83: How To Be A Better Ally #BlackLivesMatter (Part 1)

Self-Care Sunday

This episode is for my white listeners. Three black content creators have joined me to share their experiences and advice on how white people can be better allies, so please use this episode as a resource, and share. The voices you'll hear in this episode are: - Karly (https://www.instagram.com/yourgirlkarly/) - Tanisha (https://www.instagram.com/tanisha.cherry/) - Bria (https://www.instagram.com/heybriajones/) In this episode we discuss: - how the burden of education has fallen on black people (and why they're still having these conversations) - the simplest way for white people to be better allies - whether or not there's a "right" or "wrong" way to talk about racism - what white people should be talking about (with each other) - thoughts on protesting, violence, and creative ways to make an impact - whether or not this is a turning point --- MASTER RESOURCE FOR SUPPORTING THE BLACK COMMUNITY: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-WreRnjy5zMXI1n2FUnf1e5p6lAvm-G5HF-2lVnj4RM/mobilebasic Other black influencers & content creators we're inspired by: - @branhrichardson - @breannanichelle - @ayanagabriellelage - @ebonicurlsblog - @niathelight - @asiyami_gold - @aglimpseofmaria - @tyra_fisher - @leticiajcollins - @audrinagollab BLACK-OWNED BUSINESSES: - Skincare: @mrozeessentials - Bath & Body: @officialbbbombs - Conversation Starter Apparel: @dopeonarrivalnyc - Inclusive Nude Heels: @rebeccaallenny - Calgary Based Snacks: @mamaecookiesnacks - Bespoke Jewelry: @lorrainewestjewelry - Clothing Handmade in Nigeria: @ ceeceesclosetnyc - Clean Haircare: @briogeo -Size Inclusive Merch: @shopconfidenceclub