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18/06/2024

LIVE on air at WGXC-90.7FM. Theme: Each 1 Reach 1, Fathers 4 LIFE! Take a deep dive into roles of fathers and wade through mental health care. How to gain control in the middle of chaos? What steps do you take?

Fatherhood! Hear it discussed on the show tonight! At 7pm!

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21/05/2024

RACE TALKS is LIVE! Tonight at 7pm...and what's the TALK term? "Jewish-American"...what is it? Who is it? Interesting...is it not? Right for the times. Join tonight...Like RACE TALKS and click on the link for the LIVE show. You won't regret the hour or so you spend.

14/03/2024

Hmm! No response yet for Elon Musks "words?" He calls DEI racist! It would be good to hear from you, so that RACE TALKS may have the discussion this month, Tuesday, March 19th! Share here!

28/02/2024

Here is the link to last week's RACE TALKS show: https://wavefarm.org/wf/archive/zk4yz7

Like MERCH?! Here's a link to the Wave Farm/WGXC shop home of the Race Talks radio show. Check it out and circulate! https://wave-farm-inc.square.site/

19/02/2024

Join us Tuesday, the 20th!

Talk term? "Enslaved Americans" replaced American slaves. Is this a REAL change in thinking or a version of WOKEness? This is discussed on Race Talks this February with the theme: Celebration Black History Month.

The RACE TALKS team has a ton of "fun" facts--with Guest TALKer, Heidi Hill in the studio! Enjoy our Roundtable Talk on why it is important to highlight the lesser-known, enslaved Americans who had a hand in building our country. Just how inventive were these Americans of whose shoulders we stand? Let's play Race Talks Jeopardy!

This month, host Kimberly Y. Erwin seeks to share much of what is still little known about the enslaved American. The population formerly referred to as American Slaves has enriched America in so many invaluable ways. Few have achieved their place in the historical spotlight, until now.

01/02/2024

Assemblymember Didi Barrett last provides much information on what is happening in Upstate New York and specifically, the Hudson Valley region. Check out HER words from District 106. And, sign up to stay in the loop! (BTW: We received this link. Happy to post others here. Just messenger us them. The more the MORE words MaTTer!

Didi's District Digest--Assemblymember Didi Barrett's newsletter for her District 106 constituents.

16/01/2024

RACE TALKS® JANUARY 2024 tonight...in just over an hour!

[Click here: https://wavefarm.org/listen]

THEME: REMEMBERING a KING with TALK Term: "OVERCOME" with music by

Not in the studio due to inclement weather, but I have a wealth of guests (including former Guest TALKer, Stephanie Monseu) to help share in the remembrance of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

What to listen for?
Inspirational quotes, personal stories, & RIGHT ACTS to forward his (and mine, and your) DREAM.

Thanks for listening! [Click here: https://wavefarm.org/listen] TONIGHT at 7:02is pm. 😁

The celebration continues...

20/12/2023

Great show last night! 'Gremlins and ALL!' - the show may have started and ended without a nod to the host...ME! But...that's show biz. Thanks Ron. "Excellence." https://wavefarm.org/wf/archive/ke22wm (Spoiler: Ifetayo Cobbins was unable to be present. She gets a raincheck.)

Explore ART & POETRY for Exploration and Engagement throughout the diaspora. This episode, with the artistry of two incredible guests, is an exploration of ART & POETRY to share a cultural lens throughout the diaspora:

17/10/2023

This month's word on RACE TALKS? Social Construct. People mention it when talking about "race," but what does it mean?
A "social construct" refers to an idea, concept, or phenomenon that is created and maintained by society rather than being a natural or inherent part of the world. It is a product of collective human understanding and agreement, shaping our perception and interpretation of various aspects of life. The idea is to highlight how our understanding of the world is influenced by collective human beliefs and agreements rather than objective, universal truths. By recognizing these constructs, we can better understand and, if necessary, challenge and change the societal norms and structures that may perpetuate inequalities or biases.

This concept can be applied in the following ways:

1. **Gender Identity**: Gender is often used as an example of a social construct.
2. **Race and Ethnicity**: Race is another example of a social construct. You can explain that racial categories are not based on inherent genetic differences but are labels assigned by society.
3. **Social Hierarchies**
4. **Norms and Values**
5. **Institutions**: Institutions like marriage, government, and even social media platforms like Facebook are social constructs that are created and maintained by society.
6. **Identity and Self-Concept**: Social constructs influence our identity and self-concept. Event labels like "student," "parent," "activist," or "artist" are constructs that affect how we perceive ourselves and how others see us.

19/09/2023

So what is the difference between "anti-" and "non-?" Click on the link to join live from the radio station WGXC-90.7FM where Host, Kimberly Y. Erwin discusses this very item. You know guys...she WAS an English Teacher and Editor... Let's listen in and get SCHOOLED on why being an ANTI-RACIST is more beneficial to ending racism. https://wavefarm.org/radio/wgxc/schedule/m6dphe TONIGHT at 7:00pm.

