Episode 26: Actor & Activist Joanna Carpenter on Decolonizing Language and Voicing Your Own Artistic Power

Actor and activist Joanna Carpenter knows it's not just what we
say, but how we say it. In this episode, Joanna walks us through
what it means to decolonize language and how she is working to do
so with her organization 86 the Barrier. She breaks down why
language matters so much in the hospitality industry, but more
broadly, she explains how we can make language more equitable in
whatever industry we're in. We discuss the ins and outs of
displaying your artistic process online, and the one thing she
asks herself to consider each time before she posts. And finally,
Joanna gives a blueprint for anyone looking to break into an
industry they don't necessarily feel has a place for them. 


The Ocean Vuong quote I referenced is "We often tell our
students, “The future’s in your hands.” But I think the future is
actually in your mouth." And you can read more about their quote
in context HERE.


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Instagram. See more about Joanna's work HERE and
learn how to get involved with 86 the Barrier HERE.


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