Hash it Out: Recent Episodes
IUPUI Social Justice Education
Hash it out is a student-led podcast produced by scholars in IUPUI's Social Justice Education Program. This podcast will address a variety of social justice issues from various lenses.
Join us as we discuss the effects of recent events on Muslim people and how we, as a community, can become more empathetic towards one another!
Listen as we discuss the patriarchy from a modern lens and how it applies in todays world and current trends.
Welcome back to Hash It Out! This episode is an introduction to Season 7's hosts. Please stay tuned for all that's in store for season 7.
The episode will focus on the topic of trans and queer safety on college campuses, shedding light on the issues of discrimination and violence faced by these students. According to a report by Human Rights Watch, titled "Walking Through the Hailstorm: Discrimination Against LGBT Youth in US Schools," LGBTQ students face significant challenges in school environments, including harassment, bullying, and violence. The report notes that 85% of LGBTQ students have experienced verbal harassment, 58% have experienced physical harassment, and 28% have experienced physical assault. Moreover, LGBTQ students are also more likely to experience exclusion and isolation from their peers and teachers.
The podcast will delve into the efforts to create safe and inclusive environments for all students, with a particular focus on the initiatives and policies that colleges can implement to address these issues. This could include the creation of LGBTQ resource centers, the adoption of inclusive policies and practices, and the training of staff and faculty on LGBTQ issues. The discussion will also touch on the importance of allyship and support from the broader campus community in fostering a safe and inclusive environment for trans and queer students.
Did you know that Rosalind Franklin played a crucial role in the discovery of the structure of DNA, but her contribution was overlooked for years due to the theft of her data by a male colleague? In our latest podcast episode, we delve deep into women's representation in STEM and the impact of gender disparities on innovation and economic growth. Join us as we explore women's experiences in STEM, from the history of women in science to current efforts to promote diversity and inclusion. Don't miss this fascinating discussion on women's representation in STEM! Resources here:
- Indiana Women in STEM: http://www.indianawomeninstem.org/ Indiana Women in STEM (IWiS) is an organization dedicated to promoting the participation and advancement of women in STEM fields in Indiana. They offer networking opportunities, educational resources, and support for women in STEM.
- Indy Women in Tech: https://www.indywit.com/ Indy Women in Tech is a nonprofit organization that seeks to inspire and empower women in technology through networking events, educational programs, and advocacy initiatives.
- Society of Women Engineers - Indiana Section: https://www.swe.org/regions/i/ The Society of Women Engineers (SWE) is a national organization that supports the advancement of women in engineering and technology. The Indiana section offers networking events, professional development opportunities, and outreach programs for girls and young women interested in STEM.
- Women & Hi Tech: https://womenandhitech.org/ Women & Hi Tech is an Indianapolis-based organization that seeks to promote the advancement of women in STEM fields through networking events, mentorship programs, and educational initiatives. They also offer scholarships and awards for women in STEM.
Did you know that in the United States, women earn only 82 cents for every dollar earned by men? And the pay gap is even wider for women of color, with Black women earning only 63 cents and Latinas earning just 55 cents for every dollar earned by white, non-Hispanic men.
But it's not just statistics that show the reality of the pay gap. In 2021, the U.S. women's national soccer team sued the U.S. Soccer Federation for gender discrimination, citing pay disparities and other unequal treatment. This high-profile case brought the issue of gender pay discrimination to the forefront of public discussion.
In this episode, we'll be examining how race/ethnicity, age, disabilities, and other factors impact the pay gap, and what steps we can take to close it. Don't miss this important and timely discussion on gender pay discrimination.
Statistics Source: National Women's Law Center
We will be discussing healthy relationships - What does a healthy relationship look like, what does an unhealthy relationship look like, how to identify, online impact, and warning signs. Our conversation doesn’t limit to a partner-relationship but includes family and friends' relations.
If you've experienced domestic or intimate partner violence, you can call the National Domestic Violence hotline on 1-800-799-7233. If you have experienced sexual abuse, call the free, confidential National Sexual Assault hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673), or access the 24-7 www.rainn.org.