"Race Talks," hosted by intercultural communicator and author Kimberly Y. Erwin, provides expertise on the topic of race and ethnicity. With the national conversation in the media over racial inequity, ignorance or indifference is not a proper retreat. Erwin enjoys speaking with people from every wa...

18/07/2023

📣 Tonight is the night we've been waiting for!

Host of RACE TALKS, Kimberly Y. Erwin, is LIVE at 7pm on WGXC 90.7FM https://wavefarm.org/radio/wgxc/schedule/m6dphe for a very special episode!

TALK Term is "Affirmative Action." Find out how this term MATTERS. Especially, it matters to the Guest TALKer, Kemoy Briscoe, a higher education administrator who worked in Higher Education Opportunity Programs offices in notable colleges in New York State. As a mother of two young African American children, Kemoy will tout her beliefs on whether or not the demise of the policy that may have affected her choice in colleges may indeed affect the future choices of her children. The Theme: "The Future of Our Youth" will be of interest to every parent of future college-bound "black and brown youth."

Also included in this packed evening is the premier of a Jeopardy-like battle with the naming of ethnic "FIRSTS ." Our Former WGXC host, Garrett Roche of The Roche Solid Truth podcast (www.therochesolidtruth.com) is slated to join the competition with the purpose of gaining financial support for the station's summer fundraising campaign.

Can you say, "SUSTAINING SUPPORTER?" Well, if you don't guess right, you may choose to be one--for as little as $5 a month! How else can you learn how "ALL words maTTEr"!

"Race Talks," hosted by intercultural communicator and author Kimberly Y. Erwin, provides expertise on the topic of race and ethnicity. With the national conversation in the media over racial inequity, ignorance or indifference is not a proper retreat. Erwin enjoys speaking with people from every wa...

19/06/2023

WOKE: It's the TALK TERM for Race Talks® June episode.

Join us in this month's Race Talks® 90.7FM LIVE tomorrow TUESDAY at 7pm. (www.wgxc.org) episode as we delve into the multifaceted concept of wokeness. Let's explore its meaning, share personal experiences, and examine its impact on our lives and communities. Together, we can expand our understanding, challenge societal norms, and contribute to the collective journey towards a more just and equal future.

Tune in to WGXC-90.7FM or visit wgxc.org to be part of this transformative conversation on Race Talks®. Let's awaken our minds, ignite change, and continue the pursuit of justice.

03/05/2023

Wow! We've been BEHIND the TIMES! This month is Asian American Pacific Islander month OR Asian Pacific American month! Hmm...🧐...What's the difference? There is one (or two) however slight...

YOU TELL ME...below and I will share this with you BEFORE the next RACE TALKS® episode Tuesday, May 16th at 7pm. YOUR response may be discussed there.

21/02/2023

RIGHT NOW!

14/01/2023

RACE: A Binding Illusion is the theme of January's Race Talks® on WGXC.org this Tuesday, a day after the MLK, Jr. Day celebration.

What might these words inspire? "Binding Illusion?" As it alludes to 'race' we can very clearly surmise that it is an UNTRUTH to say that there is anything but one, human race. How does it bind?

We say it and are educated in our glossary's at schools and on forms when we answer questions like that on the census. RACE is STILL here, but both Kimberly Erwin and Joanne Louis-Paul seek to unwrap the idiocy of forever EVER referring to people of varying ethnic make-ups and identities as anything akin to a separate 'race.'

YES!

22/11/2022

What do PRONOUNS--"I, she, he it, we, our, ours, his/her/hers, them/their/theirs, this, that, those, which," etc.--have to do with IT?

Help folks understand why normalizing the practice of pronoun-sharing is such a savvy ally action. Share your pronouns in your email signature. Then add the ...

21/11/2022

So, I may have missed mentioning it. November's RACE TALKS hosted the topic: in the workplace and discussed the Native American role in WWII as .

Codeswitching is what we all do...gender, age, culture, ethnic identity, position of authority, roles...we all "play" some role in life at different times and with different people, in different arenas.

Codeswitching is a positive occurrence. Just recognize THAT you are doing it and the appropriateness of the responses should let you know if you were successful at it! 😘

AND NO, to that high school boy who called me "bro" and "n***a." I'm not you friend or your AGE! You better recognize!

Host Kimberly Y. Erwin is joined by guests Timothy L. Harper, Ph.D., and attorney Summer Burnley for the third and final broadcast in the series, Race and the Workplace. The broadcast will acknowledge and celebrate National Native American Heritage Month, and the conversation will focus on how to id...

08/11/2022

On RACE TALKS® this month. Host, Kimberly Y. Erwin explores terms: Code Switching, First Nation, and other Social Identification mechanisms within and outside of the workplace.

