Publishing with Kelis Rowe

05/27/24 • 37 min

"Writing Black stories that center joy and everyday experiences is a revolutionary act that shifts narratives and challenges stereotypes."

This episode with Kelis Rowe spotlights the critical need for authentic representation of Black American teenagers in young adult romance novels. The discussion emphasizes the importance of these narratives in fostering a positive self-image and broader societal perception. Both Kelis and host Dr. Adriane Johnson-Williams dive into the often overlooked areas of Black joy and everyday experiences beyond racial pain, advocating for a more inclusive approach in literature and media.

"Writing Black stories that center joy and everyday experiences is a revolutionary act that shifts narratives and challenges stereotypes."

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Environment with Yinka Bode-George

"Sustainability is about legacy. Looking forward to generations of people and shifting your behaviors today so that they can have a better outcome tomorrow."

This episode focuses on how Yinka Bode-George's organization acts as a catalyst in aligning corporate sustainability efforts with environmental justice. Addressing the complex issues of environmental racism and inequity, Yinka shares insights on projects aimed at creating a sustainable future that honors equity, such as the Sustain Our Future initiative. The overarching theme resonates with the goal of writing a love letter to future generations through sustainable and just environmental practices.

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Mind with Dr. David Goode-Cross

"For all the work that I do, I don't actually use the word equity in my work. Generally, right? Because I don't know that it's achievable. What I probably use is trying to do right by people or trying to be fair. And you know, the myriad definitions of fair...I really try to think through, how do I do right by this person? How do I do right by people? And I would say, the growth over the last 3 years has recognized that I am part of people too."

Today we're looking into the crucial intersections of mental health care and equity with our distinguished guest, Dr. David Goode-Cross, a licensed psychologist and the founder of The Goode Practice. Dr. Goode-Cross brings a wealth of experience and a revolutionary approach to mental health care, focusing on empowering marginalized communities and disrupting traditional systems to create more equitable healthcare environments.

In today’s conversation, we’ll explore Dr. Goode-Cross’s unique perspective on systemic change within mental health practices, the challenges of providing services in an equitable fashion, and the importance of identity concordance in therapeutic outcomes. Dr. Goode-Cross also sheds light on his personal journey from aspiring self-help author to becoming a reputable psychologist, his research on resilience among Black gay and bisexual men, and the day-to-day realities of working within a practice that primarily serves people of color who are also gender or sexual minorities.