism, or the practice of controlling less powerful groups for their supposed best interest, and the individualistic nature of White Supremacy Culture are the subject of this installment of "All the Things—PNW". Dr. J, Fernell, and Erin identify the paternalism embedded in whiteness and the...
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8. Sense of Urgency
On this episode of "All the Things—PNW", Erin, Dr. J, and Fernell explore the sense of urgency that white supremacy instills in our culture. From panicked decision-making to conformity, the three friends tackle the toxicity and hypocrisy of a futile sense of urgency.
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7. Defensiveness
Fernell, Erin, and Dr. J take on the topic of defensiveness on today's "All the Things—PNW". They examine the psychology of defensiveness and consider why it is that criticism is always associated with shame in our culture. Drawing on their own experiences, they discuss how to grow and learn from...
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6. Cancel Culture
Today, "All the Things—PNW" dives into the idea of cancel culture. The trio discusses the history of "canceling", radical love, and who is truly silenced when we don't hold abusers of power accountable.
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5. Perfectionism and Either/Or Thinking
Part 2 of our series on the 13 characteristics of white supremacy culture. Today's episode discusses the toxic perfectionism that white supremacy perpetuates, and the fallacy of either/or thinking. The trio shares their experiences with being frozen by the perfectionist white gaze, and their path...
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4. White Supremacy Culture
This chapter of "All the Things—PNW" confronts and engages with whiteness and the ways in which it poisons all of our lives. From the assimilation it forces to the dangers it inflicts, our hosts emphasize telling the truth about white supremacy culture, in order to protect Black folks and heal...
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3. Origin Stories and Finding Each Other
Our third episode! The fantastic three unfold each of their origin stories, remembering how they became their most authentic selves. Racial otherness, gender identity, multiculturalism, academic/athletic excellence—the trio details coming together to do the work and growing together to be a…
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2. Front-runners, Bridges, and Pivoting
Today, the trio reminisces on each of their successful and meaningful athletic careers. Whether it be gymnastics, baseball, basketball, soccer, or life in general, the friends discuss what it means to really show up—especially as women of color and gender-nonconforming individuals. Listen in as...
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1. Bigotry On Blast and Showing Up For Others
Welcome to the first installment of "All the Things—PNW"! In this episode, Erin unpacks a racially-tense altercation with her neighbors. Fernell and Dr. J join in a discussion about how we can be present and support each other in the face of racial abuse and trauma. Music: It Just Makes Me Happy…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
At long last, Equity Institute presents "All the Things—PNW", a podcast dedicated to all things race, identity, justice, and their function—especially in these uncertain times. Hosted by Erin Jones, Fernell Miller, and Dr. Jen Self, the trio shares their insights/experiences as educators, scholars, activists, parents, women of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals/allies, and global citizens. Here, they hold space for the difficult conversations about all the things that we should've been talking about, but have avoided until now. Tune in on Monday mornings for your weekly dose of "All the Things—PNW".
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