Decolonizing Mental Health
The mental health field operates around a centre defined by a whiteness of theory and practice. It’s a colonization that has rarely been questioned. By focusing on the work of therapists and individuals of color, DECOLONIZING MENTAL HEALTH calls for a redressal of the ways in which we define psychiatric illness while discussing what a more responsive mental health care system should look like.
Episodes
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Decolonizing Mental Health
S6 E3 - 28m 5s
The mental health field operates around a centre defined by a whiteness of theory and practice. It’s a colonization that has rarely been questioned. By focusing on the work of therapists and individuals of color, DECOLONIZING MENTAL HEALTH calls for a redressal of the ways in which we define psychiatric illness while discussing what a more responsive mental health care system should look like.
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A Tale of Three Chinatowns
S6 E2 - 1h 26m
A TALE OF THREE CHINATOWNS explores the survival of urban ethnic neighborhoods in three American cities: Washington, D.C., Chicago, and Boston. Through the voices of residents, community activists, developers, and government officials, the film looks at the forces altering each community and the challenges that go with them, including the pressing issue of urban development and gentrification.
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Heaven: Can You Hear Me?
S6 E1 - 26m 10s
In Philadelphia, gun violence is the leading cause of death for young Black men. HEAVEN: CAN YOU HEAR ME? explores the impact on families through the eyes of mothers like one woman whose youngest of four sons was murdered. The film demonstrates the challenges gun violence prevention advocates confront while allowing viewers to understand the often-untold trauma and resilience of survivors.
Extras + Features
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Caretakers | Trailer
S6 E6 - 1m
CARETAKERS looks at the history of Filipinos in care work and profiles Filipino Americans on the front lines today. The film shows, as filmmaker Geena Rocero says, “Filipinos as we are," while telling the stories of all people providing vital care. Meet caretakers like nurse Belinda Ellis, therapist Aleksa Manila, Chef Channing Centeno, and phlebotomist Angel Bonilla.
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Breach of Trust | Trailer
S6 E5 - 50s
Told from the point of view of women advocating for accountability and change, BREACH OF TRUST examines the sexual assault scandal at the University of Southern California and details crimes committed by former gynecologist Dr. George Tyndall, as well as exposing the active cover-up on the part of the administration.
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The Conversation Remix | Trailer
S6 E4 - 1m 54s
THE CONVERSATION REMIX explores the present catharsis we are living in, following the death of George Floyd on May 25, 2020. Through three character-driven films that present a vibrant collage of people’s lives and experiences, we dive into how the current uprising is impacting communities, and how we can contribute to discussions about racial justice reform.
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The Conversation Remix | Preview
S6 E4 - 30s
THE CONVERSATION REMIX explores the present catharsis we are living in, following the death of George Floyd on May 25, 2020. Through three character-driven films that present a vibrant collage of people’s lives and experiences, we dive into how the current uprising is impacting communities, and how we can contribute to discussions about racial justice reform.
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Decolonizing Mental Health | Preview
S6 E3 - 30s
The mental health field operates around a centre defined by a whiteness of theory and practice. It’s a colonization that has rarely been questioned. By focusing on the work of therapists and individuals of color, DECOLONIZING MENTAL HEALTH calls for a redressal of the ways in which we define psychiatric illness while discussing what a more responsive mental health care system should look like.
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Decolonizing Mental Health | Trailer
S6 E3 - 2m 17s
The mental health field operates around a centre defined by a whiteness of theory and practice. It’s a colonization that has rarely been questioned. By focusing on the work of therapists and individuals of color, DECOLONIZING MENTAL HEALTH calls for a redressal of the ways in which we define psychiatric illness while discussing what a more responsive mental health care system should look like.
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A Tale of Three Chinatowns | Trailer
S6 E2 - 1m 36s
A TALE OF THREE CHINATOWNS explores the survival of urban ethnic neighborhoods in three American cities: Washington, D.C., Chicago, and Boston. Through the voices of residents, community activists, developers, and government officials, the film looks at the forces altering each community and the challenges that go with them, including the pressing issue of urban development and gentrification.
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A Tale of Three Chinatowns | Preview
S6 E2 - 30s
A TALE OF THREE CHINATOWNS explores the survival of urban ethnic neighborhoods in three American cities: Washington, D.C., Chicago, and Boston. Through the voices of residents, community activists, developers, and government officials, the film looks at the forces altering each community and the challenges that go with them, including the pressing issue of urban development and gentrification.
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Heaven: Can You Hear Me? | Promo
S6 E1 - 30s
In Philadelphia, gun violence is the leading cause of death for young Black men. HEAVEN: CAN YOU HEAR ME? explores the impact on families through the eyes of mothers like one woman whose youngest of four sons was murdered. The film demonstrates the challenges gun violence prevention advocates confront while allowing viewers to understand the often-untold trauma and resilience of survivors.
