Episodes
On this podcast we encourage and equip you to have difficult yet necessary dialogue. We want to validate that we are not only willing, but effective in doing so. On this special edition of Discriminology, we will host Officer Brandon Guest and Lieutenant John Owen to share their perspectives and insights on the current social justice climate through the eyes of a police officer. How/can we mend race relations between law enforcement and the Black community?
Published 09/20/20
This episode will discuss the origins and roots of the phrase “Black on Black Crime.” It is a phrase that has been weaponized and used to invalidate initiatives for justice and equality for the Black community. We will explain how it can obstruct insightful dialogue and delay thorough root cause analysis of crime in the United States. We will be assisted by special guest, Sandeep Dhaliwal.
Published 09/06/20
This episode will bring light to the racial disparity in healthcare relative to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. There are some alarming statistics highlighting how Black and Brown communities are disproportionately affected by the virus. We plan on unpacking exactly how and why this has transpired with the help of special guest, Jennifer Carmona.
Published 08/23/20
This episode will analyze why being colorblind or “not seeing color” regardless of intent can ultimately be gaslighting for people of color. The term “white privilege” has become such a controversial topic. We will unpack this and discuss how it ties back to not acknowledging the inherent power structure in the United States. We will also speak on the importance of discovering personal blind spots, how to point them out, and overall how to have effective dialogue. We also plan on discussing...
Published 08/09/20
This episode will unveil the racially charged history and formation of Long Island, NY. This area in particular has systematically withheld socioeconomic opportunities from the Black community and we plan to not only bring light to these issues, but create a plan of action as to how to rectify.
Published 07/26/20
This episode will explain the significance of the recent rioting and looting from a U.S and global history perspective. We will take a birds eye view of oppression and its byproducts across different historical events and cultures in an effort to present a clear understanding on what is happening today in the United States.
Published 07/20/20
This episode will explain the true meaning of the BLM movement, what the term “all lives matter” connotes in the context of today's climate, the importance of understanding context, and overall concepts to be aware of relating to the movement.
Published 07/12/20
This episode will give a brief introduction to the Discriminology hosts as well as the experience we will be providing for our listeners.
Published 07/02/20