Conscious Anti-Racism

Episode 126: Gladys H. DeClouet

How can today's leaders continue to do equity work despite our current political climate? In this series on healthcare and social disparities, Dr. Jill Wener, a board-certified Internal Medicine specialist, anti-racism educator, meditation expert, and tapping practitioner, interviews experts and gives her own insights into multiple fields relating to social justice and anti-racism. In this episode, Jill interviews Gladys H. DeClouet, author of A Layered Life: Breaking Barriers as a Trailblazing Black Woman in Corporate America. Their discussion focused on the necessary steps for a Black woman to shatter the corporate glass ceiling and the fundamental business success implications of making every individual feel valued and appreciated in the workplace. They explored strategies to counteract the current climate that weaponizes DEI, emphasizing how to continue crucial equity work and highlight the undeniable benefits of fostering genuinely diverse teams. Gladys H. DeClouet is a former senior executive with an exceptional record of running multi-billion-dollar businesses. She forged a pioneer path through the oil and restaurant industries. She led divisions at major corporations, such as British Petroleum, Burger King, and Jack in the Box, to financial growth and strategic success. Gladys began her professional career with Conoco Oil as the first female engineer in offshore oil and gas exploration and production and continued to open doors as the first female or first Black female to achieve positions throughout her career. Gladys is a respected leader, recognized for her integrity and ability to attract and develop superior and diverse teams. She is passionate about mentoring and sharing her knowledge and experience with others. LINKS www.gladysdeclouet.com [http://www.gladysdeclouet.com/] ** Our website www.consciousantiracism.com [http://www.consciousantiracism.com/] You can learn more about Dr. Wener and her online meditation and tapping courses at www.jillwener.com [https://www.jillwener.com/], and you can learn more about her online social justice course, Conscious Anti Racism: Tools for Self-Discovery, Accountability, and Meaningful Change at https://theresttechnique.com/courses/conscious-anti-racism [https://theresttechnique.com/courses/conscious-anti-racism]. If you're a healthcare worker looking for a CME-accredited course, check out Conscious Anti-Racism: Tools for Self-Discovery, Accountability, and Meaningful Change in Healthcare at www.theresttechnique.com/courses/conscious-anti-racism-healthcare [https://www.theresttechnique.com/courses/conscious-anti-racism-healthcare] Follow her on: Instagram at jillwenerMD [http://www.instagram.com/jillwenerMD] LinkedIn at http://www.linkedin.com/in/jill-wener-md-682746125/jillwenermd [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillwenermd/]

Episode 125: Lindsey Cormack

How do we hold a government accountable when we don't like the outcomes? As citizens, where do we have the greatest influence or impact on the government? In this series on healthcare and social disparities, Dr. Jill Wener, a board-certified Internal Medicine specialist, anti-racism educator, meditation expert, and tapping practitioner, interviews experts and gives her own insights into multiple fields relating to social justice and anti-racism. In this episode, Jill interviews Lindsey Cormack, PhD, an associate professor of Political Science and Director of the Diplomacy Lab at Stevens Institute of Technology.  Listen for Lindsey’s take on the topic of the importance of engaging in politics at a local and state level, not just the federal level. They also discussed the importance of teaching children the tools to engage in their government in an effective way. Lindsey Cormack is an associate professor of Political Science and Director of the Diplomacy Lab at Stevens Institute of Technology. She has authored two books, How to Raise a Citizen (And Why it’s Up to You to Do It) and Congress and U.S. Veterans: From the GI Bill to the VA Crisis. She created and maintains the digital database of all official Congress-to-constituent e-newsletters at www.dcinbox.com. She earned her PhD in Government from New York University. She currently serves as the Secretary for Manhattan Community Board 8. LINKS www.howtoraiseacitizen.com [www.howtoraiseacitizen.com] @howtoraiseacitizen [https://www.instagram.com/howtoraiseacitizen] - instagram ** Our website www.consciousantiracism.com [http://www.consciousantiracism.com/] You can learn more about Dr. Wener and her online meditation and tapping courses at www.jillwener.com [https://www.jillwener.com/], and you can learn more about her online social justice course, Conscious Anti Racism: Tools for Self-Discovery, Accountability, and Meaningful Change at https://theresttechnique.com/courses/conscious-anti-racism [https://theresttechnique.com/courses/conscious-anti-racism]. If you're a healthcare worker looking for a CME-accredited course, check out Conscious Anti-Racism: Tools for Self-Discovery, Accountability, and Meaningful Change in Healthcare at www.theresttechnique.com/courses/conscious-anti-racism-healthcare [https://www.theresttechnique.com/courses/conscious-anti-racism-healthcare] Join her Conscious Anti-Racism facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/307196473283408 [https://www.facebook.com/groups/307196473283408/] Follow her on: Instagram at jillwenerMD [http://www.instagram.com/jillwenerMD] LinkedIn at http://www.linkedin.com/in/jill-wener-md-682746125/jillwenermd [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillwenermd/]

