Know Better Do Better

Jul 02 2024 150 ep. 26 mins 131

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Know Better Do Better makes it easy for you to get informed about race.

It's hosted by Marie Beecham, a writer and speaker who has shared her fresh take on antiracism with millions. Her unique point of view will draw you in and send you off better equipped and inspired to make a difference.

Interesting, insightful episodes on racial equity every Tuesday and Thursday.

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149. Saying Goodbye (& Some Brief Thoughts on The Fourth of July)

Jul 02 2024 17 mins

This episode is a goodbye, at least for now. (And it's also a few quick words on The Fourth of July, since that feels relevant.) I'll miss ya dearly. If you want to keep hearing from Marie each week, head to patreon.com/mariebeech for a new article in your inbox every Friday. Related episode: The War Within Antiracism: Why the Movement is Divided on Apple & SpotifyIf you're not

148. Most White People Are Only Friends With White People

Jun 27 2024 33 mins

A concerning op-ed revealed that “three quarters of white people don’t have any non-white friends.” Why is this? What are the most shocking stats? And what should you do?This is a new, updated version of one of the most popular episodes. I've filled it out with more context, more info, and answers to the questions that you sent in. Related episodes:Diversifying Your Social Ci

147. What Actually Counts as Cultural Appropriation?

Jun 25 2024 18 mins

Why is cultural appropriation such a controversial topic? How are opinions on cultural appropriation changing in recent years? What actually counts as cultural appropriation? Are you guilty of it?This episode has been pulled from the archives. I answer all of the most pressing questions and offer clear guidance. Enjoy.To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.co

146. Stereotype Threat 101: How Antiracists Unintentionally Amplify The Impacts of Racism

Jun 20 2024 25 mins

There is a way that we are unintentionally amplifying the negative impacts of racism. Some of our most celebrated methods of antiracism are provoking a little thing called stereotype threat. Okay, so it's actually a big thing, and it's very bad news for people of color. I explain all that in the episode and reveal the surprising way we can correct course. This is a new, updated ver

145. Systemic Racism 101: What It Is, How It's Often Misused, & Why It's Controversial

Jun 18 2024 26 mins

A clear, concise lesson on what systemic racism actually is. What is the full definition of racism? Why do I take issue with how I hear people using the term systemic racism? And how do you avoid that common mistake? I've got you covered.This is a new, updated version of one of the most popular episodes.Mentioned: Biased by Dr. Jennifer EberhadtRelated episodes:Should We Embrace Ra

144. Juneteenth 101 — All the Stuff No One Ever Taught You

Jun 13 2024 29 mins

Learn the complicated origin of Juneteenth, get informed about the best terms to use, and gain clarity on what Juneteenth means for us today.This episode is a new, update version of previous releases related to Juneteenth.Related episodes:Slavery— All the Stuff No One Ever Taught on Apple and SpotifyThe Forgotten Period of Unbelievable Racial Progress: Reconstruction on Apple and

143. A Comprehensive Deep-Dive on CRT — Everything You Need to Know

Jun 11 2024 68 mins

I’d bet money that you don’t know as much as you think you know about critical race theory. I was surprised when I went to the original work of the scholars who created it.In this episode, we clear away the assumptions and we get right at the heart of the matter: What is critical race theory, really? And why is it so controversial?This is a new, updated version of one of the ea

142. Intersectionality in 30 Min: How it Originated, Gained Popularity, & Has Rapidly Changed

Jun 06 2024 32 mins

Consider this Intersectionality 101. Learn about the origins of intersectional theory, how intersectionality gained widespread attention, what critics take issue with, and why it matters.This episode has been pulled from the archives and given a fresh twist.Related episodes:Should We Embrace Race or Move Past It? It's Complicated. on Apple and SpotifyAntiracism 101: 3 Basic Ideas Y

141. White Allies, You Need a New Way to Think About Whiteness

Jun 04 2024 30 mins

White people often make sense of their racial identity by thinking of themselves as an oppressor or savior. But these flawed core beliefs don’t translate into much.To gain a better view of yourself and other white people, you need a healthier way to make sense of white identity.This episode has been pulled from the archives and given a fresh twist.Related episodes Dissecting Robi

140. My Story

May 30 2024 43 mins

Now that we're a year and a half into this thing, I figured it's about time I revist my story and share details I never have before. I open up about my hardships, my radical transformations, my plentiful mistakes, and how I got to where I am now.Don't miss this rare, unguarded episode — it'll probably be another two years before I decide to be this open again. Kidding. Well, only