The Ophelia Exchange: Recent Episodes
Gwyneth Howard
The Ophelia Exchange Podcast- a space to bring light to social injustices and to learn together about how to secure human rights and quality of life for all. Follow on Instagram @theopheliaexchange!
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In this episode I discuss basic terms from the LGBTQIA community including gender identity, sexual identity, the gender binary and how to use pronouns! Follow on Instagram and tiktok @theopheliaexchange!
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Today I break down different mental health professions and their focuses on order to better understand who that person you call your therapist is trained for! Follow on Instagram and tiktok @theopheliaexchange!
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In this episode I discuss the ongoing expansion of pipeline 3, which poses major threat to the climate and indigenous communities living in the area who fight against it. RESOURCES stopline3.org Follow on Instagram and tiktok @theopheliaexchange!
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In this episode I discuss the origin and celebration of disability pride month in July. RESOURCES www.ncil.org www.afb.org www.autisticadvocacy.org Follow on Instagram and tiktok @theopheliaexchange !
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In this episode I discuss a state government budget designed to fund AAPI social work and social justice to the state of California. Learn more from the Chinese for Affirmative Action and Stop AAPI Hate. Follow on Instagram and tiktok @theopheliaexchange!
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In this episode I discuss the departure from the franchise name Cleveland Indians for social justice, to the new name of Guardians. Follow on Instagram and tiktok @theopheliaexchange!
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In this episode I discuss the rise of AAPI (Asian American Pacific Islander) targeted hate crimes during the covid pandemic, including a specific event known as the Atlanta Spa Shootings. RESOURCES www.stopaapihate.org Follow on Instagram and Tiktok @theopheliaexchange!
In this episode I discuss the life and legacy of Harvey Milk, a gay elected official in 1970s San Francisco who made the world a better place for not just lgbtq folk but all people. Follow on Instagram and Tiktok @theopheliaexchange!
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I discuss Aboriginal Australian Nova Peris and her historic achievements as the first aboriginal to win gold at the olympics. Follow on Instagram and tiktok @theopheliaexchange!
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In this episode I discuss civil rights movement leader and lifelong advocate for minority voting rights John Lewis. RESOURCES www.BLM.org Follow on Instagram and Tiktok @theopheliaexchange!
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In this episode I discuss trailblazer and rulebreaker Katie Sowers, the first woman and lesbian coach in the NFL and to go to the Super Bowl. RESOURCES Trevor Lifeline LGBTQ Suicide Prevention Line 24 hrs (866)-488-7386 www.hrc.org www.thetrevorproject.org www.athleteally.org Follow on Instagram @theopheliaexchange!
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In this episode I discuss Inuit Tiktoker @shinanova and her rise into ingidenous activism. She became known for her throat singing videos made with her mother Caroline. RESOURCES www.boardingschoolhealing.org www.doi.gov DOI Secretary Deb Haaland www.nativephilanthropy.org www.trc.ca www.nctr.ca Follow on Instagram @theopheliaexchange! give.umamitoba.ca/nctr
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In this episode I discuss the CROWN act, a piece of legislation that protects natural black hair styles from discrimination in the workplace and public schools. RESOURCES www.thecrownact.org Follow on Instagram @theopheliaexchange!
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In this episode I discuss Inaugural National Youth Poet Laureate Amanda Gorman and read her 2021 Presidential Inauguration Poem “The Hill We Climb”. RESOURCES www.theamandagorman.com www.youthlit.org www.youthliteracyproject.org Follow on Instagram @theopheliaexchange!
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In this episode I highlight asexual and aromantic activist Yasmin Benoit. Benoit is a black British Ace advocate who uses her voice to support the asexual community worldwide on various platforms. RESOURCES: www.internationalasexualityday.org www.hrc.org www.glaad.org www.trevorproject.org Follow on Instagram @theopheliaexchange !
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In this episode I discuss the global societal issue of child marriages. Ending child marriage is essential to ending poverty and inequality amongst genders. RESOURCES: www.girlsfirstfund.org www.vowforgirls.org www.iwhc.org Follow on Instagram @theopheliaexchange !
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In this episode I discuss LGBTQ elected officials in local, state and federal positions. Learn about history made during the 2020 general election with the election of LGBTQ candidates into office. RESOURCES www.victoryfund.org www.trevorproject.org www.glaad.org www.hrc.org Follow on Instagram @theopheliaexchange!