Episode 124: Joy Stephenson-Laws

How can we empower kids to speak up about abuse? How do you teach kids to communicate feelings about body sensations in their own language? In this series on healthcare and social disparities, Dr. Jill Wener, a board-certified Internal Medicine specialist, anti-racism educator, meditation expert, and tapping practitioner, interviews experts and gives her own insights into multiple fields relating to social justice and anti-racism. In this episode, Jill interviews Joy Stephenson-Laws, author of Secrets That Sparkle (and Secrets That Sting). This book is a resource for parents, educators, and therapists to start early conversations about body autonomy, unsafe touch, and emotional trust, all in a way that’s age-appropriate and empowering. Dr. Jill and Joy talk about the importance of teaching kids to communicate when they're not feeling safe. Joy Stephenson-Laws is a wellness visionary and founder of pH Labs, a national nonprofit delivering cutting-edge, science-based education and tools for optimal health and well-being. As a healthcare attorney, health advocate, and certified life coach, Joy focuses on the integration of mind, emotion, body, and spirit to help people flourish. LINKS secretsthatsparkle.com [http://secretsthatsparkle.com] Instagram: @secretsthatsparkle [https://www.instagram.com/secretsthatsparkle] ** Our website www.consciousantiracism.com [http://www.consciousantiracism.com/] You can learn more about Dr. Wener and her online meditation and tapping courses at www.jillwener.com [https://www.jillwener.com/], and you can learn more about her online social justice course, Conscious Anti Racism: Tools for Self-Discovery, Accountability, and Meaningful Change at https://theresttechnique.com/courses/conscious-anti-racism [https://theresttechnique.com/courses/conscious-anti-racism]. If you're a healthcare worker looking for a CME-accredited course, check out Conscious Anti-Racism: Tools for Self-Discovery, Accountability, and Meaningful Change in Healthcare at www.theresttechnique.com/courses/conscious-anti-racism-healthcare [https://www.theresttechnique.com/courses/conscious-anti-racism-healthcare] Join her Conscious Anti-Racism facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/307196473283408 [https://www.facebook.com/groups/307196473283408/] Follow her on: Instagram at jillwenerMD [http://www.instagram.com/jillwenerMD] LinkedIn at http://www.linkedin.com/in/jill-wener-md-682746125/jillwenermd [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillwenermd/]

Episode 123: Zahra Amanpour

What is the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI)? How can people in the West support the movement for a free and democratic Iran? How does the Iranian regime use chaos and violence to gain power? In this series on healthcare and social disparities, Dr. Jill Wener, a board-certified Internal Medicine specialist, anti-racism educator, meditation expert, and tapping practitioner, interviews experts and gives her own insights into multiple fields relating to social justice and anti-racism. In this episode, Jill interviews Zahra Amanpour, a human rights advocate. They discussed the movement for freedom and equality and women's rights in Iran and ways to support the movement. They also looked at how the current Iranian regime uses chaos and violence to sow discord within Iran and also around the world. Zahra Amanpour is a lifelong human rights advocate and a proud supporter of the Iranian Resistance movement. As a Board Member of the Women’s Freedom Forum, Zahra works to amplify the voices of women fighting for their rights under repressive regimes and to shine a global light on their stories of resistance. Zahra continues to advocate for justice through every facet of her life. In the United States, she channels this commitment into economic empowerment, working to build a more equitable economy for underserved communities. Over the past two decades, she has helped thousands of individuals reclaim their economic agency and future. She currently resides in the New York area with her husband and two children and finds joy in music, nature, and discovering new corners of the world. LINKS @womenncri_en [https://www.instagram.com/womenncri_en]

Episode 122: Eva Posner

How can we get ourselves out of the current political situation? What is the political industrial complex? In this series on healthcare and social disparities, Dr. Jill Wener, a board-certified Internal Medicine specialist, anti-racism educator, meditation expert, and tapping practitioner, interviews experts and gives her own insights into multiple fields relating to social justice and anti-racism. In this episode, Jill interviews Eva Posner, an award-winning political consultant. They elaborated on the importance of making politics people-driven rather than money-driven and resources to support local campaigns that make real change in our country.  Eva opened Evinco Strategies in 2016 to focus on electing candidates who increase representation in government — specializing in first-time candidates from diverse backgrounds who face barriers in traditional campaigns, as well as issue campaigns that tackle systemic injustice. Eva is passionate about social and criminal justice, local and state-level campaigns, diverse representation in politics, and training the next generation of political operatives. Prior to her work in politics, Eva worked as a journalist, with a focus on government and human trafficking. She earned her bachelor’s degree in journalism from the University of Tennessee. LINKS www.evincostrategies.com [https://www.evincostrategies.com/] ** Our website www.consciousantiracism.com [http://www.consciousantiracism.com/] You can learn more about Dr. Wener and her online meditation and tapping courses at www.jillwener.com [https://www.jillwener.com/], and you can learn more about her online social justice course, Conscious Anti Racism: Tools for Self-Discovery, Accountability, and Meaningful Change at https://theresttechnique.com/courses/conscious-anti-racism [https://theresttechnique.com/courses/conscious-anti-racism]. If you're a healthcare worker looking for a CME-accredited course, check out Conscious Anti-Racism: Tools for Self-Discovery, Accountability, and Meaningful Change in Healthcare at www.theresttechnique.com/courses/conscious-anti-racism-healthcare [https://www.theresttechnique.com/courses/conscious-anti-racism-healthcare] Join her Conscious Anti-Racism facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/307196473283408 [https://www.facebook.com/groups/307196473283408/] Follow her on: Instagram at jillwenerMD [http://www.instagram.com/jillwenerMD] LinkedIn at http://www.linkedin.com/in/jill-wener-md-682746125/jillwenermd [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillwenermd/]