IUPUI offers confidential advocacy services to victims of dating, interpersonal, or domestic violence, stalking, sexual assault and more. To make an appointment with a confidential advocate, email saadv@iupui.edu; call 317-274-5715; or visit Counseling and Psychological Services in Walker Plaza 220. studentaffairs.iupui.edu/health/couns…l/index.html
For resources, education, and trainings about the topics mentioned above, visit the Sexual Assault Prevention, Intervention and Response Task Force website. sapir.iupui.edu/Resources/Education-and-Trainings
NSVRC (opens in a new tab) provides many different educational opportunities and resources for victim advocates, survivors, researchers, prevention specialists, and community members. www.nsvrc.org
Coburn Place: In the Greater Indianapolis area, Coburn Place provides sympathetic support and secure housing options to victims of domestic violence and their children. We shed light on a course of action that will revive hope and advance healing. We specialize in new beginnings. coburnplace.org
Find a domestic violence survivor shelter: www.domesticshelters.org/#?radius=50&page=1
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Welcome to Hash It Out Podcast! In peace and solidarity for an 18-year-old IUB Asian Hate Crime survivor, we will discuss Asian hate crimes, examples from Indiana schools, and the role of social media in spewing hate crimes. Before we begin, this episode contains potentially alarming content to some listeners. Please feel free to step away and take a moment for yourself.
Robert Bullard once said, “Environmental Justice embraces the principle that all people and communities have a right to equal protection and enforcement of environmental laws and regulations.”
This episode of Hash It Out navigates Environmental Justice as it pertains to the United States. Equal access to resources and protection from hazards resulting from the nonhuman environment, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, or class, are traditional definitions of environmental justice. What can we do to ensure that there is environmental Justice for all?
Today’s episode focuses on DACA and Diversity in Immigration in the United States. There are about 645,000 DACA recipients in the United States who are faced with being in immigration limbo, without a path to citizenship. Yet they are contributing, tax paying members of American society but cannot be supported by the country they call home on a legislative level. Subtopics discussed are Black DACA recipients and lack of POC representation in immigrants. Listen as the hosts tackle America’s broken Immigration system and how our campus can support immigrant students.
Sources: https://undocublack.org/
https://usafacts.org/articles/how-many-daca-recipients-are-there-united-states/
According to a recent survey, 49% of college students reported that mental health is their top concern as the fall semester begins, topping a list that included academics, inflation, and mass shootings. It's easy to feel overwhelmed and worried when inflation increases faster than expected. Things that used to seem affordable have suddenly become unattainable or shocking as the cashier rings them up. This episode will discuss college students' mental health crisis, inflation's impact, and the stigma on underrepresented communities. (Person et al., 2022)
Is Overturning Roe Just the Beginning? More than two dozen states have laws restricting or banning abortion post the Supreme Court overturning Roe. The limitations on abortion access can lead to adverse long-term health effects. In this episode, we will discuss what comes next for reproductive rights, state laws, the intent and credibility of lawmakers, the power or human rights view in decision-making, abortion exceptions, the impact on individuals & their careers, and birth control options.
In one way, the digital age has opened us up to another world, created jobs we never knew could exist, and connected people the world over. On the other hand, the pressure to keep up with what we see online has become a morbid cycle destroying lives one clicks at a time. Men and women have found themselves battling identity issues due to the unrealistic beauty standards set by what they see on social media. In our first episode of this new season, we will explore unrealistic beauty standards and the impact of social media on our body image.
In our last episode of the year, let us dive deep into a discussion surrounding gun control and school shootings.
References -
www.cfr.org/backgrounder/us-gun…-global-comparisons
giffords.org/lawcenter/gun-laws…c/guns-in-schools/
thehill.com/opinion/civil-right…he-black-community/
It’s 2022 and Women Are Still Fighting for Their Right to Own Their Bodies. In this episode, we will discuss reproduction rights over last decade, current situation, and ultimate understanding of pro-life and pro-choice debate. I would like to inform you this episode contains content that may be alarming to some listeners. Please feel free to step away and take a moment to yourself.
