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Davidson Microaggressions Project

Davidson Microaggressions Project

By Davidson Microaggressions Project

Our guests speak from their expertise and experiences, drawing upon specific examples and situations to demonstrate the lasting impact of microaggressions and related topics implicated in how microaggressions can powerfully sting. Impact over intentions, lurking to learn, raising awareness, and prompting critical thought as we all strive to do better and engage mindfully with others.
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Sister Outsiders Building Solidarity: A Conversation with Isabel Ballester and Morgan Spivey

Davidson Microaggressions Project Nov 23, 2020

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Administrators Doing DEI Work: A Conversation with Directors Shantel Martinez (CU Boulder) & Bianca Zamora (Stanford Univ.)

Administrators Doing DEI Work: A Conversation with Directors Shantel Martinez (CU Boulder) & Bianca Zamora (Stanford Univ.)

In this episode, DMP founder Amanda R. Martinez hosts a conversation with two guests, who are Latina women of color in administrator positions, Dr. Shantel Martinez, Director of the First-Generation Programs and Enrichment for the University of Colorado, Boulder, and Bianca Zamora, Associate Director for Stanford University's School of Humanities and Sciences. They discuss how they found their way to their current DEI-centric roles within higher education, as well as their own positionality and how they choose to go against the common individualistic grains of academia that privilege an expectation of neutrality and objectivity to instead theorize and write from the flesh where identity occupies a central foundational space. These administrators work to create scholarship and applied policies to transform organizations and institutions of higher education in the spirit of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Other topics they discuss include the systems of power that are inherently messy and how well-intentioned activist efforts that bridge community-based organizations and academic institutions' agendas to do better and improve the quality of life for diverse populations can still include ongoing learning and growing pains to improve over time. They prioritize being trauma informed, healing, joy, connection, community, and ultimately being guided by a principle of centering peoples’ humanity. As women of color in high power administration positions, they express what it will take for advocacy work to be taken seriously, how people can thrive (and not just survive), the trials and tribulations of managing changing laws, policies, and the goals and expectations of colleagues and students. How can we continue to dare greatly in this work? Social justice is hard work because it’s heart work.

Dec 22, 202301:09:00
Beyond Performative Gestures Towards Ongoing Learning & Action: A Conversation with Drs. Chen & Lawless

Beyond Performative Gestures Towards Ongoing Learning & Action: A Conversation with Drs. Chen & Lawless

This podcast episode features an interview with two educators, Dr. Chen and Dr. Lawless, who are experts in intercultural communication, social justice, and critical communication pedagogy. They discuss their backgrounds, experiences, and how their intersecting identities shape their perspectives on power, privilege, and social justice in the classroom. They emphasize the importance of understanding Intersectionality and how it influences individuals' experiences and interactions in various contexts. They also explore the significance of advocating for marginalized communities while being critically reflexive about their own privileged identities. The interviewees emphasized the need for an ongoing process of learning and action rather than performative gestures. They discuss the importance of building authentic alliances and the challenges in doing so, particularly in a reward-oriented academic culture. They also explore the co-optation of diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts by institutions and the potential impact on marginalized communities. The interviewees emphasize the importance of reflecting on one's positionality and power dynamics in allyship work and call for a critical examination of neoliberalism's influence on social justice education. They highlight concerns about the lack of people of color teaching certain courses and the overworking of faculty of color on campus. They criticize the performative nature of diversity efforts without providing adequate support for students and faculty of color. They also emphasize the importance of addressing microaggressions in academic spaces and the need for early education on these issues. The speakers share personal experiences of being both the recipients and perpetrators of microaggressions and stress the significance of self-care and building supportive communities to navigate these challenges. They recommend adopting a collaborative approach to facilitation, using local examples to illustrate the issues, and not centering resistance voices that seek to undermine diversity efforts. Overall, the conversation sheds light on the complexities of addressing social justice issues in academia and encourages a continuous effort to create more inclusive and equitable environments.