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Heaven: Can You Hear Me? | Trailer
S6 E1 - 1m 8s
In Philadelphia, gun violence is the leading cause of death for young Black men. HEAVEN: CAN YOU HEAR ME? explores the impact on families through the eyes of mothers like one woman whose youngest of four sons was murdered. The film demonstrates the challenges gun violence prevention advocates confront while allowing viewers to understand the often-untold trauma and resilience of survivors.
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Lost & Found: Mothers in Charge | Heaven: Can You Hear Me?
S6 E1 - 2m 57s
Gun violence in Philadelphia is the number one lead cause of death for African American men age 14-24. And Dr. Dorothy Johnson-Speight knows this all too well. She talks about the loss of her 24-year-old son, Khaaliq, and what finding and running the organization Mothers in Charge means to her and how she is helping other mothers try to heal a wound that will stay with them forever.
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Healing a Community | Heaven: Can You Hear Me?
S6 E1 - 1m 40s
Why has gun violence become a crisis in US cities like Philadelphia? For community leaders Colwin Williams, Dr. Dorothy Johnson-Speight and Reuben Jones, they see the challenges, and are working with young Black men and mothers to prevent, intervene and heal them from the traumas inflicted on their community.
Schedule
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Local, USA
The Conversation Remix
Monday
Sep 26
30 Minutes
Three character-driven films present a collage of people's lives and experiences following the death of George Floyd. -
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Local, USA
The Conversation Remix
Tuesday
Sep 27
30 Minutes
Three character-driven films present a collage of people's lives and experiences following the death of George Floyd. -
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Local, USA
The Conversation Remix
Tuesday
Sep 27
30 Minutes
Three character-driven films present a collage of people's lives and experiences following the death of George Floyd. -
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Local, USA
The Conversation Remix
Friday
Sep 30
30 Minutes
Three character-driven films present a collage of people's lives and experiences following the death of George Floyd. -
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Local, USA
The Conversation Remix
Friday
Sep 30
30 Minutes
Three character-driven films present a collage of people's lives and experiences following the death of George Floyd. -
Image
Local, USA
The Conversation Remix
Friday
Sep 30
30 Minutes
Three character-driven films present a collage of people's lives and experiences following the death of George Floyd. -
Image
Local, USA
The Conversation Remix
Saturday
Oct 1
30 Minutes
Three character-driven films present a collage of people's lives and experiences following the death of George Floyd. -
Image
Local, USA
The Conversation Remix
Saturday
Oct 1
30 Minutes
Three character-driven films present a collage of people's lives and experiences following the death of George Floyd. -
Image
Local, USA
The Conversation Remix
Sunday
Oct 2
30 Minutes
Three character-driven films present a collage of people's lives and experiences following the death of George Floyd. -
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Local, USA
The Conversation Remix
Monday
Oct 3
1 Hour 30 Minutes
Three character-driven films present a collage of people's lives and experiences following the death of George Floyd. -
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Local, USA
The Conversation Remix
Monday
Oct 3
30 Minutes
Three character-driven films present a collage of people's lives and experiences following the death of George Floyd. -
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Local, USA
Breach of Trust
Monday
Oct 3
30 Minutes
Examing sexual assault at USC, detailing crimes committed by Dr. Geroge Tyndall and the administration's cover-up. -
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Local, USA
Breach of Trust
Tuesday
Oct 4
30 Minutes
Examing sexual assault at USC, detailing crimes committed by Dr. Geroge Tyndall and the administration's cover-up. -
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Local, USA
Breach of Trust
Tuesday
Oct 4
30 Minutes
Examing sexual assault at USC, detailing crimes committed by Dr. Geroge Tyndall and the administration's cover-up. -
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Local, USA
Breach of Trust
Friday
Oct 7
30 Minutes
Examing sexual assault at USC, detailing crimes committed by Dr. Geroge Tyndall and the administration's cover-up. -
Image
Local, USA
Breach of Trust
Friday
Oct 7
30 Minutes
Examing sexual assault at USC, detailing crimes committed by Dr. Geroge Tyndall and the administration's cover-up. -
Image
Local, USA
Breach of Trust
Friday
Oct 7
30 Minutes
Examing sexual assault at USC, detailing crimes committed by Dr. Geroge Tyndall and the administration's cover-up. -
Image
Local, USA
Breach of Trust
Saturday
Oct 8
30 Minutes
Examing sexual assault at USC, detailing crimes committed by Dr. Geroge Tyndall and the administration's cover-up. -
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Local, USA
Breach of Trust
Sunday
Oct 9
30 Minutes
Examing sexual assault at USC, detailing crimes committed by Dr. Geroge Tyndall and the administration's cover-up. -
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Local, USA
Breach of Trust
Monday
Oct 10
30 Minutes
Examing sexual assault at USC, detailing crimes committed by Dr. Geroge Tyndall and the administration's cover-up.
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