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The Arrogance of Ableism
In this episode, Jill discusses how whiteness intersects with ableism, and how what we think is ‘normal’ is the lens through which we experience the world and interact with others.
Defining Cultural Competence, Humility, and Safety with Dr. Raj Sundar
In this episode, Jill interviews Dr. Raj Sundar, a family physician and community organizer. They discuss what healthcare professionals can do to improve cultural safety and in what ways they might be unknowingly causing harm in their patient care.
What Is Whiteness?
In this episode, Jill discusses whiteness. She shares some of her own experiences as she discusses the importance of examining one’s own whiteness and how whiteness impacts the world around us - on an interpersonal and a systemic level.
How Everyone Benefits From Equity with Martha Caldwell
In this episode, Jill interviews Martha Caldwell, the co-founder and vice president of learning and development at iChange.
Apologies and Restoring Integrity
In this episode, Jill discusses how to restore integrity and give a sincere and authentic apology. She discusses the need to do the internal work to reflect on the harm that was done, to process emotions that come up during that self reflection, and to feel regulated as we show up for an apology in order for it to be the most impactful.
Racism and the Mental Health Crises with Dr. Frieda Millhouse-Jones
In this episode, Jill interviews Dr. Frieda Millhouse-Jones, a published author, practicing physician, and social justice activist.
Are Diversity Trainings Harmful? A Rebuttal to a NYTimes Article
In this episode, Jill discusses her critique of a recent NY Times article that asked the question: What if Diversity Trainings Are Doing More Harm Than Good?
Conversations With Your Kids About Privilege and Racism with Ellie Axe
If kids aren’t talking about race, does it mean they aren’t noticing? When is the right time to have a conversation with your kids about privilege and racism? How can white parents teach their kids about race and center voices of color?
Artificial Intelligence and Health Equity with Dr. Irene Dankwa-Mullan
In this episode, Jill interviews Dr. Irene Dankwa-Mullan, Chief Health Equity Officer and Deputy Chief Health Officer at IBM Watson Health. They discuss her work at the intersection of healthcare, public health, and technology, which uses artificial intelligence to personalize healthcare for individuals within a larger system.
Racism, Bias, and Allyship on Airplanes
In this episode, Jill discusses her recent travel experience as she witnessed a Black woman being harassed by a flight attendant and eventually kicked off the airplane, for doing nothing wrong.