On this episode, I chat to my friend, Eva, about altruism and how it is rooted in white supremacy, the difference between humility and humiliation and we even go on to critique the society and institutions in which we are being educated.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/yola-mzizi/support

On this episode I talk to my super-cool friend, Adala, who is doing big things in the film industry. We chat about the power of storytelling, advocacy, white feminism and pop culture. We also touch on the Main Character movement and why we are so disrespected.  Check out the pod's instagram here : https://www.instagram.com/podsobremesa/ Check out Adala's production company here: https://www.instagram.com/expositionmedia/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/yola-mzizi/support

On this episode, I talk to Jay about some of the issues that may come up in inter-racial friendships, we try to distinguish between tokenism and a genuine friendship and we brainstorm how to effectively call out racist 'friends.' --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/yola-mzizi/support

On this episode, we chat to Ahlaam and Faith about the highly contested issue of appropriation versus appreciation, we discuss power dynamics and even delve into appropriation amongst and within minority groups by asking whether it is okay for the Latinx community to say the N-word.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/yola-mzizi/support

TW: Sexual Assault  In this episode, we sit down with Lauren and Tanisha to talk about the #MeToo movement, accountability in the age of cancel culture and where do we go now in terms of eradicating toxic masculinity and talking about sexual assault.  If you, or a friend, have experienced a traumatic event and need support; be sure to call The National Sexual Assault Helpline at 1-800-656-4673.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/yola-mzizi/support

On this episode Anelga, Nena, Amelia and I discuss the Oscar nominations, representation in the film industry and debate on whether focusing on the nominations detracts from larger societal issues. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/yola-mzizi/support

On this episode we chat to Jules and Arudi about the legacy of Martin Luther King, the effectiveness active and passive resistance and we tackle the question of ‘are all opinions valid?’ in the age of white supremacy and Black Lives Matter. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/yola-mzizi/support

In this episode we catch up with Diogo and Jonathan to talk about dating in the queer community, navigating racist ideas that underpin attraction and grapple with the idea of the privilege of being romantically desirable. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/yola-mzizi/support

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