Dec 22, 202301:16:08
Inclusive Education & Navigating Ableism: A Conversation with Directors of the Academic Access & Disability Office

Inclusive Education & Navigating Ableism: A Conversation with Directors of the Academic Access & Disability Office

In this podcast episode by the Davidson Microaggressions Project, the host, Dr. Amanda R. Martinez, interviews two members of Davidson College's Academic Access and Disability Resources Office: Director Beth Bleil and Assistant Director Alysen Beaty. They discuss the educational and professional backgrounds that led them to their current positions. The conversation delves into the concept of accessibility, disability, and different learning styles, highlighting the importance of individualized approaches to support students. They emphasize Davidson College's commitment to accessibility while acknowledging challenges in implementing it practically, especially during the abrupt shift to remote learning due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The podcast touches on issues of ableism and other forms of discrimination faced by students with disabilities. It addresses the microaggressions that can arise in educational settings and explores ways to overcome resistance to implementing accommodations and creating more accessible environments. They also discuss how Davidson College, being a small and supportive environment, may differ from the broader world's perspectives on disability and inclusivity. Overall, the episode focuses on fostering a more inclusive and supportive educational environment for all students, regardless of their abilities.

Dec 22, 202355:23
Dedicated Multicultural Campus Space: A Conversation with reps from the Monuments Initiative & the Black Student Coalition

Dedicated Multicultural Campus Space: A Conversation with reps from the Monuments Initiative & the Black Student Coalition

In this episode, two Davidson students, Ricky (DMP collaborator) and Carlin (Monuments Initiative), interview Eboni, the president of the Black Student Coalition (BSC), with Caro, the vice president of the organization. The conversation is about a multicultural organization at Davidson College called the Black Student Coalition (BSC). The participants discuss the significance of having a multicultural organization on campus and the importance of inclusivity and representation. They also talk about the BSC's physical house and how it allows them to host events and support other organizations. The group hopes to see more spaces and resources for multicultural activities in the future and to continue promoting diversity and inclusion on campus. The conversation also touches on dealing with microaggressions and promoting understanding among students. They emphasize the importance of educating others and creating a supportive environment for all students. The members praise the dedication and hard work of the organization's board members. Overall, they aim to spread awareness and foster a sense of community and love among students at Davidson College.

Dec 22, 202337:58
Art as Empathy: Unveiling Untold Truths & Fostering Change with Endia Beal

Art as Empathy: Unveiling Untold Truths & Fostering Change with Endia Beal

In this episode, two Davidson students and DMP collaborators interview Endia Beal, an artist, educator, and photographer from North Carolina. Endia discusses her educational background and how she found solace in art after experiencing a tragedy in high school. She decided to focus her artwork on racism, discrimination, and systemic marginalization to shed light on untold truths and initiate important conversations. Her series of works, "Am I What You're Looking For?" features young women transitioning into careers, and she photographs them in their own homes to create a sense of comfort and authenticity. The artist emphasizes the importance of avoiding imposing her own biases on her subjects and making the portraits a collaborative effort. The conversation then delves into microaggressions and their impact on the workplace. The artist shares her personal experience of facing prejudiced interview questions and how it inspired her art project, "Mock Interview." This project involved interviewing young white men with similar questions to those asked of women of color in real interviews, creating empathy and understanding. The artist's workshops aim to promote empathy and vulnerability by encouraging participants to share personal stories. She believes that art can initiate positive change and growth for both the artist and the audience, fostering understanding and empathy among diverse communities.

Dec 22, 202341:32
Art, Activism, Social Justice and Radical Forgiveness: A Conversation with Justice Fleet's Dr. Amber Johnson

Art, Activism, Social Justice and Radical Forgiveness: A Conversation with Justice Fleet's Dr. Amber Johnson

