In this thought-provoking episode, host Kenia Thompson explores the decline of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiatives and shares the courtroom-like scrutiny faced by DEI practitioners.

Featuring Sara Wilder, a licensed therapist and clinical addictions specialist, the episode dives into the emotional and psychological costs of DEI backlash—not only to those who champion equity, but to the broader fabric of workplace and institutional mental health. Through powerful examples from North Carolina and serious conversations with policymakers and mental health experts, this discussion reframes racism and bias as both systemic and psychological phenomena.

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