Join Kimberly and Dr. Harper (Associate Professor in Skidmore College's Management and Business Department) on the 3rd Tuesday of November at 7pm.

Enjoy their conversation and share your thoughts here. You may be chosen to be a guest TALKer on an upcoming show! You Matter...so V.O.T.E. today in New York.

See you on 11.15.22. Love.Beauty.Joy and Strength.Determination.Kindness ( -SDK)

17/10/2022

TOMORROW!!!

Listen to RACE TALKS® for more chat on these two words--Diwali and Indigenous! The HOST, Kimberly Y. Erwin, is a major fan and both of the scheduled guests bring REAL WORLD experiences to them! 😘

TOMORROW at 7pm right here: https://wavefarm.org/listen

Kimberly Erwin BOOM Rattle BOOM

15/10/2022

INDIGENOUS

Did you know we are *celebrating DIWALI (pronounced: Dee-Vah-Lee) in America now? Diwali is the Hindu's Celebration of Light. The celebration is brought to the US by "Indians." Not those "indigenous" to the U.S. but from India.

https://www.hinduamerican.org/diwali-toolkit?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&gclid=CjwKCAjwtKmaBhBMEiwAyINuwAUlCduD6-f01D4rDE6QAHCmTCFm3EuEMaIyBTaZxUE_ItevlIjxCRoCEc0QAvD_BwE

This comes on the heels of recognizing Christopher Columbus Day as "Indigenous" People's Day.

What does it mean to be "Indigenous?" (Share YOUR thoughts below.)

Dictionary Definition: (from Oxford Languages)
"originating or occurring naturally in a particular place; native."

*CELEBRATE DIWALI (for four days) starting October 24th!

Diwali is a Hindu festival that is celebrated every year on the 15th day of the month of Kartik in the Hindu calendar (October or November on the Western calendar).

20/09/2022

September and October are host to Latino/Hispanic Heritage Month. What is the difference between Latino & Hispanic?

Why is the government adding "x" to the term Latin?

Do terms used in the past century, "Chicano" still mean something?

Let's see if we can get answers to any of these questions tonight...on...

RACE TALKS® with host, Kimberly Y. Erwin. It's the last in the series "Race and Wellness" LIVE with guest TALKer Gregory Owens and Leah Penniman as a special guest TALKer. I will highlight Latina/o/xx (Hispanic) Heritage Month and focus on RACIAL HEALING. You are invited to ask questions here below. We'll get to as many as we can in our roundtable discussion.
TONIGHT @ 7PM!


https://wavefarm.org/radio/wgxc/schedule/1sjwv4

14/09/2022

The N' word. Let's TALK about it. Kids are using it. They learned it from US.

We are of the generation that weren't part of the Civil Rights Movement. We were standing on the shoulders of those that were. How have we failed?

What must THEY now do to succeed. Question: Will they try? Have they the same "dream?"

16/08/2022

Soul Food...what is it? Write what you think of this term and we will follow up with you AFTER the show. Is it really FOOD for the SOUL for example?

Learn about this word and others: TONIGHT on RACE TALKS@ at 7pm on WGXC 90.7 FM
https://wavefarm.org/radio/wgxc/schedule/m6dphe

18/07/2022

Tomorrow TUESDAY, Host Kimberly Y. Erwin of RACE TALKS® (3rd Tuesdays on WGXC 90.7 FM--https://wavefarm.org/radio/wgxc/schedule/ywwstb)

will discuss: DEI (Diversity Equity and Inclusivity) AND....

DEI/B (So what does BELONGING actually mean for us "regular" folks).

Hear from her Guest TALKers.

10/07/2022

So say, you needed a name for social media. Names are words. And yes, they matter.

What do you do when your perfect Instagram or Twitter handle is taken? Here are some creative social media handle ideas.

04/07/2022

What does FREEDOM mean to "the Negro?" What does it mean to be a Negro today? Are Black Americans coming out of slavery and traditionally placed in the role of 2nd class citizen FREE today?

Dr Martin Luther King words from 1967. Answering great questions like: 0:01 - What is it about the Negro that is different (in America) that is different th...

15/05/2022

AAPI...(an acronym) will it stand the test of time? Negro, Colored, BIPOC, etc (and ad nauseam, to some).

15/05/2022

AAPI FOUR WORDS...what does it matter? Asian American/Pacific Islander. Does this represent the community from Asian descent well in the U.S.?

Check out Race Talks® this TUESDAY at 7pm on WGXC 90.7FM to find out. Live online and past archives at https://wavefarm.org/radio/wgxc/schedule/m6dphe.

25/03/2022

"Woman"

Excusez-moi! She isn't and if you didn't know then, you should have asked one!

The two women delved into the definition during a discussion of the Supreme Court’s 1996 decision striking down the Virginia Military Institute’s male-only admission policy.

15/03/2022

Words tonight?

The Blacker the Berry....(finish the phrase)!!!

You will be able if you check out this SHOW TONIGHT...or later--