On this episode of the Davidson Microaggressions Project, the host sits down with Dr. Amber Johnson, an award-winning associate professor of communication and social justice at St. Louis University and the founder of the justice fleet. Dr. Johnson's work focuses on identity, protest, social justice, and digital media. She is also an artist and activist using mixed media art to challenge systems of oppression. Dr. Johnson shares her journey into academia and activism, emphasizing the importance of listening to calls and opportunities. She discusses her work with the Justice Fleet, which uses art to address privilege and healing practices for marginalized communities. In the conversation, Dr. Johnson explains the concept of radical forgiveness, emphasizing its significance for liberation. She shares her views on the George Floyd trial, distinguishing between accountability and justice and criticizing the prison system's shortcomings. When asked about engaging with performative allies and genuine activists, Dr. Johnson stresses that all forms of activism are essential. She urges people to move beyond semantics and focus on fixing systemic issues. She also encourages genuine engagement with others, understanding that everyone has a role to play in the movement for social justice. Regarding self-care and not stretching oneself too thin, Dr. Johnson highlights the importance of finding personal boundaries and learning to say no. She provides a set of questions she uses to determine whether an activity aligns with her values and capacity. Overall, the episode delves into various aspects of activism, social justice, and personal well-being, offering valuable insights and perspectives.

Dec 22, 202344:19
Race, Journalism, Criminal Justice and Media: A Conversation with Prof. Issac Bailey

Race, Journalism, Criminal Justice and Media: A Conversation with Prof. Issac Bailey

In this episode, DMP collaborator Ricky Pinnock interviews the Professor of the Practice in the Department of Communication Studies at Davidson College and a former Harvard Nieman Fellow, Issac Bailey, about his life story and how he thrived to become a former columnist and author of two well-known books. Issac Bailey shares with us how he started his path and opened up by talking about his family's experiences after his older brother committed a murder. Our guest examines the influence of white supremacy on his life as an African-American Southerner. Bailey cautions against the overuse of terms such as "white supremacy" and "racist:" He shows us that racial disparities remain a central truth of the criminal justice system. Bailey implores journalists to educate themselves so as to provide more sophisticated coverage of race and tell the truth behind racial justice and microaggressions.

 

Dec 22, 202301:11:06
Navigating Workplace Microaggressions: Insights from Career Maven's Tiffany Tate

Navigating Workplace Microaggressions: Insights from Career Maven's Tiffany Tate

In this episode, Dr. Amanda R. Martinez, the founder of DMP, interviews Tiffany Waddell Tate, the associate director for national engagement in the Office of University Advancement at Wake Forest University. They discuss the topic of dealing with microaggressions in the workplace and provide strategies and recommendations for young people, particularly those from historically marginalized groups, to navigate professional environments effectively. Tiffany shares her experience in the academic advising space, where she supports students with various challenges, including overload and referral to campus support resources. She emphasizes her non-linear career path, which involves working different types of jobs and encourages listeners to think beyond traditional notions of career development. Drawing from her own journey, Tiffany urges individuals to speak up and talk about racial equity issues. She emphasizes the importance of moving past silence and being comfortable discussing these matters. By changing perspectives and encouraging participation in broader conversations, Tiffany helps people understand that they are not alone in facing different forms of workplace discrimination.

Dec 22, 202358:26
Intersections of Jewish Identity, Hybridity, & Microaggressions: A Conversation with Dr. Ilana McQuinn & Dhalia Krutkovich

Intersections of Jewish Identity, Hybridity, & Microaggressions: A Conversation with Dr. Ilana McQuinn & Dhalia Krutkovich

In this episode, DMP collaborator Juan Diaz Mercado interviews Jewish Studies professor-scholar Dr. Ilana McQuinn and Davidson senior Dhalia Kurtkovich about the unique intersections of marginalization and being Jewish in the U.S. American south, and Jewish hybrid identity in both Europe and the U.S. Our guests urge us to think beyond persecution tropes towards a critical understanding of Jewish hybrid identity, especially in relation to multiculturalism and the far political right; discourse often lacks a critical apparatus to talk about Jews, race and power due to the dissonance many hold about Jews as white people and therefore not occupying a positionality of legitimate oppression. The Davidson campus community experienced a jarring reality when two of our own students were doxed online and outed as Neo-Nazis. Our guests discuss the Jewish representation as Holocaust-centered only, which leaves large gaps in how Jewish Studies relates to many subfields and broad topic areas such as antiracist discourses, human rights, post-Holocaust conversations, the law, and the struggles for equal rights. Dr. McQuinn and Dahlia highlight Jewish-specific microaggressions that permeate our societal structures including assumptions based on whiteness, wealth, religious holidays, multiculturalism, and in/visibility.