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In this episode I discuss The BREATHE Act, a piece of abolitionist criminal justice reform legislation introduced in the wake of George Floyd’s murder in 2020. RESOURCES www.BLM.org www.breatheact.org www.essiejusticegroup.org Follow on Instagram @theopheliaexchange!
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In this episode I discuss criminology statistics about LGBTQ Homicides in the past decade. The queer community faces continued discrimination and the threat of hate-motivated homicides. Black and Latinx Trans women are at the highest risk to become victims. RESOURCES www.thetrevorproject.org www.itgetsbetter.org www.glaad.org www.hrc.org www.transequality.org www.onepulsefoundation.org Follow on Instagram @theopheliaexchange!
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In this episode I discuss Critical Race Theory and it’s growing presence in American classrooms. I discuss the backlash it evokes from parents, educators and legislators as well. RESOURCES The 1619 Project www.Ed week.org Follow on Instagram @theopheliaexchange!
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In this episode I discuss World Champion gymnast Simone Biles and her advocacy for sexual assault survivors. RESOURCES www.simonebiles.com www.nccasa.org www.rainn.org Follow on Instagram @theopheliaexchange
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In this episode I discuss two trailblazing transgender women. Laurel Hubbard is the first openly trans athlete participating in Olympic Games in Tokyo. Kataluna Enriquez is crowned Miss Nevada USA and will be the first trans woman to compete in the Miss USA pageant this year! RESOURCES www.thetrevorproject.org www.itgetsbetter.org www.glaad.org www.hrc.org www.transequality.org Follow on Instagram @theopheliaexchange!
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In this episode I discuss trailblazer Deb Haaland, the first Native American to serve as a cabinet secretary in a presidential administration. Her actions to begin researching and uncovering the truth behind Indigenous boarding schools and the cultural genocide and neglect experienced by many is discussed as well. RESOURCES www.boardingschoolhealing.org www.doi.gov www.nativephilanthropy.org Follow on Instagram @theopheliaexchange !
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In this episode I discuss Carl Nassib’s decision to come out as gay, making him the first openly gay active player in NFL history. I talk about adversity faced by LGBTQ athletes and the impact of Nassib’s actions. RESOURCES www.trevorproject.org www.athleteally.org www.humanrightscampaign.org Follow on Instagram @theopheliaexchange!
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In this episode I discuss the origin of Juneteenth, the activism that led to it becoming a Federally recognized holiday and how this step does not negate the continued systemic racism Black Americans face in the United States. RESOURCES www. opalswalk2dc.com www.juneteenthlegacyproject.com www.blacklivesmatter.com www.juneteenth.com Follow on Instagram @theopheliaexchange!
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In this episode I discuss four-time major champion tennis star Naomi Osaka’s decision to withdraw from The French Open in order to prioritize mental health, as well as the positive support and discussion of mental health in athletes that followed. National Suicide Prevention Hotline- (800)-273-8255 available 24hrs. Follow on Instagram @theopheliaexchange
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In this episode I discuss the tragic discovery of the remains of hundreds of indigenous children at Canadian Indian residential schools. Learn about action being taken by the National Commission for Truth and Reconciliation alongside the government as well. Post-edit note: “In the United States, Interior Secretary Deb Haaland announced this week that the federal government is launching an investigation into its past oversight of Native American boarding schools. She said the work will include compiling and reviewing records to identify past schools, locate burial sites and uncover the names and tribal affiliations of students”- via AP News. Follow on Instagram @theopheliaexchange !
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In this episode I discuss the startling rise of anti-LGBTQ legislation in the United States, as well as The Equally Act that could finally bring federal protection for the LGBTQ community to life. Follow on Instagram @theopheliaexchange !
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In this episode I discuss one of my favorite activists today, Patrisse Kahn-Cullors and her role in co-founding the Black Lives Matter movement. Learn about her career in activism as well as the reach and impact of BLM worldwide. Follow the show on Instagram @theopheliaexchange !
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Join me for my very first episode! I explore the origins of celebrating LGBTQ+ PRIDE in June. I discuss the Stonewall Inn, Marsha “Pay it no Mind” Johnson, Sylvia Rivera and more! Happy PRIDE everyone! Follow on Instagram @theopheliaexchange
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Allow me to welcome you to The Ophelia Exchange podcast- a space to bring light to social injustices and to learn together about how to secure human rights and quality of life for all. Join me, Gwyn, as I explore different sociocultural movements and causes, highlighting the importance of social justice, community activism and tangible ways we can make the world a better place for all people!