Deep Dive
Why did Rae Wynn-Grant choose to study wildlife in Africa?
She sought a connection to nature and her African ancestry, and wanted real experience in wildlife management.
Why did Rae Wynn-Grant feel ashamed after Hurricane Katrina?
She realized the scale of racism's impact and felt guilty for misleading people about the state of Black Americans.
Why did Angelica Lindsay-Ali initially decline the invitation to Hajj?
She was eight months pregnant and didn't like the idea of living with thousands of strangers in the desert.
Why did Angelica feel imposter syndrome during Hajj?
She felt her spiritual practices were unconventional and worried she didn't fit the traditional Muslim mold.
Why did Grace Topinka feel nervous about her spa day with Chelsea?
It was their first time hanging out outside of work, and she was anxious about social situations due to her therapy.
Why did Zakiya Minifee want to avoid being seen as 'that American' during her trip to Spain?
She wanted to avoid the stereotype of loud, culturally insensitive American tourists.
Why did Zakiya initially feel frustrated with the older gentleman at the Alhambra?
She thought he was being overly dramatic and touristy, which she wanted to avoid.
Why did Josh Holland feel exhausted during his first meeting with his birth mother?
She was intensely observing and analyzing every detail of his behavior, which was overwhelming.
Why did Josh's birth mother feel anxious during their meeting?
She was worried that Josh might be angry with her for giving him up for adoption.
- Rae was the only black student in her wildlife management program in Kenya.
- She initially downplayed the racial issues in America to her Maasai friends.
- Hurricane Katrina exposed the harsh realities of racism, leading her to a deeper racial consciousness.
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