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Comfortable Discomfort

by Mary A

Often, as humans we tend to not want to have the difficult conversations, but they are needed. I want to take you on the journey of beginning to become comfortable so as a society we can begin to change.

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Episodes

  1. one year later, what’s changed what hasn’t changed

    In this episode, we are coming back in full swing with an episode with more of reflective tone. Reflecting on what’s changed, what hasn’t changed. Discussing the move to make Juneteenth a federal holiday. Happening right here, right now on Comfortable Discomfort.

  2. Special Episode:Me as a Leader

    In this episode we are switching things up a little and talking about my leadership journey. We are going to talk about a couple different texts and the things I pulled away. Then where do I see myself? What do I take with me?

  3. Becoming:Part Two

    Welcome to the final part of a special two part series on Michelle Obama’s Becoming. In this part we will wrap up Becoming Us, dive into Becoming More, and I will share any final remarks. As always keep becoming comfortable with the uncomfortable.

  4. Becoming: Part One

    The first part of a special two part series on Michelle Obama’s Becoming. It is a reflection of the book and who we are becoming. I’m excited to be back and enjoy this special episode!

  5. The Last Branch: Cultural Appropriation

    Welcome to the last branch! This episode, we will be discussing cultural appropriation. There is a difference between cultural appropriation and appreciation, even exchange. Can black culture even be exchanged if we aren’t seen as equal in society? Breaking that down, right here, right now.

  6. The Second to Last Branch:The N-Word

    We are winding down the season with one of the very last branches, The N-Word. Who is allowed to say it? Is the N-Word Pass actually a thing? Reclaiming it Back? Breaking it all down in this episode, right here right now.

  7. First to Last Branch: Colorism

    This week, we are discussing a prominent issue in the black community and that is colorism. Colorism is an issue that often pits black people against each other and in this episode we begin to break that down.

  8. A Different Branch: Mass Incarceration

    This week, we are back to working through the tree and we will be breaking down mass incarceration in the United States. Black people are disproportionately present in prisons and it’s an issue that needs to be more widely talked about

  9. Why is July 4th Problematic for Black People?

    This week is a special episode diverging a little bit away from the tree I am working from to discuss something very important. And that is July 4th and why it can be problematic and hurtful to black Americans.

  10. Yet Another Branch:Implicit Bias and its Consequences

    In this episode I will tackle by myself the subject of implicit bias. I will give you a definition, tell you some stories, and I hope to show you the role that implicit bias plays in black maternal mortality and the lack of black healthcare professionals.

  11. Another Branch: White Privilege

    In this episode we will be discussing yet another branch, White privilege. We will be delving into how it can propel ignorance and how it’s acknowledgement and awareness can be used to help amplify black voices. With special guests, Nzana and Ella.

  12. A Branch: Police Brutality

    Welcome back to another episode of Comfortable Discomfort this season we are tackling A Tree. This episode we will start with our first branch, police brutality. Not necessarily a direct result of the root, but still an important one to talk about, Police Brutality. Joined by special guests, this...

  13. The Root:White Supremacy

    In this episode, we discuss the root of it all, White Supremacy. In order to understand the tree we must first understand the root. Thank you so much watching

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Often, as humans we tend to not want to have the difficult conversations, but they are needed. I want to take you on the journey of beginning to become comfortable so as a society we can begin to change.

HOSTED BY

Mary A

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How many episodes does Comfortable Discomfort have?

Comfortable Discomfort currently has 13 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is Comfortable Discomfort about?

Often, as humans we tend to not want to have the difficult conversations, but they are needed. I want to take you on the journey of beginning to become comfortable so as a society we can begin to change.

How often does Comfortable Discomfort release new episodes?

Comfortable Discomfort has 13 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

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Who hosts Comfortable Discomfort?

Comfortable Discomfort is created and hosted by Mary A.
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