Jun 09 2022 46 mins
What does the work look like to be a better ally to marginalized groups, to recognize harmful behaviour - not just in others, but in yourself too? You might sense that there’s been a real shift in awareness over the last couple years, especially throughout the pandemic. Luckily for us, we have educators like Benjy Kusi to help navigate the many nuances that exist in these spaces.
Benjy is an inclusion and well-being consultant who has gained a massive online following helping people unpack microaggressions, racism, homophobia, gender identity, and a ton of other very important and layered conversations. The ones that even the most well-intentioned people may shy away from because of the complex and vulnerable nature of these topics. But people gravitate to Benjy’s content because he takes these complex issues and brilliantly breaks things down in a way that’s easy to grasp. In a world that’s become quick to cancel, Benjy invites us to both learn and unlearn with accountability, grace, and kindness. I had the privilege to chat with Benjy early this year, and am so excited for you to hear more of his insight.
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Lessons to My Younger Self team
Technical Producer: Chris Luis
Sound Design: Adam Kecskemeti
Hosted and Produced by: Sam East
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