Dr. Lucretia Berry: Unpacking Racism and Healing Together
We can't send our kids out into the world thinking, telling them like: oh, it's a post racial society, and you know, race doesn't matter. Because then you don't, you know, I don't want to battle with people. It's like I'm not trying to be, I'm not trying to manipulate you, to believe the way I believe.
What happens when an expert in anti-racism education sits down to talk about one of the most pressing issues of our time? In this episode of 'Flip Your Lid', Kim Honeycutt welcomes Dr. Lucretia Berry, the founder and President of Brownicity, to discuss the critical need for accessible anti-racism education. Dr. Berry's extensive background as a former college professor and curriculum specialist provides a rich foundation for this enlightening conversation.
She’s designed impactful courses and authored the study guide 'What LIES Between Us: Fostering First Steps Toward Racial Healing', making her a leading voice in racial healing education. The episode dives into the events of January 6, 2021, in Washington, DC, shifting the conversation to the urgent need for addressing systemic racism. Dr. Berry breaks down complex topics like Polyvagal theory, explaining how our bodies respond to stress and trauma, and how these responses tie into implicit bias.
She also touches on toxic relationships and systems, white rage, and voter suppression, shedding light on how these issues affect us all. Dr. Berry emphasizes the importance of collective power and understanding ethnicity, reminding us that we are all hues of brown. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of racism and learn practical steps toward healing.
Tune in to 'Flip Your Lid' with Kim Honeycutt for a conversation that’s as educational as it is transformative.