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Real Talk, Let’s Talk

Real Talk, Let’s Talk

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Real Talk, Let’s Talk is a podcast featuring Bears you know, stories from their lives, and real talk about the ups and downs of navigating college. Get to know the Mercerians you see on campus, and learn that you are not alone in the challenges you face.
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Why You Should Care About Politics and Social Justice: Race in America | Dr. Carol Bokros and Dr. Ansley Booker

Real Talk, Let’s TalkFeb 09, 2021

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Why You Should Care About Politics and Social Justice: Race in America | Dr. Carol Bokros and Dr. Ansley Booker

Why You Should Care About Politics and Social Justice: Race in America | Dr. Carol Bokros and Dr. Ansley Booker

In this episode, Mercer Faculty members Dr. Booker and Dr. Bokros walk us through some of the current racial injustices and systemic barriers Black Americans and minority groups face in the world while sharing how education and the willingness to have honest dialogue about how we can improve our society can help mitigate our biases and ignorance, regardless of our perspectives.
Feb 09, 202143:27
Finding My Passion: From Legos to Healthcare | Mark Bearden

Finding My Passion: From Legos to Healthcare | Mark Bearden

In this episode, Mark, a first-generation college student, talks about how death led to discovering his passions. He explains how being overly driven and disciplined led to adverse effects on his journey.

Jan 12, 202117:04
Balance | Sydney Roe

Balance | Sydney Roe

In this episode, Sydney discusses her struggle to find balance in life. She explains the need to have compassion for herself and others without letting her situation control her.

Jan 05, 202118:11
Before and After Moments | Katharine Warner

Before and After Moments | Katharine Warner

In this episode, Katharine talks about her experience of coming out to her family and how that impacted her view of herself. She talks about the before and after moments involved in her life and how they have made her who she is.
Dec 29, 202011:16
Being Seen: Coming of Age and Coming Out | Maggie Kennedy

Being Seen: Coming of Age and Coming Out | Maggie Kennedy

In this episode, Maggie, a queer student, describes the power of stories and the importance of community. She learns that in letting people see you, you can better see yourself.

Dec 22, 202013:41
I Didn’t Ask For Any of This: Navigating The Pandemics of CoVid and Racism | Dr. Michele Prettyman

I Didn’t Ask For Any of This: Navigating The Pandemics of CoVid and Racism | Dr. Michele Prettyman

In this episode, Dr. Prettyman will offer some reflections and insights on how to survive (and thrive) in the midst of a devastating pandemic and Black death and protest movements and what we might learn from it all.
Jun 17, 202035:13
An Uncertain Dream | Eduardo Rubio

An Uncertain Dream | Eduardo Rubio

In this episode, Eduardo, a Georgia resident born in Mexico, talks about his experience as an immigrant in the US. He explains the obstacles, lessons, and perspectives that have shaped his worldview and where he is today.
May 19, 202022:01
Fake it Till You Make It: My Bicultural Identity Crisis | Princess Ogundu

Fake it Till You Make It: My Bicultural Identity Crisis | Princess Ogundu

In this episode, Princess walks us through her journey of self acceptance and understanding of the dynamic nature of identity.
May 12, 202013:27
Finding My Purpose Through Finding My People | Adam Penland

Finding My Purpose Through Finding My People | Adam Penland

In this episode, Adam Penland shares his story about finding mentors in his life who helped guide him in finding his purpose in life.
May 05, 202012:31
Personal Evolution: Realizing Our Little Successes and Failures | Donald Williams Jr.

Personal Evolution: Realizing Our Little Successes and Failures | Donald Williams Jr.

Today, Donald Williams Jr. will talk to us about his personal evolution and his journey in college, finding out his true passions, and how he looked back on his experiences to see which ones shaped him into who he is today.
Apr 28, 202015:50
When Life Gives You Lemons | Caroline Kittrell

When Life Gives You Lemons | Caroline Kittrell

In our very first episode, Caroline Kittrell will share her story about dealing with the uncertainties life throws at her as someone who always likes to have a plan for what is next.
Apr 21, 202014:31
Real Talk, Let’s Talk | Trailer

Real Talk, Let’s Talk | Trailer

Real Talk, Let’s Talk is a podcast featuring Bears you know, stories from their lives, and real talk about the ups and downs of navigating college. Get to know the Mercerians you see on campus, and learn that you are not alone in the challenges you face.
Apr 19, 202002:07