References -
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Death of Savita Halappanavar - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Death_of_Savita_Halappanavar
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Abortion History Timeline - https://www.ourbodiesourselves.org/book-excerpts/health-article/u-s-abortion-history/
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Key Facts on Abortion - https://www.amnesty.org/en/what-we-do/sexual-and-reproductive-rights/abortion-facts/
American prisons house more than 1.5 million individuals, an increase of more than 390 percent since 1978. A recent report shows that the current strategies used by our justice system to achieve rehabilitation and increased public safety have been ineffective, with more than 80 percent of those leaving our state prisons being rearrested again in the future. In this episode, we will discuss prison reform and death penalty.
Resources -
https://charleskochinstitute.org/stories/why-prison-reform-matters-in-america/
Racial discrimination permeates the healthcare systems of many countries, including the United States. This has negative consequences for both patients and healthcare workers, leading to higher risks of illness and, in some cases, lower standards of care for people of color (POC). CDC identifies racism as a fundamental driver of racial and ethnic health disparities to advance health equity and build a healthier nation.
In our episode, we will be discussing racism in healthcare, particularly how racism impacts health, health inequity, racial underrepresentation, not only in clinics or hospitals but also in the insurance marketplace, factors, and ways to tackle the issue.
Resources
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www.hopkinsmedicine.org/henriettalack…tandards.html
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www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/rac…pacts-health
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www.stkate.edu/academics/healthc…ism-in-healthcare
The increased impact of social media is gradually changing the dynamics of soft power around the world. Politicians increasingly “engage in digital diplomacy”. It means that global connections are easier but at the same time more complex. It challenges existing models of influence as well as traditional hierarchical power structures. Joseph Nye defined term soft power as the ability of a country to persuade others to do what it wants without force or coercion. 60% of people using social media reported that it has impacted their self-esteem in a negative way. In this episode, we will discuss understanding of soft power, influence and impact of social media for soft-power influencing and self-esteem.
41% OF IUPUI STUDENTS FACE HOUSING INSTABILITY.
While stress is a normal part of college for most students, the inability to meet basic needs like having a safe place to sleep creates additional hardship and prolonged stress.COVID-19 Worsens Housing Insecurity for College Students. As commuters, community college students lack access to on-campus housing and thus remain disproportionately impacted by rising housing costs in metropolitan areas. We will discuss the elements of housing insecurity, factors, impact and campus help.
This is our first episode of the semester In honor of black history month, we will be discussing gentrification, particularly in fountain square, causes, impact of urban planning, exploring both sides of the coin i.e. against and for gentrification arguments, and efforts for communities affected by it. Although there is not a clear-cut technical definition of gentrification, it is characterized by several changes.
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The Through their Eyes Memorial Scholarship is in honor of the displaced families of the thriving Black community that occupied the land that is now IUPUI. Founded in 1969, IUPUI stands on the historic homelands of Native peoples and a vibrant Black community. This scholarship honors the descendants of those with displaced ancestors who once called the Ransom Place & Indiana Avenue communities home.
news.iu.edu/stories/2021/07/iup…al-scholarship.html
IUPUI is home to nearly 2,000 international students 🌍
This episode illuminates different aspects of immigrant identity and international students - differences between visa holders, such as realities of integrating into a new country, the implications of the pandemic, and the factors that brought them to leave their home countries in the first place.
IUPUI Resources -
IUPUI Office of International Affairs
902 W. New York St.
Education and Social Work building, Rm. 2126
Indianapolis, IN 46202 USA
Phone: 317-274-7000
Fax: 317-278-2213
Email: oia@iupui.edu
Email your questions to iadvisor@iupui.edu and we’ll respond typically within 1-3 business days.
International Peer Mentoring Program (IPMP) aim to guide the successful social, cultural, and academic adjustment of IUPUI students from all over the world. IPMP equips undergraduate international students with the knowledge, support system, and tools to prosper at IUPUI and in the US.
Questions about IPMP? Email imentor@iupui.edu.
