Podcast of the Month: November RadioLab Presents More Perfect: Sex Appeal Description: "We lost a legend, Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg died on September 18th, 2020. This episode offers a unique portrait of how one person can make change in the world. This is a story of how Ginsburg, as a young lawyer at the ACLU, convinced an all-male Supreme Court to take discrimination against women seriously--using a case on discrimination against men." -RadioLab Ginsburg was a true genius who revolutionized women's rights and was revered by many. This podcast is a remembrance of her impact and also a reminder that an individual has the power to make an incredible impact.
Book of the Month: November "Mindset: The New Psychology of Success," Carol Dweck Description: Stanford University psychologist Carol S. Dweck, Ph.D., discovered a simple but groundbreaking idea: the power of mindset. In this brilliant book, she shows how success in school, work, sports, the arts, and almost every area of human endeavor can be dramatically influenced by how we think about our talents and abilities. People with a fixed mindset—those who believe that abilities are fixed—are less likely to flourish than those with a growth mindset—those who believe that abilities can be developed. Mindset reveals how great parents, teachers, managers, and athletes can put this idea to use to foster outstanding accomplishment.
November is National Indigenous People's Heritage Month. Thursday (Nov 26) was National Day of Mourning.National Day of Mourning (NDM) is not a happy or a merry day so please do not wish people on this day, instead acknowledge the day and world to educate yourself and others around you on its importance for many Indigenous communities. Thursday was a day when many Indigenous Peoples chose to fast starting at sundown on Wednesday. This is done to commemorate the struggle, starvation, and genocide their ancestors faced at the hands of European colonists and their descendants. Here are some resources surrounding this day and other ways to support the Indigenous community. Listed below are some resources to understand the untold stories of Thanksgiving.
Podcast of the Month: December "Kurthas & Bindis: Exploring Gender Identity in the South Asian Community,"Loudmouth Ladkis Description: "Gender expression is often attributed to what we wear, how we speak, and how we carry ourselves. In many cultures around the globe, gender identity and sexuality are both incredibly stigmatized. This week, we continued the discussion surrounding LGBTQ+ voices in the Desi community. We spoke to Nova (@spacelordnova) about gender identity, sexuality within the context of the South Asian nuclear family unit, and how cisgender and straight individuals can move towards active allyship. From normalizing introducing ourselves with our pronouns, educating ourselves, and opening our wallets to donate to reputable and ethical funds, we can support members of the LGBTQ+ community." (Loudmouth Ladkis)
Media TV Show: POSE Available to Stream on Netflix Enter into 1980s New York to follow the lives of LGBTQ+ individuals who thrive in the glamour of ball culture and struggle in a world that doesn't accept them. The show features nuanced narratives about sex work and living with HIV, but more than anything, it is a testament to the power of community and a chosen family.