Apr 30, 202157:35
Anonymous Grading: A Conversation with Drs. Bes Ceka & Andrew O'Geen, Associate Professors of Political Science

Anonymous Grading: A Conversation with Drs. Bes Ceka & Andrew O'Geen, Associate Professors of Political Science

In Spring of 2020, the Davidson Microaggressions Project published a guest blog co-written by two members of the Student Government Association's Academics Committee, Julia Bauer and Wren Healy, on the topic of anonymous grading as one concrete strategy that professors can implement to combat bias and support disenfranchised students in their classes. As a follow up to the blog, DMP presents a series of podcast interviews with Davidson College professors who use anonymous grading as one way that they intentionally focus on inclusivity in their classrooms. Tune in to hear Davidson faculty members discuss how and why they employ anonymous grading as a key part of their inclusive pedagogy in this last set of podcasts in 2020. Last up, we have an interview with Drs. Bes Ceka & Andrew O'Geen, Associate Professors of Political Science!

Dec 19, 202025:44
Anonymous Grading: A Conversation with Dr. Susana Wadgymar, Biology

Anonymous Grading: A Conversation with Dr. Susana Wadgymar, Biology

In Spring of 2020, the Davidson Microaggressions Project published a guest blog co-written by two members of the Student Government Association's Academics Committee, Julia Bauer and Wren Healy, on the topic of anonymous grading as one concrete strategy that professors can implement to combat bias and support disenfranchised students in their classes. As a follow up to the blog, DMP presents a series of podcast interviews with Davidson College professors who use anonymous grading as one way that they intentionally focus on inclusivity in their classrooms. Tune in to hear Davidson faculty members discuss how and why they employ anonymous grading as a key part of their inclusive pedagogy in this last set of podcasts in 2020. Next up we have Dr. Susana Wadgymar, Assistant Professor of Biology!

Dec 19, 202019:21
Anonymous Grading: A Conversation with Dr. Melody Crowder-Meyer, Political Science

Anonymous Grading: A Conversation with Dr. Melody Crowder-Meyer, Political Science

In Spring of 2020, the Davidson Microaggressions Project published a guest blog co-written by two members of the Student Government Association's Academics Committee, Julia Bauer and Wren Healy, on the topic of anonymous grading as one concrete strategy that professors can implement to combat bias and support disenfranchised students in their classes. As a follow up to the blog, DMP presents a series of podcast interviews with Davidson College professors who use anonymous grading as one way that they intentionally focus on inclusivity in their classrooms. Tune in to hear Davidson faculty members discuss how and why they employ anonymous grading as a key part of their inclusive pedagogy in this last set of podcasts in 2020. Next up we have Dr. Melody Crowder-Meyer, Assistant Professor of Political Science!

Dec 18, 202022:42
Anonymous Grading: A Conversation with Dr. Trent Foley, Religious Studies

Anonymous Grading: A Conversation with Dr. Trent Foley, Religious Studies

In Spring of 2020, the Davidson Microaggressions Project published a guest blog co-written by two members of the Student Government Association's Academics Committee, Julia Bauer and Wren Healy, on the topic of anonymous grading as one concrete strategy that professors can implement to combat bias and support disenfranchised students in their classes. As a follow up to the blog, DMP presents a series of podcast interviews with Davidson College professors who use anonymous grading as one way that they intentionally focus on inclusivity in their classrooms. Tune in to hear Davidson faculty members discuss how and why they employ anonymous grading as a key part of their inclusive pedagogy in this last set of podcasts in 2020. Next up we have Dr. Trent Foley, Professor of Religious Studies!