EPISODE: Supporting Student Mental Health, Student Stigmas or Misconceptions around Seeking Help.
21% OF IUPUI STUDENTS HAVE UNMET MENTAL HEALTH NEEDS! Mental Health Stigma is one of the main barriers to the full implementation of mental health services. Campus initiatives are often limited to factors such as professional care, student stigmas or misconceptions around seeking help, and difficulties publicizing the initiatives to the students who would most benefit from them. In this episode, we will discuss de-stigmatize help and better access for college students.
Online Resources to Support your Mental Well-Being
- diversity.iupui.edu/Mental-Health-R…urces---DEI.pdf
-IUPUI Health Services
Location 1: Campus Center, Suite 213
Call (317) 274-2274 for appointments or questions
-iupui.thrivingcampus.com
-studentaffairs.iupui.edu/health/couns…options.html
- JagsCARE is available to provide immediate and short-term support to meet the emotional and psychological needs of those in the IUPUI community impacted by a traumatic event. The goal is to stabilize and reduce post-trauma symptoms by providing support, information, and resources. The type of support will be tailored to address your specific needs or concerns. For more information, contact CAPS 317-274-2548.
As the fees of college continues to increase and the incomes of most Americans decline, several many college students are going hungry. According to researchers, approximately half of all undergraduates are food insecure.
At IUPUI, 43% of OF IUPUI STUDENTS FACE FOOD INSECURITY!
1 IN 5 IUPUI FRESHMEN ARE BELOW THE POVERTY LINE AND CONSIDERED FOOD INSECURE!
Generally, food security is a bigger issue for survey respondents than housing. Roughly 1 in 5 students face very low food security, meaning they are regularly unable to afford adequate food.
Resources around YOU -
Paws' Pantry founded in 2013, the food pantry is dedicated to helping relieve food insecurity inside the IUPUI community. Paws' Pantry is open on Tuesdays, 9:30-11:45 a.m. and 1-4:30 p.m. (Students only), Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (Students only) and Thursdays, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. (Students, faculty, staff). Learn more about Paws' Pantry here or contact jagsfood@iupui.edu!
The Campus Kitchen at IUPUI (CKIUPUI) is a student-powered food rescue and hunger relief initiative and a model of social, economic, and environmental entrepreneurship where students address social challenges with sustainable solutions.
Indy Hunger Network provides training and networking opportunities for the nearly 200 food pantries in Indianapolis.
FIND A FOOD PANTRY OR MEAL SITE
- Use Community Compass on any cellphone. Text “hi” to 317-434-3758.
- Use Community Compass on a smartphone. Download the free app on the App Store or Google Play.
- Use Community Compass on any device. Visit www.communitycompass.app.
- If you cannot access Community Compass, call 2-1-1 for assistance finding food resources.
APPLY FOR FEDERAL NUTRITION PROGRAMS * Screen yourself for SNAP or WIC eligibility by chatting with Shelly, the chatbot, on Community Compass. * Call 317-221-7401 or text “IndyWIC” to 85511 to sign up for WIC benefits. * Visit the Indiana FSSA website to apply for SNAP benefits. * If you need help applying for SNAP, contact the Gleaners SNAP Hotline at 317-644-1280 for free assistance in any language. * If you believe you were wrongly denied public assistance benefits, contact Indiana Legal Services for legal assistance.
REQUEST HOME DELIVERY OF MEALS OR PANTRY ITEMS * If you are located in Marion County, contact the Gleaners Food Bank Home Delivery Line at 317-742-9111.
Trigger warning: This episode contains content that may be alarming to some listeners. Today, we will be discussing sexual assault among college campuses, issues, bystander intervention, law process and campus support. Please feel free to step away and take a moment to yourself.
According to Know Your IX, Only 12% of college student survivors report the assault to police. Notably, only 7% of survivors of incapacitated sexual assault report to the police. Survivors cite a number of reasons for not reporting: not wanting others to know; lack of proof; fear of retaliation; being unsure of whether what happened constitutes assault; did not know how to report; and fear of being treated poorly by the criminal justice system.
