The Realities of Race

Discussion: The Intersections of the BIPOC the and LGBT+ Community

Hey all! It's been awhile...welcome to Ep. 9 of The Realities of Race! In this episode, A recent graduate of Augsburg University, Terrence Shambley and I dig deep into the complexities of being people of color and a part of the LGBTQIA+ Community. I learned a lot and think you will, too. Enjoy! Thank you, Terrence for being willing to share your story and experiences! It was great having you!

Q&A: Questions About Race You’ve Been Nervous to Ask

Welcome to Ep. 8 of The Realities of Race! In this episode we go deep and answer the questions that you all sent in about race. Thank you so much to everyone who sent questions in. This was so fun and could not have been created without you! Hope you enjoy!

How to Be an Ally to the Black Community Right Now

Hello everyone, please use these resources below to read more about what happened, sign the petition, and be an ally to the Black community. Information on the Event [https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/daunte-wright-was-stopped-expired-plates-driving-while-black-may-n1263878] Petition for Justice for Daunte Wright [https://www.change.org/p/justice-for-daunte-wright?recruiter=72044743&recruited_by_id=fd62abdb-3e52-4e9e-8ada-ebf24bea4882] A template for how to reach out to a friend who is affected by this: Hey [their name], I just wanted to say I'm thinking about you with what happened to Daunte Wright in Brooklyn Center. I'm so sorry you have to watch these awful and unjust events. Know that I'm thinking of you and I'm always here if you need anything.

A Quick Hello and Podcast Update

Hello all, I hope everyone is well! If you have anything you want to talk about or hear about on the podcast, let me know and we can make it happen. Also, if anyone in MN needs help making an appointment for the vaccine, reach out to me and I can help make one for you! Thank you all for your endless support.

How to Be an Ally for Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders Right Now

Hi everyone! Thank you so much for listening to this episode. During this time especially, I think it's really important to show support to those of the AAPI community. Here are some resources if you are interested. Resources on how to be an ally for the AAPI Community:   https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/2021/03/17/violence-against-asians-on-the-rise-how-be-ally-to-community-amid-racism/4730202001/ [https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/2021/03/17/violence-against-asians-on-the-rise-how-be-ally-to-community-amid-racism/4730202001/] https://www.instagram.com/p/CMhnjXxH7wq/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link [https://www.instagram.com/p/CMhnjXxH7wq/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link] https://www.nbcnews.com/news/asian-america/anti-racism-resources-support-asian-american-pacific-islander-community-n1260467 [https://www.nbcnews.com/news/asian-america/anti-racism-resources-support-asian-american-pacific-islander-community-n1260467] List of Places to Donate To [https://nymag.com/strategist/article/where-to-donate-to-help-asian-communities-2021.html] A great Chinese Restaurant in St. Paul, MN - https://www.facebook.com/China-Chef-Restaurant-166671613447602/ [https://www.facebook.com/China-Chef-Restaurant-166671613447602/] Background on Atlanta Shooting  [https://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/16/us/atlanta-shootings-massage-parlor.html] General Education Resources:  Podcast around stereotypes of Asian Americans [https://selfevidentshow.com] https://people.com/human-interest/asian-american-violence-on-the-rise-aapi-organizations-to-donate-to/ [https://people.com/human-interest/asian-american-violence-on-the-rise-aapi-organizations-to-donate-to/] https://www.cnbc.com/2021/03/17/leaders-call-for-support-of-asian-americans-after-atlanta-shootings.html [https://www.cnbc.com/2021/03/17/leaders-call-for-support-of-asian-americans-after-atlanta-shootings.html]