Get a Spine!

https://www.thisamericanlife.org/674/get-a-spine

This was quite an interesting one. As part of our focus on gender equality we’d been digging into topics like #metoo. This episode contains a fascinating story of someone realizing the pain they had caused and actually attempting to apologize - something we rarely get to see or hear.

Logistics: We listened to the Prologue and Scene One, then stopped for discussion. You could probably even cut out the Prologue if you’re short on time.

Discussion Questions

1. What makes it difficult for people to speak up when they witness unfairness or wrongdoing?

2. How can small acts of courage influence larger cultural or social change?

3. What strategies might help someone find the confidence to advocate for themselves or others?

4. How can allies support people who take risks to challenge harmful behavior or systems?