Services and resources are available for students who have experienced sexual or interpersonal violence or stalking. You can reach out to talk to the CAPS confidential advocate at saadv@iupui.edu or ckungu@iu.eduor 317-274-5715.
If you are not in a position to meet with the confidential advocate, please contact one of the following resources:
- National Domestic Violence Hotline – 1-800-799-7233. Deaf /Hard of hearing: 1-855-812-1011 (VP), 1-800-787-3224 (TTY). Live chat available at thehotline.org
- National Sexual Assault Hotline -1-800-656-4673. Live chat available at rainn.org
- Eskenazi Hospital Center of Hope- 317-880-8006
- IU Health-Methodist Center of Hope-317-963-3394
- St. Vincent Center of Hope-317-338-2121
- Fransciscan Health Center of Hope- 317-528-5261
- Community Health Network Center of Hope- 317-355-4673
Report: Assaults involving the IUPUI community should be reported to:
IU Police: 317-274-7911
Office of Student Conduct (OSC)/Deputy Title IX Coordinator: Campus Center 270, 317-274-4431
Office of Equal Opportunity(OEO)/Deputy Title IX Coordinator, Lockefield Village 4443, 317-274-2306
To request a Safewalk escort call 317-274-7233(SAFE) - available 24/7
Bias in Hiring starts with several components including gender bias, stereotypes, or salary negotiation. Whether it's the classic robbery of Rosalind Franklin's recognition throughout her career or Lisa Meitner's discredit for her nuclear fission discovery.
While women play a critical role in science and technology, women career scientists still face gender bias, accounting for only 28 percent of engineering graduates and 40 percent of graduates in computer science and informatics. The practice of ascribing women's accomplishments to men is called the "Matilda Effect."
The prominent examples of Rosalind Franklin, Lisa Meitner, and Jocelyn Bell Burnell are but the tip of the iceberg when it comes to women who made significant contributions to scientific history and were rewarded by being written out of it and denied awards and recognition in their lifetime.
In this episode, we will be discussing bias in hiring for women across industries, specifically in STEM; examples of gender bias, overcoming these challenges, and campus efforts to educate female students to tackle this issue.
Resources to Help You Empower Women in STEM
1. STEM like Girl
2. Girls Who Code
3. Women4Change
4. Society of Women Engineers
5. Salary Negotiation
6. Advancing Women Mentoring Program at IUPUI
7. American Medical Women’s Association (AMWA)
Welcome to the first Hash It Out Podcast for Fall 2021!
TRIGGER WARNING: I would like to inform you this episode contains content that may be alarming to some listeners. Please feel free to step aside and take a moment.
In the honor of Suicide Prevention Month, our scholars Medha and Billen will be discussing suicide among college students, factors, and prevention efforts.
You can schedule an appointment with CAPS at IUPUI, call their office at 317-274-2548, or email capsindy@iupui.edu.
If you or someone you know is thinking about suicide and seeking emotional support, there are crisis lines available via phone, chat, or text
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255 (TALK)
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Online Chat Services
- Crisis Text line: Text IN to 741741 for free, 24/7 crisis counseling. We’re here for you.
- Trevor Project Lifeline (confidential suicide hotline for LGBTQ+ youth): 866-488-7386
- Support for deaf and hard of hearing: 800-799-4889
In this episode we look at the promises Biden made for his first 100 days in office and comment on his progress as well as discussing other topics from the past 100 days such as mass shootings and Asian hate crimes.
TRIGGER WARNING In this episode we discuss the topic of sexual assault, including rape, assault in the LGBTQ+ community, child assault, assault on campus, and reporting sexual assault.
In this episode we discuss the factors that cause people to migrate as well as other topics related to immigration
In this episode Debora and Chelsea discuss My Body My Choice and other topics of Bodily Autonomy.
In this episode we discuss the Gentrification of Indiana Avenue including a little history.
In this episode we discuss the School to Prison Pipeline in honor of Black History Month. Topics include a brief history of Black History month, Zero-tolerance policies, the No Child Left Behind Act and more.
