Category: The Podcast
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MAMP Podcast Ep #42: Why Colorism Matters at this Moment
On episode 42 of the podcast (the final episode of Season 4 by the way), I’m giving a lesson on colorism – that is the preferential treatment given to others based on the color or shade of their skin. At this pivotal moment in American society, as people grapple with dismantling racism, it is critical…
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Ep# 39: Dear White People, You Must Fix Your Racism Problem
On Episode 39 of the My American Meltingpot podcast, I explain my agenda for white America in light of recent events in New York City and Minneapolis. Essentially, it’s time for white people to fix America’s race problem. Here’s a taste of what you’ll hear on this incredibly important Meltingpot Minute. Black Lives Matter…
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MAMP Podcast #38: Author Erin Entrada Kelly on Diversity and Dreaming of Space
On episode 38 of the My American Meltingpot podcast, I am excited to have award-winning author, Erin Entrada Kelly join me to talk about her brand new book, We Dream of Space, her impressive career writing middle grade novels, and why she’s so committed to including (truly) diverse characters in all of her work. Since…
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MAMP Podcast Ep #34: DNA Travel, Multiracial Identity & Adoption
On episode 34 of the My American Meltingpot podcast we’re talking about travel, family and finding self. Yes, we’re in the middle of a global pandemic and travel is probably the last thing on anyone’s mind right now, but this episode isn’t about planning the perfect cruise or finding cheap flights. My guest on the…
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MAMP Podcast Ep#33:How to be a Meltingpot Mom During a Global Pandemic
Episode 33 is a Meltingpot Minute episode where I’m sharing some tips and suggestions on how to be a Meltingpot Mom during a global pandemic. Think of this a multicultural resource guide for parenting during the Corona crisis. As mothers during these unprecedented times of social isolation, lockdown, fear and homeschooling(!!!), we are tasked with…
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MAMP Podcast Ep#30: How to Live a Boldly Multicultural Life
On episode 30 of the My American Meltingpot podcast, I’ve invited serial entrepreneur and activist, Sonia Smith-Kang to share how she lives a boldly multicultural life. Sonia is a multicultural advocate who draws from her rich cultural heritage as an Afro-Latina and proud military brat born in Puerto Rico and stationed on the Hawaiian island…
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MAMP Podcast Ep#28: Guess Who’s Afraid of Interracial Relationships?
Hello Meltingpot Community, We made it to Season 4! On episode 28 of the podcast we are going to be talking about interracial relationships in the 21st century. More specifically, we’re going to discuss why, 53 years after the Loving decision made interracial marriage legal in all 50 states, we are still divided over interracial…
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MAMP Podcast Ep #27 Rewind: The Challenges of Traveling as a Multiracial Family
On episode 27 of the My American Meltingpot podcast, we’re talking about the joys and challenges of multiracial family travel. What makes traveling as a multiracial family unique and different? Tune into this honest and fact-filled episode to find out. Be warned, we’re talking about more than hair products and sunscreen…although these multicultural essentials do…
