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Aug 2022
32m 33s

You Can't Say That Anymore!

Tim McClure & Chris DeSantis
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Are you using common words and phrases that are now considered socially inappropriate? Culturally appropriated or insensitive? Derogatory? Overly gendered? Non-inclusive? Or just annoying and overused? If so, you are not alone. In this episode, Mary and Chris explore words and phrases that are now deemed problematic. We’d love to tell you what they are, but ... Show More
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