
Join multi-ethnic co-hosts Sara + Misasha - two wickedly smart, heart-led, long-distance best friends - as they help folks talk smarter and think deeper about the world around us. Whether it's about science, history, current events, social justice, or more, their community consists of people who want to be better humans, to benefit all of us. We won't let the fire hose of information overwhelm us.... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 292 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Self-ImprovementSociety & CultureRelationshipsEducation | |||

Here we are, February, which is also Black History Month (and for the record: Black history is American history. We'll say this all day, every day, until everyone gets on this train.). It's not lost on us that this is the shortest month of the year. ... more
*** We recorded this episode before ICE murdered Alex Pretti, a 37 year old ICU nurse who was attempting to help a woman up who had been pushed to the ground by ICE agents in Minneapolis on the morning of January 24, 2026. Despite the administration'... more
If you're a repeat listener to the podcast over the last almost SEVEN years, you know that sometimes, we've done seasonal arcs in which we focus on a topic or theme for the season. (And if you've just found us - hello!)
This year, we're doing som... more
We've had rough years before—but 2025? This one hit different.
If you've been listening to us for the last six years, you know we're no strangers to hard conversations. DEI. Wellbeing. Systems that don't work the way they should.
And this year... more
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The latest episode on Unions was a fantastic episode diving into the history and importance of Unions across many aspects of not just labor but the country as a whole. Dear White Women Podcast is on my weekly podcast listening and sharing hear two ladies never disappoint! Keep up the good work!
Stuff like this makes being a black person a lot harder.
Appreciate this podcast in general and LOVE this episode. Discussing all aspects of women’s health including menses is so overdue. Women have to claim this conversation and stop shaming ourselves and each other. Thank you!
Weary of self aggrandizing neoliberalism. White presenting women applauding themselves…centering themselves…while teaching white women how not to do the same…? If all you talk about it “women” without acknowledging the nuance of our experience ((outside of your own individual experiences)) what are you really doing. Such a wide platform to perpetuate the problem. Cite black women, interview brown women, acknowledge nuance, if you don’t you’re the problem. Talking about identity without acknowled... more
I dont have to listen to this to know its racist garbage. Ironic they claim to be so anti racist
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This podcast engages listeners in insightful conversations about a range of topics, including social justice, personal development, history, science, and current events. Co-hosts Sara and Misasha, who share a multi-ethnic background, encourage their audience to think critically and engage deeply with the world around them. They aim to create a space where listeners can explore complex issues without feeling overwhelmed, promoting a sense of community among those eager to learn and grow. Unique elements include personal anecdotes and a focus on fostering meaningful dialogue, making it a valuable resource for anyone seeking to become a better human in a diverse society.
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