Episodes

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July 24, 2024

Episode 8: Healthcare Bias: Ensuring Equity in Treatment for all Patients

Bias in healthcare leads to health disparities, which reduce patients' trust and diminish the quality of care. Biased assumptions can result in misdiagnoses and inadequate treatment. Join Connie Morris as she discusses strategies for addressing healthcare biases and ensuring equitable and effective care for all patients.
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July 23, 2024

Episode 7: Cultural Competence: Navigating Diversity with Empathy and Respect

Cultural competence is an essential skill in our ever-connected world. It goes beyond mere awareness, encompassing empathy and respect for diverse perspectives. Join Connie as she explores the roles organizations can play in promoting cultural competence in the workplace, fostering a more inclusive and harmonious environment for all.
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July 22, 2024

Episode 6: Bias in Education: Creating Inclusive Classroom for All Student

Education is a powerful tool for personal and societal growth. Bias in education can significantly impact students' experiences, opportunities, and outcomes. Join Connie as she explores strategies for creating inclusive classrooms, ensuring every student has the opportunity to thrive and succeed.
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July 17, 2024

Episode 4: Racial Bias in Law Enforcement: Beyond the Headlines

Racial bias in law enforcement is a complex and deeply rooted issue that extends beyond the headlines. Addressing this problem requires a multifaceted approach, including implicit bias training, policy reforms, community engagement, and accountability measures. Join Connie Morris, host of "The Morris Perspective," as she delves into strategies for tackling racial bias in law enforcement. In this episode, Connie discusses the challenges and solutions for creating a fairer and more just law enforc...
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July 15, 2024

Episode 3: Workplace Bias: Strategies for Creating Inclusive Work Environments

Workplace Bias: Strategies for Creating Inclusive Work Environments In this enlightening episode of "The Morris Perspective," host Connie Morris addresses the pervasive issue of workplace bias and shares effective strategies for creating inclusive work environments. Join Connie as she explores the various forms of bias that can manifest in professional settings, from hiring practices to everyday interactions. Tune in to learn how you can contribute to building a work environment where everyone ...
July 11, 2024

The Morris Perspective: Introduction

The Morris Perspective is a podcast dedicated to exploring and addressing biases through insightful discussions and practical strategies. Hosted by Connie Morris, it aims to foster inclusivity and equity by providing tools and perspectives to recognize and overcome unconscious biases.
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July 11, 2024

Episode 2: The Historical Roots of Bias: How Past Injustices Shape Past Present Inequities

Join your host, Connie Morris, as she discusses in episode 2 the historical roots of biases that are deeply embedded in the fabric of society that influence present inequities in profound ways. By understanding and acknowledging these historical injustices, we can address the systemic and institutional biases that persist today. In this episode, Connie delves into critical historical events and policies that have shaped societal attitudes and created enduring disparities. She explores how these ...
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July 8, 2024

Episode 1: Understanding Implicit Bias and Its Impact

Welcome to "Bias Unpacked," where we dive deep into the fascinating world of bias and uncover how it shapes our lives, society, and institutions. Our journey starts with understanding and defining bias, which is the essential first step in exploring its impact. Recognizing and addressing implicit biases is critical to creating a more equitable and inclusive world. Join us as we embark on a path of self-awareness, reflecting on how our biases influence our thoughts and actions. We'll seek out div...
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July 7, 2024

Bias Unpacked (1)

The Morris Perspective Podcast: Bias Unpacked: Introduction The Morris Perspective explores and breaks down the complexities of bias in society. Hosted by Connie Morris, author of Rethinking Implicit Bias Training and founder of Morris Bias Initiatives LLC and Rethinking Bias Academy, this podcast aims to raise awareness, inspire action, and drive change toward a more equitable world. From The Morris Perspective, each letter of "MORRIS" represents a core value guiding our exploration: M - Min...