Communicate Like You Give A Damn
In this follow-up to their popular Unmasking Language Bias podcast episode, Communicate Like You Give a Damn host Kim Clark and Dr. Suzanne Wertheim focus on The Power of Language.
They discuss the power dynamics at work in language and communication - highlighting the softening language often used by people in power to protect each other, distinguishing between institutional power and social power, and delving into the challenges (including gaslighting and invalidation) frequently faced by non-dominant groups.
This episode is an impactful primer on language and power dynamics - an essential listen to improve your workplace communication.