Represent, Represent. The Reel Ethics discusses how marginalized groups and individuals are depicted and represented in film.References:Aufderheide, P., Chandra, M., & Jaszi, P.A. (2009). Honest Truths: Documentary Filmmakers on Ethical Challenges in Their Work.Feder, S. (Director), & Scholder, A., & Cox, L. (Producers). (2020, June 19). Disclosure [Video file]. Retrieved March 28, 2021, from https://www.netflix.com/watch/81284247?trackId=13752289&tctx=0%2C0%2C3ad118bd24f7252c20023117e28d0e1154ea1491%3A0221a46977bf43582b25c112edb16b983c9b625c%2C3ad118bd24f7252c20023117e28d0e1154ea1491%3A0221a46977bf43582b25c112edb16b983c9b625c%2Cunknown%2CHiller, A. (Director). (n.d.). Silver streak [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.amazon.com/Silver-Streak-Gene-Wilder/dp/B000I9U9YU/ref=sr12?crid=2M58BS232YRF5&dchild=1&keywords=silver+streak+movie&qid=1616949372&sprefix=Silver+Streak%2Caps%2C234&sr=8-2Washington, L. (2019, December 29). The importance of representation in film and media. Retrieved March 28, 2021, from https://medium.com/@Laurenwash/the-importance-of-representation-in-film-and-media-2d006149cac9

In this episode we look at discrimination in workplace settings and how LGBTQIA are more likely to experience harassment, abuse and attacks than heterosexual employees. The role of employers/business and various industries of creating a space of inclusivity that ensure all employees no matter their sexuality, gender identity, race, etc. are treated fairly with dignity. As we talk with LGBTQIA advocate, Behavior Analysts, and Podcast creator and host of Love, Sex, and Applied Behavior Analysis, Cammie MorganReferences: Bockstock v Clayton County, Https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/19pdf/17-1618_hfci.pdf 1-172 (CERTIORARI TO THE UNITED STATES COURT OF APPEALS FOR THE ELEVENTH CIRCUIT June 15, 2020).Burns, C., & Krehely, J. (2011, May). Gay and transgender people face high rates of workplace discrimination and harassment. Retrieved March 09, 2021, from https://www.scribd.com/document/56938854/Gay-and-Transgender-People-Face-High-Rates-of-Workplace-Discrimination-and-HarassmentCasey, L. S., Reisner, S. L., Findling, M. G., Blendon, R. J., Benson, J. M., Sayde, J. M., & Miller, C. (2019). Discrimination in the United states: Experiences of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer Americans. Health Services Research, 54(S2), 1454-1466. doi:10.1111/1475-6773.13229Dave Chappelle: Sticks & Stones. (2019, August 26). Retrieved March 07, 2021, from https://www.netflix.com/watch/81140577?trackId=13752289&tctx=0%2C1%2Ca57363d003a2ac207d2e1c90df60de5fa244d71f%3A2dd0a0db24b6cff2480b59a377dd64ddeefcb49f%2Ca57363d003a2ac207d2e1c90df60de5fa244d71f%3A2dd0a0db24b6cff2480b59a377dd64ddeefcb49f%2Cunknown%2CDemme, J. (Director), & Nyswanger, R. (Writer). (n.d.). Philadelphia [Video file].Ellsworth, D., Mendy, A., & Sullivan, G. (2020, October 09). How the lgbtq community fares in the workplace. Retrieved March 09, 2021, from https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights/diversity-and-inclusion/how-the-lgbtq-plus-community-fares-in-the-workplaceLGBT workplace Discrimination: UPDATED 2021. (2021, February 22). Retrieved March 09, 2021, from https://pridelegal.com/lgbt-workplace-discrimination/

