8.11: 3 Things I’ve Learned On My Anti-Racist Journey

First Name Basis Podcast

This episode is a bit of a role reversal with someone I admire SO MUCH.

I have been a longtime fan of Rachel Nielson’s podcast 3 in 30: Takeaways for Moms. Each episode is 30 minutes long and provides 3 ACTIONABLE takeaways for listeners to go and do. She has over 250 episodes covering a huge variety of topics — from potty training to mental health to tips for not looking at your phone as much — and I’ve been honored to be a guest on her podcast in the past to talk about anti-racism. And on top of that, I’m lucky to get to call Rachel a dear friend and podcasting mentor of mine.

But today, Rachel is bringing her takeaways to First Name Basis as I interviewed her about three takeaways from her anti-racism journey. Rachel is white, which makes this episode relatable and a great opportunity to learn for anyone who is also white or benefits from white privilege. But if you are BIPOC, this episode is a helpful one for you to hear too because it can be one you can share with people you want to be able to have real conversations with about anti-racism.

Rachel is so open and vulnerable in this episode as she shares her takeaways, which are so profound in how foundational they are. Her takeaways are:

1) Be willing to acknowledge the possibility that you might be racist.

2) Start looking for examples of racism in yourself.

3) Diversify your community — both online and in person.

I hope you take time to listen and reflect on what your own anti-racism takeaways would be.

Invite Jasmine to work with your school!

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Jasmine Bradshaw, the host and founder of the First Name Basis Podcast, is an anti-racist educator and former second-grade teacher who has a passion for helping schools make real change. Whether you’re looking for a keynote speaker at your next PTA event, want to implement our Ally Elementary curriculum at your school, or need someone to consult with your school and provide teacher trainings, Jasmine is your go-to resource.

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If you’re looking for activities for your kids or students to do that are both fun and meaningful, we’ve got something for you!

Our Little Allies Activity Book is now available! It’s a coloring book that is focused on allyship, and all the activities are based around anti-racism.

The Little Allies Activity Book includes:

• Color by number

• Protest I Spy

• Dot to dot

• Anti-racist word search

• Black history unscramble

• And more!

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Articles, Studies, & Podcasts Referenced in the Episode

Rachel’s Instagram @3in30podcast

Rachel’s website

Rachel is hosting a FREE masterclass on how to be a less angry mom. Register and learn more at 3in30podcast.com/freeclass

Three of my favorite 3 in 30 episodes are:

• “How to Stop Looking at Your Phone So Much–and Why It Matters with Dr. Katie Penry”

• “​​How to Be the Mom You Are–Instead of the Mom You Think You Should Be with Julie Bastedo”

• “More Peace, Less Frustration: The Power of Family Systems with Susie Salinas”

My episode on Rachel’s 3 in 30 Podcast: “Teaching Your Kids about Racism & Bias”

Harvard implicit association test

TEDx Talk by Verna Myers, "How to Overcome Our Biases: Walk Boldly Towards Them"

Rachel’s Declutter Your Mother audio course

Join the waitlist for Rachel’s Self-Assured Motherhood program