Dec 18, 202032:16
Anonymous Grading: A Conversation with Dr. Michelle Kuchera, Physics

Anonymous Grading: A Conversation with Dr. Michelle Kuchera, Physics

In Spring of 2020, the Davidson Microaggressions Project published a guest blog co-written by two members of the Student Government Association's Academics Committee, Julia Bauer and Wren Healy, on the topic of anonymous grading as one concrete strategy that professors can implement to combat bias and support disenfranchised students in their classes. As a follow up to the blog, DMP presents a series of podcast interviews with Davidson College professors who use anonymous grading as one way that they intentionally focus on inclusivity in their classrooms. Tune in to hear Davidson faculty members discuss how and why they employ anonymous grading as a key part of their inclusive pedagogy in this last set of podcasts in 2020. Next up we have Dr. Michelle Kuchera, Assistant Professor of Physics!

Dec 18, 202038:03
Anonymous Grading: A Conversation with Dr. Kevin Smith, Biology

Anonymous Grading: A Conversation with Dr. Kevin Smith, Biology

In Spring of 2020, the Davidson Microaggressions Project published a guest blog co-written by two members of the Student Government Association's Academics Committee, Julia Bauer and Wren Healy, on the topic of anonymous grading as one concrete strategy that professors can implement to combat bias and support disenfranchised students in their classes. As a follow up to the blog, DMP presents a series of podcast interviews with Davidson College professors who use anonymous grading as one way that they intentionally focus on inclusivity in their classrooms. Tune in to hear Davidson faculty members discuss how and why they employ anonymous grading as a key part of their inclusive pedagogy in this last set of podcasts in 2020. Next up we have Dr. Kevin Smith, Associate Professor of Biology!

Dec 18, 202028:18
Anonymous Grading: A Conversation with Dr. Laura Sockol, Psychology

Anonymous Grading: A Conversation with Dr. Laura Sockol, Psychology

In Spring of 2020, the Davidson Microaggressions Project published a  guest blog co-written by two members of the Student Government  Association's Academics Committee, Julia Bauer and Wren Healy, on the  topic of anonymous grading as one concrete strategy that professors can  implement to combat bias and support disenfranchised students in their  classes. As a follow up to the blog, DMP presents a series of podcast interviews with Davidson College professors who use anonymous grading as one way that they intentionally focus on inclusivity in their classrooms. Tune in to hear Davidson faculty members discuss how and why they employ anonymous grading as a key part of their inclusive pedagogy in this last set of podcasts in 2020. First up -- Dr. Laura Sockol, Assistant Professor of Psychology!

Dec 18, 202035:15
"Those Woke [Asian American] Kids," Activism & Interracial Solidarity: A Conversation with Dr. K. James Cho

"Those Woke [Asian American] Kids," Activism & Interracial Solidarity: A Conversation with Dr. K. James Cho

In this episode, Dr. Amanda R. Martinez and Ashley Ip, member of the Asian American Initiative, interview Dr. James Cho about his dissertation research featuring Asian American youth activism and hashtags over the last six years to track discourse and language for interracial solidarity with other communities of color. Cho interrogates how, why and who is empowered to do activism work among the vastly heterogeneous Asian American youth population. Their identities are often conflated by those who ascribe to simplistic attributes based on society's racial order and consequently associate Asian Americans with otherness and civic ostracism. Intersectionality lends insight to interpreting such microaggressive experiences including class-based migration patterns and politicized identity intentionality amidst shifting identity labels in a charged socio-political time. He finds that the Asian Americans participating in on and offline activism help disrupt the model minority and perpetual foreigner stereotypes while disaggregating other monolithic categories rooted in white supremacy as a system and racial triangulation that functionally pits groups of color against one another. Dr. Cho urges us to take hashtag activism seriously as a means through which both online and in person community solidarity manifests and can be paired with existing movements, such as the #AsiansforBlackLives hashtag or the work that the Committee Against Asian American Violence in NYC does on the ground. Lastly, he discusses strategies to address microaggressions including when and whether to do so. 

