Part Two: Celebrating Black History with Michelle and Pearl Artwork

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Let’s Rethink This is taking real conversations about mental illness from behind closed doors right out into the open. Hosted by Abby Berger, episodes will explore the complex corners of mental illness by having candid conversations with people living with a severe mental illness and mental health providers on how mental illness affects all aspects of life including education, employment, housing, relationships and so much more. Let’s Rethink This is bringing you real stories of the challenges of mental illness along with real inspiration to manage the symptoms of mental illness, find belonging and purpose in your community, and gain the confidence to live a healthy, quality life.

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Part Two: Celebrating Black History with Michelle and Pearl

April 04, 2022 • Abby Berger • Episode 40

Date: April 4, 2022

Name of Show: Let’s Rethink This

Episode title and number: Part Two: Celebrating Black History with Michelle and Pearl

Brief summary of show: We’re back with a second episode talking about the importance of celebrating Black History. In this episode, we talk about some lesser-known icons of Black history and issues of discrimination and stigma in healthcare.

Bullet points of key topics & timestamps:

0:40 - 5:15 Black History Icon Maya Angelou

5:25 - 11:39 Sydney Poitnier & Cecily Tyson

12:22 - 21:19 Healthcare for Black Americans

22:43 - 25:05 How to Support Better Healthcare Practices without Biases

List of resources mentioned in episode:

Independence Center

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