Episode 081. “This podcast, in a way, has become my self-care. I didn’t even realize that I would be, but it absolutely has been the thing that makes me happiest... just for me. “ ~Cassandre Dunbar Here’s a podcast truth that may feel a bit uncomfortable: the personal has never been more political. Allow my paraphrasing of the popular concept to seep under your protective layers for a moment while I explain. Podcasters, content creators, cultural influencers: we all have a responsibility to speak and respond to what’s happening in the world around us. To show up for ourselves and our communities an authentic manner. Especially now. Even if our podcasts have nothing to do with social justice or politics. Why wouldn’t we want to create content that improves society and adds value to the lives of our listeners! Honestly? Because doing so might be risky. Doing so might require going against the forces that have shaped our POV (family, community, followers). Doing so might require confronting an old nemesis: impostor syndrome. Cassandre Dunbar of Be Well, Sis is tackling many of those personal and political taboos with her approach to the self-care podcast - a format that can politely be described as lacking in diversity. Cassandre was driven to provide information with social context, giving women of color tools to counteract the effects of sustained trauma within their communities. She views self-care as both a personal and community-based responsibility, individual therapy as a tool for addressing our country’s racial reckoning. “We can use it to look in the mirror and see all the things that have been done - that are being done - that are harmful, not only for the marginalized communities but, really, for the greater community too.” That’s how to use your platform socially, responsibly. Peace, love & podcasting, Andrea Klunder, Your Podcast Boss Hear more of my conversation with Cassandre over on the crossover interview for The Creative Impostor. Get the full show notes including links to shows and episodes referenced at: http://www.thecreativeimpostor.com/podenvy081 Podcast Angel: Podcast Envy Pro Pod Surround yourself with your very own amazing community of podcasting professionals who’ve got your back. Including me, but not JUST me! The Podcast Envy Pro Pod is launching in 2021 with a highly curated network of creative professionals who podcast (ahem — that’s you!) who will meet monthly in real time to workshop a challenge, question, or opportunity of one of our members. To learn more and apply click the link in the show notes for this episode to thecreativeimpostor.com/podcastenvypro This program is for creative business leaders within any industry or niche with at least 6 months podcasting experience. We will not be covering the basics of “how to podcast,” rather deeper topics for which you can’t just Google the answer or post in a Facebook Group. We are waiting for YOU! Don't wait to reach out. Together we’ll solve your most pressing questions around growth, sustainability, craft and culture for your show. Apply for the waitlist for the very first cohort! Not sure yet? Book a quick call with me and we'll talk through it together. Connect with Cassandre Be Well, Sis Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Connect with me Email andrea@thecreativeimpostor.com Instagram: @thecreativeimpostor LinkedIn: @andreaklunder (I only accept connections from people I actually know, so include a message to say you're a Podcast Envy listener.) *** Do you LOVE Podcast Envy? What's your fave episode? What have you learned? What mistakes have I saved you from making with your show? Let me know in a review here: http://ratethispodcast.com/envy
