Shyler & TAT Save the World Podcast: Recent Episodes
Shyler Kraus
Welcome To Shyler & TAT Save The World! We know things can be tough, especially right now, but Shyler & TAT are here to save the day! Jumping in to sensitive topics, all with a positive vibe, Shyler & TAT are here to show you that we are all experiencing similar feelings and we ARE in this together.
For the first time, justice for the murder of an unarmed black man is served. Derek Chauvin has been found guilty for the murder of George Floyd. So what does this mean moving forward? Shyler and TAT break down the next steps.
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Another day, another unarmed Black man murdered by police here in America. Daunte Wright was just 20 years old when he was shot and killed during a traffic stop for expired tags in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota. His murderer, Kim Potter, has an over 25 year law enforcement history. She now faces a second-degree manslaughter charge.
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As the country harbors resentment of the coronavirus, hate crimes against Asian Americans and Asian immigrants rise, and become more deadly.
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Shyler's getting her big girl pants on and doing adult things! Like buying her first ever home!
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After Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's TELL ALL interview with Oprah, Britain's archaic monarchy is in the hot seat. With all the details of mistreatment, discrimination and downright racism against Meghan, their son Archie, and even their unborn baby girl, what can be done to make it right?
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The Tuskeegee Experiment. Henrietta Lacks. Eric Garner. These are prime examples of medical racism in our history that you probably haven't heard of. Medical racism is prejudice and discrimination in medicine and the medical/healthcare system based upon perceived race.
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Black History IS American History. Except, do we really know Black History? Sure there's a whole month dedicated to learning of Black pioneers, inventors, civil rights activists and more but how many have slipped through the cracks or fallen victim to "whitewashing"? Shyler and TAT dive into how history and even Hollywood has whitewashed the stories of Black America.
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On January 6th 2021, for only the second time in our nation's history, our Capitol was attacked by an unruly group of Trump supporters. Shyler and TAT had VERY different reactions to the event, listen to our reactions and share yours by sending us a message on Facebook or Instagram.
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Do our political choices reflect our core values and opinions? Political affiliations have become so ingrained in our identities, is there a way to reverse this way or thinking and evolve past a two party system?
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Politics are a sensitive topic, ESPECIALLY in today's climate. TAT and Shyler are introducing the concept of having these discussions in a more frequent capacity!
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Voting is one of the most important jobs we have as American citizens. It is always essential to be informed, educated, and active during election season and always! Check out this link to get registered, find candidates that match your values, and even request mail in ballots and early voting information: Vote Like A Beast!
Watch All In: The Fight For Democracy on Amazon Prime!
Watch Knock Down The House on Netflix!
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There are tons of ways to give back to our communities and to further your role within it. Serving our neighbors in their endeavors is a gift only you can give. Your time is valuable, so bring more value to it by volunteering in any way you can.
Check out the link here for a list of all the places you can start!
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Shyler had a very enlightening experience from an education opportunity about privilege. Conversations about racial equality in the US and in every community are still happening because they NEED to happen. Why not make it a positive experience for everyone involved? Use your powers for GOOD rather than hate and injustice!
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The 2020 Census is not only an important way to monitor population growth and decline, it helps determine a TON of ways that our community could potentially benefit from! Take the 2020 Census now at 2020census.gov
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In these moments where our Black community is targeted, beated, and murdered, it is not enough to just be "Pro-Black". We have to be ANTI RACIST.
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Social media has had a PROFOUND impact on pop culture and how we even deal with social justice issues and policies. Shyler and TAT dive into the specifics of the influence of social media in the Black Lives Matter movements across the globe.
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The system isn't broken, it was only halfway built. Shyler and TAT take on discussing the impact of systemic racism has had on our society and the growth of the Black community.
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Race Relations in the United States have exploded in a huge and progressive way. Shyler and TAT take on the aspects of police brutality, racism, and the catalysts of this overdue revolution.
BreonnaTaylor
GeorgeFloyd
BothamJean
AltonSterling
TrayvonMartin
AhmaudArbery
TamirRice
SandraBland
PhilandoCastile
To learn more about victims of police brutality and to help fight police brutality in our state and nation click here.
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As Illinois begins their reopening phases, Shyler & TAT expose their more vulnerable sides. Masks, gloves, and additional measures are put in place to keep the public safe, but is that enough?
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Everyone had been on pins and needles for nearly two months when protesters swarmed state capitols around the country, demanding that businesses should reopen. Shyler & TAT discuss both sides of the argument and the country's reactions.
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With the Shelter In Place order going strong, Shyler & TAT highlight the community's small business's efforts to push through and survive.
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Shyler & TAT jump into their personal lives about how the Illinois Stay At Home order affected their families, daily routines, and careers.
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Things were put to a screeching halt in our communities, state, and whole nation around mid-March when COVID-19 reared it's ugly head. Shyler & TAT discuss their first impressions of the Coronavirus and how it impacted the community and their own individual lives.
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