Badass Basic Bitch
Brianna was born in New York and raised by a single mom of 5 kids. Through her struggles with self-worth and battling an eating disorder for over a decade, Brianna found herself packing everything in her Honda Civic and moving 3,000 miles to California where she knew no one, to chase an entrepreneur dream.
She found her passion, voice, and used her scrappiness and hardships to achieve something no one ever thought she could; creating a multi-million dollar company, which she sold. But then she found herself in the middle of her own divorce leaving her a single mom of 3. Now, remarried, Brianna lives in Austin with her husband and four children, as she continues to build companies and empower women to see they are enough.
So, what is a Badass Basic Bitch? It all started at an event, in a deep debate when another woman called Brianna a “basic bitch”. Quick off the mark, she replied with, “I’m a badass basic bitch”. We are often quick to judge and quicker to jump to our own conclusions. This woman knew very little about me. She judged me simply on our few interactions with each other. She coined me how she felt I fit into her view.
These Baddie Bs are everywhere. They’re our neighbors, women at church, soccer moms, or single women at the bar. These women are all of different religions and races, they are poor and rich, married, divorced or single. But they all have one thing in common; they are ordinary women doing extraordinary things. And now, it’s time their stories are told.
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Badass Basic Bitch
Conversations about Race and Gender: Confronting Biases, Fostering Empathy, and Raising Socially Conscious Kids with Liz Kleinrock
In this week's episode, we are joined by the incredible Liz Kleinrock, a renowned educator and advocate for antiracist and antibias work. Liz shares her journey, starting from her upbringing and how her identities shaped her perception of herself and her career path. Together, we delve into the importance of recognizing and addressing implicit biases, exploring strategies for identifying and checking our own biases, and discussing why it's crucial for adults and parents to reflect on their biases. Liz also provides invaluable insights into raising children who embrace tolerance, empathy, and curiosity, particularly when discussing taboo topics such as race, religion, and gender. Join this empowering conversation to learn how to create a safe, supportive environment for kids, challenge misconceptions, and become advocates for social justice and equity.
Featured Topics:
- From Identity to Impact: Liz Kleinrock's Journey
- Unveiling Implicit Biases: Understanding the Basics
- Reflection and Growth: Identifying and Checking Our Biases
- Breaking Taboos: Nurturing Conversations on Race, Religion, and Gender
- Empowering Curiosity: Giving Children the Space to Learn
- Unmasking Gender: Age-Appropriate Discussions and Stereotype Unlearning
- Embracing Racial Identity: Understanding and Challenging Experiences
- Cultivating Allies: Modeling Advocacy for Kids
- Raising Little Changemakers: Fostering Social Justice and Equity
- Resources for the Journey: Recommended Tools and References
Liz Kleinrock (she/her) is a Korean-American transracial adoptee, queer, Jewish, antibias and antiracist educator, facilitator, and author. In 2018, Liz received the Teaching Tolerance Award for Excellence in Teaching, and in 2019 delivered her TED Talk, “How to teach kids to talk about taboo topics." In the spring of 2021, Liz released her first book, Start Here, Start Now: A Guide to Antibias and Antiracist Work in Your School Community, and is excited to announce the publication of four upcoming children's books with HarperCollins. She currently resides in Washington DC with her partner, cat, and two bunnies.
Connect with Liz!
- Instagram: @teachandtransform
- Website: https://www.teachandtransform.org/
Connect with Brianna!
- Instagram: @mombossinaustin
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/briannademike
Follow the Podcast on Instagram: @badassbasicbitch
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