#263 Challenging Dominant Narratives

The Diverse Minds Podcast

Welcome to the 263rd episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! In celebration of Black History Month 2024, this episode focuses on this year's theme - Reclaiming Narratives. We’ll delve into the power of storytelling and how narratives shape our thinking and society.

In today’s show on Challenging Dominant Narratives

• What is a narrative? [00:57]
• How stories and our ways of thinking shape society. [03:10]
• The meaning of narrative change. [05:58]
• Stories staff use to make sense of complex issues. [07:27]
• The importance of having sensitivity input. [09:26]

Quotes on Challenging Dominant Narratives

• A narrative is a story that you may write or tell someone in several mediums.
• Narratives enhance and reinforce assumptions.
• Exposure to others' views can shape our own.
• Understanding the dominant narrative is essential.
• We go to work to solve problems.

Resources on Challenging Dominant Narratives

• Episode #233: What are white Dominant Norms?
• Episode #234: Identifying white Dominant Norms
• Episode #235: Shifting white Dominant Norms
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