Dec 10, 202036:23
Indigenous People & Microaggressions of Erasure: A Conversation with Lumbee Tribe Member, Prof. Brittany Hunt

Indigenous People & Microaggressions of Erasure: A Conversation with Lumbee Tribe Member, Prof. Brittany Hunt

In this episode, DMP collaborator Basil Wiering interviews Professor  Brittany Hunt, a member of the Lumbee Tribe, and doctoral candidate at  UNCC. She highlights the erasure of Native Americans and how rampant  cultural appropriation is in the fabric of our society. Oftentimes,  indigenous people are not credited for their many cultural  contributions; one example is that they're the original Southerners who  created regional food staples like grits and hushpuppies, and another is  the phenomenon of white people's unsubstantiated claims to Native  lineage, such as thinking they have a Cherokee great-grandmother.  Stereotypes drive many interpersonal interactions and exude the core  myth that the indigenous are people "in the past" and they are  subsequently excluded from race conversations about systemic problems,  like police brutality and mass incarceration. Prof. Hunt further points  out how academically sanctioned racism functions to justify racist  attitudes and how many remain complicit. She offers listeners some  specific strategies she is always prepared with when faced with  microaggressions, such as exposing underlying absurdity and asking  questions to reveal intent, and she calls us all in to action so that we  can analyze how we contribute to the racial erasure of indigenous  people, be more critical and decolonize our language, and decolonize  curriculum for educators in decision-making positions, all good goals  whether or not there are indigenous people represented within institutions.

Nov 27, 202049:48
Sister Outsiders Building Solidarity: A Conversation with Isabel Ballester and Morgan Spivey

Sister Outsiders Building Solidarity: A Conversation with Isabel Ballester and Morgan Spivey

In this episode, DMP collaborators Jaelyn Taylor and Juan Diaz Mercado interview Davidson alumnae Isabel Ballester and Morgan Spivey about building community, finding your people in white dominant (academic and other) spaces, and (re)discovering identity through immersive, newfound knowledge gained in both in/formal educational settings. They stress the importance of diversifying the faculty and supporting professors of color and interdisciplinary programs, as these are often key sources of support for students of color. Isabel and Morgan elaborate upon how they have continued to harness knowledge and empowerment through their positionalities as Black and Afro-Latina queer women beyond their undergraduate education. They talk about Black imagination, hope, happiness, freedom, affirmations, and starting where you are to make moves in the struggle, including why we should all move beyond passive not-racist pledges and be actively anti-racist. Isabel and Morgan describe microaggressions as a language of hate entrenched in systemic macro-issues. Tune in to hear this dynamic duo explain the ‘step up and step back’ method to deal with, confront, and overcome microaggressions.

Nov 23, 202057:28
Traveling Migrants Traversing Complicated Borders: A Conversation with Itziri Gonzalez-Barcenas & Brice Rosette

Traveling Migrants Traversing Complicated Borders: A Conversation with Itziri Gonzalez-Barcenas & Brice Rosette

In this episode, DMP founder Dr. Amanda R. Martinez interviews Itziri Gonzalez-Barcenas, Davidson alum from North Carolina & Mexico, and her partner Brice Rosette, a Martinican-Parisian, about the complicated, often tension-filled decisions fueled by restrictive migration policies and personal desire to experience the world beyond border limitations to pursue academic, personal, and professional goals. Itziri and Brice started the Traveling Migrants Instagram page to share their experiences and lend insight to their followers about how borders and policy can often present limited opportunities and also how they resist the negative impact of these challenges by finding joy and beauty as they navigate spaces. They discuss their identity shifts, both self-reflectively and other-imposed, and the microaggressions they experience as they move among transnational spaces as young people of color from different racial, ethnic, and cultural groups. Interrogating topics like anti-blackness among white and people of color, whether and how to address microaggressors as a worthwhile educational corrective, and what we all must do for ourselves and our communities to keep these conversations going openly --especially with those closest to us, like family members-- Itziri and Brice offer ideas about how we can all act from any positionality.

