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Mrt 10, 2021
Host and producer Angela Fitzgerald introduces us to the motivation behind Why Race Matters, and the call to action she felt after the killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police. She
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Host and producer Angela Fitzgerald introduces us to the motivation behind Why Race Matters, and the call to action she felt after the killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police. She shares her own story of moving to Wisconsin and her struggles adjusting to life in a predominately white community. We preview forthcoming episodes, guests, and topics while exploring Why Race Matters in Wisconsin.
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Mrt 17, 2021
Angela Fitzgerald sits down with Myra McNair, a licensed therapist, to talk about mental health challenges facing Black communities. They discuss images of Black death, racial trauma,
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Angela Fitzgerald sits down with Myra McNair, a licensed therapist, to talk about mental health challenges facing Black communities. They discuss images of Black death, racial trauma, the effects of social media and how finding joy can be a revolutionary act. They also look at how media coverage and racism are provoking a public health crisis for Black people.
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Mrt 24, 2021
Black voters are told their votes matter, but after an election their concerns often go unheard. In this episode, Angela Fitzgerald talks to activist Tatiyana Benson about civic
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Black voters are told their votes matter, but after an election their concerns often go unheard. In this episode, Angela Fitzgerald talks to activist Tatiyana Benson about civic engagement. They’ll explore representation in government, policy reform and the hurdles to political participation.
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Mrt 31, 2021
Host and Producer Angela Fitzgerald speaks to Rudy Bankston, a survivor of the school-to-prison pipeline. They discuss how education gaps and strict disciplinary policies in schools can
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Host and Producer Angela Fitzgerald speaks to Rudy Bankston, a survivor of the school-to-prison pipeline. They discuss how education gaps and strict disciplinary policies in schools can lead to the suspension, expulsion and incarceration of Black students.
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Apr 07, 2021
Where food comes from and who has access to it makes a difference in the health of a community. In this episode, Angela Fitzgerald sits down with Robert Pierce, a farmer who works to
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Where food comes from and who has access to it makes a difference in the health of a community. In this episode, Angela Fitzgerald sits down with Robert Pierce, a farmer who works to address food insecurity in Black neighborhoods. They'll discuss organic foods, the importance of land ownership and the stereotypes Black farmers face.
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Apr 14, 2021
The birth of a child is a time for celebration, but for Black women, it comes with a higher risk. Racial disparities in birthing complications and deaths are serious issues for Black
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The birth of a child is a time for celebration, but for Black women, it comes with a higher risk. Racial disparities in birthing complications and deaths are serious issues for Black communities. On this episode of Why Race Matters, host Angela Fitzgerald sits down with certified doula Tracey Russell to discuss problems and solutions when it comes to Black maternal health.
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Apr 21, 2021
Black artists have driven popular trends worldwide for decades. But what happens when society celebrates art while overlooking the communities who created it? Angela talks with dancer
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Black artists have driven popular trends worldwide for decades. But what happens when society celebrates art while overlooking the communities who created it? Angela talks with dancer Papa-Kobina Brewoo and together they discuss issues around cultural appropriation and how Black artists are underrepresented within artistic and creative spaces they helped forge.
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Apr 28, 2021
In Wisconsin, Black women are overrepresented in the criminal justice system. They make up just 6 percent of the state’s population but 21 percent of women in our correctional system. In
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In Wisconsin, Black women are overrepresented in the criminal justice system. They make up just 6 percent of the state’s population but 21 percent of women in our correctional system. In this episode, Angela Fitzgerald talks with Carmella Glenn, coordinator of JustDane's “Just Bakery.” They discuss issues facing Black women leaving incarceration, roadblocks, and solutions for returning home.
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