#123 | Everyone Is Equal w/ Barb Roose

<p>We are what we continually do. This week, Dr. Michael Brown and Teresa Brown look toward the holidays by reflecting on traditions of the past and present.</p> 

By the end of this episode, another person will lose their life to suicide. This week, Dr. Michael Brown and public health worker Crystal King have a sobering yet instructive conversation about battling depression, navigating grief, and finding healing. 

The average human being makes 35,000 decisions each day, and the average American couple spends 132 hours deciding what to eat each year. This week, Dr. Michael Brown and Dr. Justin Brown have a fun yet powerful conversation that introduces us to a random number generator. 

<p>How often do you know your friends’ exact salaries? For most of us, the answer is almost never. Yet, in our everyday lives and interactions, we notice the many small cues that make our class differences obvious. So why does talking about money create such an uncomfortable, cri ... Show More

Norman answers questions, then we get into the readings. (See substack for links to these, in one handy pdf.) Douglass, MLK. Is it violence that won the soul's freedom (see Du Bois's critique of the notion in the packet) or is there something else going on? Norman and the class t ... Show More

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 1 of The Messy Podcast!Tagline: Why the Right Decision Feels WrongIn this episode, we explore why trusting your intuition often feels uncomfortable, the link between people-pleasing and self-betrayal, and how to act on your needs despite others’ disap ... Show More

<p>The key to deeply connecting with others is about more than just talking — it's about asking the right kinds of questions, says journalist and author Charles Duhigg. He explores research-backed tools to have more meaningful conversations, sharing a simple yet powerful approach ... Show More

In this episode, Matthew talks to Sociology teacher and examiner Katie Tyler about how to approach questions on Social class and education. Katie explains some classic sociologists, contemporary studies and synoptic studies that can be applied. The discussion also considers some ... Show More

<p>Malcolm Gladwell sits down with Trevor and Christiana to discuss his new book, and why values should be held tightly but ideas should be held loosely. The trio also delve into the importance of television in shaping culture, and into their respective African roots (yes, Malcol ... Show More

<p>Last week on the show, we looked at the science of conversation, and how even ordinary chats can involve a delicate dance of coordination. This week, we explore the discussions we all dread: the tough ones. Telling someone they treated us poorly. Demanding a raise. Taking away ... Show More

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 1 of The Messy Podcast!Tagline: Why the Right Decision Feels WrongIn this episode, we explore why trusting your intuition often feels uncomfortable, the link between people-pleasing and self-betrayal, and how to act on your needs despite others’ disap ... Show More

<p>Avoiding tough conversations might feel easier, but it often holds us back.</p><br><p>In this episode, Jake and Damian unpack why leaning into difficult conversations is essential for growth, connection, and real leadership. With insights from guests like James Vowles, Emily M ... Show More

<p dir="ltr">Read our book, The Score That Matters <a href= "https://amzn.to/3XxHi7p">https://amzn.to/3XxHi7p</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Full show notes at <a href= "https://www.learningleader.com">www.LearningLeader.com</a> </p> <p>This episode is supported by <a href= "https://bit.ly ... Show More