📅 Release Date: October 22nd, 2024 🎧 Hosts: Ace and Alicia Stettler In this episode of the Revolutionary Social Work podcast, hosts Ace and Alicia Stettler explore the intersections of politics, race, and social work as they dive into the current political climate, with a focus on Kamala Harris and the upcoming elections. They critically analyze Harris’s political actions, racial dynamics in political discourse, and emphasize the importance of unity consciousness and community building. Additionally, they provide self-care strategies for social workers, discuss the challenges of navigating family dynamics during the holidays, and stress the need for critical dialogue in political engagement. Key Topics Covered: Political accountability in social work Kamala Harris’s political legacy Racial dynamics in political criticism Unity consciousness and community building Self-care for social workers during the holidays The importance of critical dialogue in politics Social workers' role in advocacy and political engagement 📌 Key Takeaways: Political dialogues are crucial in social work practice. Kamala Harris’s identity complicates political critique. Racial dynamics shape political conversations. Unity consciousness is fundamental for building communities. Social workers need to prioritize self-care, especially during stressful seasons. Family dynamics during the holidays require careful navigation. Community support is vital for mental health. Critical dialogue fosters meaningful political engagement. Conversations about health and food play a key role in community care. ⏰ Episode Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction and Context of Political Tension 02:38 - Revolutionary Social Work Values in Political Discourse 05:46 - Critique of Kamala Harris and Political Accountability 08:31 - The Role of Race in Political Criticism 10:55 - Unity Consciousness and Racial Identity 13:17 - Curiosity vs. Assumptions in Conversations about Race 14:37 - The Importance of Kinship and Connection 16:55 - Conclusion: Moving Towards Unity and Understanding 35:43 - A Vision for Unity and Social Work 36:06 - The Importance of Context in Conversations 36:42 - Historical Reflections on Inaction 37:38 - Accountability in Political Discourse 39:01 - The Role of Social Workers in Advocacy 40:08 - Navigating Political Endorsements 41:34 - The Complexity of Political Narratives 42:42 - The Dangers of Binary Thinking 44:10 - Community and Connection in Social Work 45:53 - The Influence of Money in Politics 47:52 - Health and Nutrition in Political Discourse 50:16 - The Role of Community in Self-Care 50:52 - Navigating Stress During the Holidays 53:49 - The Importance of Self-Care for Social Workers 01:01:40 - Engaging in Critical Dialogue #KamalaHarris #PoliticalAccountability #RacialDynamics #UnityConsciousness #SelfCare #SocialWorkers #CommunityBuilding #CriticalDialogue #PoliticalEngagement #MentalHealth #HolidayStress #Advocacy #MoneyInPolitics #SocialWorkValues © A Conscious Party

📅 Release Date: 10/10/2024 🎧 Hosts: Ace and Alicia Stettler (First Half) 🎙️ Guests: MT (Second Half) In Episode 6 of the Revolutionary Social Work podcast, hosts Ace and Alicia Stettler dive into the critical topics of health, nutrition, and the role of kindness in social work. Through their daily green smoothie routine, they explore societal norms surrounding food choices, the impact of marketing on consumer behavior, and the responsibility of social workers to model healthy behaviors. Midway through the episode, Alicia departs, and MT joins Ace to further discuss the multifaceted nature of kindness, personal growth, and emotional intelligence in social interactions. Key Topics Covered: The Cost of Wellness: Analyzing the financial and societal barriers to healthy eating. Affordable Healthy Eating: Strategies to make nutritious choices without breaking the bank. Decoding Food Brands: Understanding the influence of marketing on our food decisions. The Power of Kindness: Exploring how kindness shapes our relationships and personal growth. 📌 Key Takeaways

Self-Initiated Change: Starting with personal health to influence broader systemic change. Health is Wealth: Recognizing the pivotal role of nutrition in overall well-being. Challenging Societal Norms: Identifying and overcoming societal pressures that lead to unhealthy food choices. Affordable Healthy Eating: Discovering ways to maintain a nutritious diet affordably. Preventive Care: Emphasizing the importance of prevention over treatment in healthcare. Industry Profit from Illness: Understanding how the food and pharmaceutical industries benefit from widespread health issues. Marketing's Role: The significant impact of marketing on consumer food choices. Modeling Healthy Behaviors: The responsibility of social workers to exemplify healthy lifestyles. Imagining a Healthier Future: Inspiring real change through envisioning better health practices. Kindness and Values: Differentiating between virtues and values to better understand and apply kindness. Emotional Intelligence: Enhancing empathy and assertiveness through perspective-taking and conscious responses. Personal Growth: Overcoming social worker challenges to foster continuous personal development. ⏰ Episode Chapters 00:00 🎵 Theme Song Intro 01:04 The Importance of Health and Nutrition 05:45 Societal Norms and Food Choices 10:47 The Cost of Healthy Eating 15:55 The Impact of Marketing on Food Choices 21:06 Responsibility of Social Workers in Health 29:46 Imagining a Healthier Future 31:38 Embracing Change for a Healthier Life 34:02 The Power of Imagination in Health Transformation 37:52 Understanding Food Brands and Their Impact 39:49 The Soda Challenge: A Step Towards Health 43:11 Reevaluating Our Relationship with Water 47:16 The Importance of Nonpartisan Dialogue in Social Work 1:04:29 The Value of Kindness in Daily Life 1:06:14 Distinguishing Virtues from Values 1:08:35 The Complexity of Kindness 1:10:03 Kindness in Customer Service Interactions 1:12:49 Self-Kindness and Its Impact on Relationships 1:15:15 Navigating Expectations in Social Interactions 1:18:39 The Power of Perspective in Kindness 1:20:31 Finding Balance in Kindness and Assertiveness 1:22:55 The Importance of Conversations on Kindness 1:32:19 Social Worker Challenges and Personal Growth

#Health #Nutrition #SocialWork #FoodChoices #SocietalNorms #Marketing #Wellness #PreventiveCare #Kindness #EmotionalIntelligence #Empathy #PersonalGrowth #Assertiveness #HealthyEating #SodaChallenge #WaterConsumption #Values #Virtues #SelfKindness #CommunityHealth © A Conscious Party