Nov 08, 202001:04:10
Charged Political Rhetoric, Border Logics, & Framing "Others": A Conversation with Prof. Rebecca Avalos

Charged Political Rhetoric, Border Logics, & Framing "Others": A Conversation with Prof. Rebecca Avalos

In this episode, DMP collaborator Juan Diaz-Mercado interviews Loyola  Marymount University lecturer and University of Colorado at Boulder  doctoral candidate, Prof. Rebecca Avalos about her research on Trump's  "Make America Great Again" racial project, with a focus specifically on  Latinx communities, racial logics, nationalism, migration, and borders.  Avalos describes how historical racial scripts aggravate laws and how  Latinx subjects shift within these power matrices as embodiments of  illegalities. Avalos argues that brown bodies often represent the latest  trend of capitalism and tokenism as power shapes knowledge. She  elaborates upon how politics and racialized rhetoric can dar animo to create the conditions under which rights can be stripped away from  Others as a reaction to the browning of the U.S. to attempt to preserve  white futurity and centrality. Prof. Avalos discusses why context,  relationships, and power dynamics matter in the practice of calling out  to call in others when confronting micro/aggressions.

Oct 30, 202001:12:39
Race, Rhetoric, & Religion: A Conversation with Dr. Andre E. Johnson about Black Lives Matter & All Lives Matter

Race, Rhetoric, & Religion: A Conversation with Dr. Andre E. Johnson about Black Lives Matter & All Lives Matter

In this episode, DMP collaborator Jaelyn Taylor interviews University of  Memphis Communication Studies professor Dr. Andre E. Johnson about his work on race, rhetoric, and religion. Dr. Johnson describes how he found his scholarly path and why he self-proclaims a "bootleg scholar" identity, as it speaks plainly to the common experiences with microaggressions in academia that minority faculty in particular face. Dr. Johnson discusses highlights from the recent second edition (July  2020) publication of his co-authored (with Amanda Nell Edgar) book, The Struggle Over Black Lives Matter and All Lives Matter,  in the backdrop of ongoing social justice struggles and racial unrest across the nation. Lastly, Dr. Johnson offers strategies to confront microaggressions. Check out his bio and embedded links to his scholarly work on the DMP website for further self-education.

Oct 23, 202057:08
Feminism, Gender, & Sexuality Microaggressions: A Conversation with Drs. Horowitz & González

Feminism, Gender, & Sexuality Microaggressions: A Conversation with Drs. Horowitz & González

In this episode, DMP collaborators Michi and Julia interview Davidson College Gender & Sexuality Studies professors Dr. Katie Horowitz and Dr. Melissa González about gender, sexuality, identity, pronouns, and microaggressions. They reflect upon their educational and professional paths including pivotal moments that have inspired their research and teaching agendas. Drs. González and Horowitz discuss how Davidson College’s LGBTQ+ community climate has evolved and shifted in their time as members of the college community. They offer strategies to confront microaggressions both as a microaggressee and microaggressor. These experts also elaborate upon the importance of gender pronouns and how to approach the topic in the classroom. Check out our guests’ bios below and their resource recommendations for further self-education.

Oct 16, 202051:10
Racism, Academic Institutions, & Microaggressions: A Conversation with Drs. Bowles & Cho

Racism, Academic Institutions, & Microaggressions: A Conversation with Drs. Bowles & Cho

In this episode, DMP collaborators Michi and Juan interview Davidson College Anthropology professors Dr. Laurian Bowles and Dr. Helen Cho about systemic racism, its manifestation in academic institutional contexts, and microaggressions. They reflect upon their educational and professional paths and discuss their experiences as students and professors, and offer their perspectives about how Davidson College has changed in light of diversity, inclusion, and equity in their time as members of the college community. Drs. Bowles and Cho offer strategies to process and deal with microaggressions both as a microaggressee and microaggressor. Check out our website (davidsonmicroaggressionsproject.org) for detailed bios and their resource recommendations to benefit us all in the spirit of further self-education. 

Oct 08, 202051:08
Why a podcast?

Why a podcast?

This first short introduction episode features the Davidson Microaggressions Project collaboration team, including Dr. Amanda R. Martinez and student collaborators Michi LaCorte, Julia Lau, Juan Diaz Mercado, Jaelyn Taylor, Ricky Pinnock, and Basil Wiering. We overview the inspiration and motivation for developing this podcast as our next project step and we highlight our slate of guests coming up. Our first full episode is coming later this week. We're excited about this initiative and we hope you all enjoy tuning in! 

Oct 06, 202016:35