In this episode we discuss the Black lives matter movement and issues that impact black lives
In this episode we discuss Native American Erasure with the Native American Student Alliance (NASA) President Tiffany Bravo.
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In this episode we discuss a variety of issues surrounding the LGBTQ+ community including the Religious Freedom Act, Access to Healthcare/Mental Health, discrimination in housing, LGBTQ+ sentiments within black & brown communities, and more.
In this episode we discuss the upcoming 2020 presidential election and where each candidate stands when it comes to certain issues. We also discuss VP nominee Kamala Harris and the angry black woman theory, and voter suppression.
The first episode of 2020! A conversation over the effects of COVID-19 on higher education.
Hey everyone!! Welcome back to Hash It Out! This week, we’re talked about Palestine and the occupation of Palestine. We went through the history of Palestine and the current conditions of the conflict in the present day. There is a content warning in place because we talked about very heavy material. To keep up the spirit of this semester, I’m joined by my fellow SJEd Scholars as guest co-hosts. This week, I’m joined by Alexandria Murphy in first segment. In the second segment, I sat down with Mana, president of Students for Justice in Palestine.
"From the land to the sea, Palestine will be free!!"
This week we talked about LGBTQ liberation and current issues that affect LGBTQ+ individuals in the present day. We went through the history of the modern LGBTQ+ movement and the current conditions of the movement in the present day. There is a content warning in place because of mentions of sexual violence, police brutality and other forms of violence. To keep up the spirit of this semester, I’m joined by my fellow SJEd Scholars as guest co-hosts. This week, I’m joined by Zoey Johnson.
This week on Hash It Out, we talked about water and air pollution, climate change and environmental justice. We talked about the climate strikes that have been happening around the country this past year and what does environmental justice entail as a concept? We talked about the rise of Greta Thunberg as a global activist and the rise of social media as a call to action. As in last episode, I’m joined by my fellow SJS scholars as guest co-hosts. This week’s guest host is Oceanik Garrett.
Hey Jags!! I want to welcome you all back to Hash It Out! I hope everyone has had a good winter break and a good start to the semester! It’s a new year, new decade, and new us kind of thing. We’re bringing back some good topics for all of you to listen to. The first episode of the new semester is on the psychology behind systematic privilege. I'm joined by Cade Ryan, a fellow Social Justice Scholar. Throughout the semester, I will be joined by my fellow Scholars as co-hosts!
Next episode will premiere on February 8th!
This past week for the final episode of the semester, I did interviews with people who were instrumental for the creation of the Tunnel rooms and the actors themselves.
Check back here in January for the new semester's topics!!!
In the final two episodes of Hash It Out for the fall semester, we’re gearing up for Tunnel of Oppression. This week, I sit down with the room creators for this year’s Tunnel and discuss the process of creating the rooms and the inspiration behind the rooms. Topics include: colorism in the Black community, criminalization of homelessness, school shootings in America, and American colonization of Puerto Rico.
Check out Tunnel of Oppression 11/18 - 11/22, hosted by the IUPUI Social Justice Scholars in the IUPUI Campus Center 4th floor
In this week's episode, I tackle the topic of colonization and the whitewashing of thanksgiving. In the first segment, we will be discussing the role of imperialism and colonization in shaping geopolitical landscapes. In the second part of the episode, I'm going to be in depth about the whitewashing of Thanksgiving.
Leave a comment and tell us your thoughts!
CONTENT WARNING: There are mentions of sexual abuse. Listen at your own discretion.
In this week's episode, Bushra and I explore and discuss the prevalence of homelessness, gentrification and the lack of affordable housing in Indianapolis and the US. Since, it’s LGBTQ+ History Month, we’re going to be focusing on the intersection of LGBTQ+ and homelessness in our first segment.
Let us know what your thoughts are. Share and comment this week's episode!!!
Hey everyone! This week Bushra and I discuss the role of Middle Eastern politics on the international stage and how it's perceive here in the United States. Some of the topics we're touching on are: colonization, US military, conflicts in the Middle East and many others.
Let us know what you all think. Leave a comment and share!