Sweet Tea and The Economy
Sweet Tea and The Economy
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Welcome to Sweet Tea and Economy, where we blend refreshing Southern charm with insightful #economic conversation! This podcast is your direct line to the Carolinas LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce. We're all about fostering growth and leadership within the LGBTQ+ business community. Tune in for candid discussions on economic trends, smart business strategies, and the unique financial journeys within the #LGBTQ+ landscape. Pour yourself a glass, and let's get talking!
#LGBTQ #SmallBusiness #ProfessionalDevelopment #Entrepreneurship
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The podcast focuses on a variety of topics including economic justice, advocacy, small business success, and professional development, with notable episodes discussing legislative impacts on the LGBTQ+ community, entrepreneurial journeys in fitness, HR insights, and legal rights in North Carolina.
Welcome to Sweet Tea and Economy, where we blend refreshing Southern charm with insightful #economic conversation! This podcast is your direct line to the Carolinas LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce. We’re all about fostering growth and leadership within the LGBTQ+ business community. Tune in for candid discussions on economic trends, smart business strategies, and the unique financial journeys within the #LGBTQ+ landscape. Pour yourself a glass, and let’s get talking!
#LGBTQ #SmallBusiness #ProfessionalDevelopment #Entrepreneurship
In this insightful episode of Sweet Tea and The Economy, host Zach Anderson chats with Rebby Kern and Bethany Corrigan from the BEACON Committee. These two seasoned advocates share their deep expertise in nonprofit and policy work, explaining how government decisions impact the LGBTQ+ community's economic well-being. From the costly lessons of HB2 to the complexities of modern-day ”cancel culture” and DEI, they offer powerful advice on finding credible information, building resilience, and maintaining joy while fighting for a better future. A must-listen for anyone interested in advocacy, economic justice, and living authentically.
Takeaways:
• Advocacy work is essential for economic growth.
• Understanding rights is crucial for young advocates.
• Self-care is vital in advocacy to prevent burnout.
• The economy is an ecosystem that affects everyone.
• Language and identity play significant roles in advocacy.
• Boycotts can be a powerful tool for change.
• Community engagement is key to effective advocacy.
• Critical thinking is necessary when consuming information.
• There is no one right way to be an advocate.
• Togetherness strengthens the impact of advocacy efforts.
Chapters:
00:00 – Understanding the Beacon Committee
02:33 – The Economic Impact of Legislation
05:02 – The Ecosystem of Advocacy
07:27 – Empowering Young Advocates
10:46 – Navigating Information and Misinformation
15:16 – Reflections on Organizational Involvement
16:39 – The Evolution of DEI and Its Impact
18:29 – Navigating Cancel Culture and Institutional Loyalty
21:16 – Economic Power and Boycotts in Activism
24:49 – Self-Care and Mental Health in Advocacy
28:09 – Identity, Belonging, and the Pressure to Conform
31:39 – The Importance of Individuality in the Queer Community
#LGBTQAdvocacy #EconomicEquity #PolicyWork #BEACONCommittee #CarolinasLGBTChamber #Nonprofit #Advocacy #Inclusion #LGBTQBusiness #SweetTeaAndTheEconomy #HB2 #NorthCarolina #SouthCarolina #CommunityPower #GrasshoppersUnite #Authenticity #Resilience #DEI #QueerPolicy #BethanyCorrigan #RebbyKern
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