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87. The Surprising Reason Why Black Americans Don't Live As Long

87. The Surprising Reason Why Black Americans Don't Live As Long

FromKnow Better Do Better


87. The Surprising Reason Why Black Americans Don't Live As Long

FromKnow Better Do Better

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Length:
15 minutes
Released:
Oct 31, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

It's a plain fact that Black Americans don't live as long as non-Black Americans, but there's much debate about what's shaving years off our lives. One increasingly popular theory is that these premature deaths may be caused by the chronic stress of racism.With the issue being chronic stress, there's something we can do about this.Your listen next list:The Racial Wealth Gap Has Hardly Budged Since 1963 on Apple & SpotifyWhat Actually Counts As Cultural Appropriation? on Apple & SpotifySources: Discrimination isn't just infuriating, it steals Black people's time, by Sean Collins and Izzie Ramirez; A racist society is detrimental to your health by Margo Snipe; Inflamed: Deep Medicine and the Anatomy of Injustice by Rupa Marya and Raj PatelTo support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.
Released:
Oct 31, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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Know Better Do Better (formerly The Changemaker) makes it easy for you to get informed and stay informed.It's hosted by Marie Beecham, a writer and speaker who has shared her fresh take on antiracism with millions. Her unique point of view will draw you in and send you off better equipped and inspired to make a difference.Interesting, insightful episodes on racial equity every Tuesday and Thursday.