Real Quick: Politicians Need Experience
Politicians need experience to do their job. This may fall under the “unpopular opinion” category to some people, but it’s…
Learning for Adults
Tools to help you as the adult have a foundation, vocabulary and principles behind anti-racism and inclusion.
What is a Decolonized Story? Here Are 3 Characteristics
We hear all the time how the episodes in our Untold Stories series are some of everyone’s favorites — and…
3 Common Critical Race Theory Myths and How You Can Respond
Despite what you may see on social media, Critical Race Theory is not the boogie man! Critical Race Theory, or…
How Do I Avoid Cultural Appropriation When It Comes to Halloween Costumes? 
“Is a (fill in the blank) costume cultural appropriation?” “How do I know if the costumes we’ve picked are appropriation?” …
How Do I Start Talking to My Kids About Racism?
When your kiddo says something racist or is exposed to racism in some way, it is, of course, a time…
Oh No! I Talked About Racism and Made Things Worse
I’ve heard from so many parents who have been listening to the First Name Basis Podcast and other anti-racist educators,…
Where Did Student Loans Come From and Why Is College So Expensive?
The fact that there is a need for student loan forgiveness really paints a picture of just how complicated education…
Real Talk: You Should Support Student Loan Forgiveness
It’s been a few weeks since the White House announced a plan for student loan forgiveness, and in that time,…
You Are Not Meant to Do This Alone: The Power of Anti-Racist Community
Anti-racism is meant to be done in community. It makes sense, right? This work is SO important and we need…
How Can I Show Up on Social Media When I Don’t Have All of the Answers?
Social media feels like a double-edged sword: It can be a great way to keep in touch with family and…