<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;Navigating Racial Myths: A Conversation with Steve Brigham&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;Join us on this episode of 'Lean to the Left' as we address the pressing issue of racism in America with white author and racial equity consultant, Steve Brigham. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;Drawing from his book, 'It's Never Been a Level Playing Field: Overcoming Eight Racial Myths to Even the Field,' Steve shares his 35-year journey dedicated to dismantling racial myths that hinder equality. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;We explore systemic racism in housing, criminal justice disparities, and over 36 proposed reforms across education, housing, economic justice, and more. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;Steve also reflects on raising biracial children in an African American community and how it has influenced his perspective on racism and social justice. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;Tune in for eye-opening facts, actionable recommendations, and insights to build a more equitable society. If you enjoy this episode, please like and subscribe! We have many more thought-provoking discussions lined up that you won't want to miss."&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;CHAPTERS:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;00:00 Introduction: Racism in America&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;00:27 Meet Steve Brigham: Author and Advocate&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;01:00 Steve's Consulting Work on Racial Equity&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;02:41 Personal Experiences with Racism&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;05:20 The Myth of a Level Playing Field&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;07:02 Exploring Racial Myths and Realities&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;09:45 Criminal Justice Disparities&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;10:35 Recommendations for Change&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;12:58 Discussing White Poverty and Moral Fusion Movement&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;13:46 Potential Programs to Address Poverty&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;15:16 Impact of Upcoming Election on Policies&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;17:12 Local Innovations and Affordable Housing&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;18:05 Environmental Justice and Criminal Justice Reform&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;19:33 Personal Reflections on Racism and Parenting&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;21:59 Inspiration Behind the Book&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;22:50 Where to Find the Book and Newsletter&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;24:56 Encouragement to Learn and Take Action&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;25:46 Conclusion and Final Thoughts&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;About Bob Gatty&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;A former journalist and communications consultant, Bob Gatty is the founder and editor of the Lean to the Left blog and host of this podcast, which focuses on progressive politics and the important social issues of our time. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;Bob's new book, Hijacked Nation: Donald Trump's Attack on America's Greatness, is now available for pre-order on Amazon.com and is now available on Amazon, Barnes &amp;amp; Noble and other outlets. Paperback: $11; Hardcover: $24. Digital version coming soon. Here's a direct link: https://amzn.to/4eK8ghZ&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);"&gt;______________________&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

The Lean to the Left Podcast

Bob Gatty

Navigating Racial Myths: A Conversation with Steve Brigham

OCT 29, 202427 MIN
The Lean to the Left Podcast

Navigating Racial Myths: A Conversation with Steve Brigham

OCT 29, 202427 MIN

Description

<p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">Navigating Racial Myths: A Conversation with Steve Brigham</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">Join us on this episode of 'Lean to the Left' as we address the pressing issue of racism in America with white author and racial equity consultant, Steve Brigham. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">Drawing from his book, 'It's Never Been a Level Playing Field: Overcoming Eight Racial Myths to Even the Field,' Steve shares his 35-year journey dedicated to dismantling racial myths that hinder equality. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">We explore systemic racism in housing, criminal justice disparities, and over 36 proposed reforms across education, housing, economic justice, and more. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">Steve also reflects on raising biracial children in an African American community and how it has influenced his perspective on racism and social justice. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">Tune in for eye-opening facts, actionable recommendations, and insights to build a more equitable society. If you enjoy this episode, please like and subscribe! We have many more thought-provoking discussions lined up that you won't want to miss."</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">CHAPTERS:</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">00:00 Introduction: Racism in America</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">00:27 Meet Steve Brigham: Author and Advocate</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">01:00 Steve's Consulting Work on Racial Equity</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">02:41 Personal Experiences with Racism</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">05:20 The Myth of a Level Playing Field</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">07:02 Exploring Racial Myths and Realities</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">09:45 Criminal Justice Disparities</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">10:35 Recommendations for Change</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">12:58 Discussing White Poverty and Moral Fusion Movement</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">13:46 Potential Programs to Address Poverty</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">15:16 Impact of Upcoming Election on Policies</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">17:12 Local Innovations and Affordable Housing</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">18:05 Environmental Justice and Criminal Justice Reform</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">19:33 Personal Reflections on Racism and Parenting</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">21:59 Inspiration Behind the Book</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">22:50 Where to Find the Book and Newsletter</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">24:56 Encouragement to Learn and Take Action</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">25:46 Conclusion and Final Thoughts</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">About Bob Gatty</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">A former journalist and communications consultant, Bob Gatty is the founder and editor of the Lean to the Left blog and host of this podcast, which focuses on progressive politics and the important social issues of our time. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">Bob's new book, Hijacked Nation: Donald Trump's Attack on America's Greatness, is now available for pre-order on Amazon.com and is now available on Amazon, Barnes &amp; Noble and other outlets. Paperback: $11; Hardcover: $24. Digital version coming soon. Here's a direct link: https://amzn.to/4eK8ghZ</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">______________________</span></p>