In this episode we look at the criminal justice system. In most cases Public Defenders work to defend the most vulnerable population against a system that uses discriminatory practices in sentencing. It’s a fine balance between validating the victim experience and holding defendants accountable while upholding rights to due process. As we talk with Los Angelo’s County, Public Defense Attorney Emily Milton.References:Due process. (n.d.). Retrieved February 21, 2021, from https://www.law.cornell.edu/constitution-conan/amendment-5/due-processPorter, N., Nellis, A., & Rovner, J. (2021, January 15). Top trends in state criminal justice Reform, 2020. Retrieved February 22, 2021, from https://www.sentencingproject.org/publications/top-trends-in-state-criminal-justice-reform-2020/West, S. (Director). (n.d.). Con air [Video file]. Retrieved February 21, 2021, from https://www.hulu.com/watch/a621b946-a117-482f-a792-d76aa1f75369

In this episode The Reel Ethics discusses the ethical dilemma that surrounds search engines; unethical and discriminatory practices of tech companies in what author Safiya Umoja Noble calls the “Algorithms of Oppression”. So, listen as we look at how ratings and reviews determine one’s worth and access to the finer things in life based off of data and perception, controlled by bias algorithms and the people that design and develop them. As we talk with San Diego based photographer, activist and educator Alejandro Martinez founder of Tira Together arts project in Tijuana. In this Episode “Ethics and The Search”.Resources: Buranyi, S. (2017, August 8). Rise of the racist robots – how AI is learning all our worst impulsesRetrived from https://www.theguardian.com/inequality/2017/aug/08/rise-of-the-racist-robots-how-ai-is-learning-all-our-worst-impulseshttps://www.searchenginejournal.com/what-is-ethical-seo/318483/#closehttps://www.partnershiponai.org/about/ Macciola, A. (2019, August 29). Bad, Bias and unethical uses of AI. Retrieved from https://enterprisersproject.com/article/2019/8/4-unethical-uses-aiMartinez. A. (n.d.). Retrieved February 7, 2021, from https://tiratogether.org/Noble, Safiya (2018). Algorithms of oppression: How search engines reinforce racism. New York,NY, US: New York University Press. ISBN 978-1-4798-3364-1.Benjamin, R. (2020). Race after technology abolitionist tools for the new Jim code. Cambridge, UK: Polity. ISBN: 978-1-509-52643-7Varghese, S. (2019, June 29). Ruha Benjamin: 'We definitely can't wait for Silicon Valley to become more diverse'. Retrieved February 02, 2021, from https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2019/jun/29/ruha-benjamin-we-cant-wait-silicon-valley-become-more-diverse-prejudice-algorithms-data-new-jim-code

The Reel Ethics will be releasing new episodes every fortnight on Thursdays. New full episodes will resume 2.11.21

Roll Call. The Reel Ethics reviews modern and contemporary ethics and philosophy; Acknowledging pioneers who continued and continue to fight for change despite personal repercussions or lost of their own rights and freedoms. Giving thanks to philosophers, thinkers, authors, artists and activists who have contributed to the continuous fight for CIVIL RIGHTS.

In this episode we are discussing the constant social challenges we are seeing specifically in the U.S with adhering to public health recommended practices for covid-19. In what we can see as the ongoing cycle of distrust in health policy and behavior. How this new social accepted fashion of wearing face mask, has created so many ethical discussions regarding people’s rights, methods of policing and shaming of others, and increase of skeptics in this time of uncertainty of one and others health and safety. As we talk with public health representative Stephanie Moody-Geissler

In this holiday bonus, The Reel Ethnics discusses utilitarianism. What does it mean and how can we put utilitarianism into practice this holiday season by doing good whether it be donating to your favorite charity, volunteering, supporting those in need, buying local, up cycling if possible and lastly simply spending times with those who are dear to you.

This week we bring to light the ethics behind respecting each other’s space, as we chat with Sarah and Chad Spinks to discuss unethical practices of local governments means to silencing their communities through forms of censorships. A look at Local governments infringement of homeowners right to freedom of speech and placement of signs in this episode “My Lawn, My Signs and The Rules of Censorship”.

Ronnie Brooks discusses Socrates pursuit of knowledge and the avoidance of ignorance through the the Socratic method and how this method is being applied today. Every other week The Reel Ethics will be presenting short segments on a specific ethical construct or teaching that will be referenced in our upcoming episodes.