In our last episode of Season 2 (or ever?), we discuss the power of words and language to reinforce systems and to subvert them. Also, Vana is not here to get a degree in linguistics, Teresa finds more sponsorship opportunities for us, and Simm

S2 Episode 5: Media Mogul Manfluencers

Dec 16th, 2019 1h 20m

We discuss the power and influence wielded by three media moguls: William Randolph Hearst, Rupert Murdoch, and Jack Dorsey. Also, Simmy ponders if she could be friends with Rupert (and his bust of Lenin), Vana thinks not spreading misinformatio

S2 Episode 4: O healthcare where art thou? Healthcare in rural areas

Dec 9th, 2019 1h 12m

We discuss how distance makes it harder for people in rural areas to access health care services, and some programs different countries have introduced to try and address this issue. Also, Teresa might share her Disney+ login if you’re nice, Si

S2 Bonus Episode: How Not to Reclaim Your Time

Dec 2nd, 2019 21m 31s

We discuss TV shows, books, and movies we do NOT recommend you reclaim your time with, aka unpopular pop culture opinions. Vana would prefer if this episode were called ‘Things that are not for me, but you feel free to enjoy,’ Teresa likes her

S2 Episode 3: Housing Bias: Seeing Red

Nov 26th, 2019 1h 7m

We discuss historical and current discrimination in housing based on race (often referred to in the US as ‘redlining’). Also, Simmy won’t stop sneaking in TV recommendations, Vana does her best impression of the Tardis, and Teresa proposes we s

S2 Episode 2: No State for Our Nation

Nov 18th, 2019 1h 15m

We discuss the challenges the Shona, the Rohingya, and the Uyghur communities face as stateless peoples and the systems that created their statelessness. Also, Teresa tries to throw a wrench into Vana and Simmy’s friendship, Simmy defies our ep

S2 Episode 1: Don’t automate me!

Nov 12th, 2019 58m 53s

We’re baaaaaaaaaaack! We talk about the perils of automated debt collection and how job ad algorithms may be good at getting clicks but can also excel at teaching themselves to perpetuate systemic inequity. Also, Vana is well caffeinated, Teres

Season 2 Trailer

Oct 27th, 2019 1m 57s

Guess who’s back, back again! Check out our trailer for season 2 and look for the first episode soon! Coming up in season 2, we’ll discuss the power of words, media moguls, automation, and more. For more Cider & Sensitivity follow us on Twitt

S1 Episode 9: Intersectional design

May 22nd, 2019 1h 31m

In the last episode of season 1 we discuss intersectional design, examples of poor design, and how the design process can become more inclusive. Also, Vana’s drink choice is finally found to be acceptable, Simmy manages to bring up peeing again

S1 Episode 8: Indigenous incarceration rates

May 15th, 2019 1h 27m

We discuss incarceration rates for Indigenous people in Australia, New Zealand and Canada, and the underlying systemic oppression these countries need to address to create less discriminatory justice systems. Also, another pop culture reference

S1 Episode 7: Access to safe water

May 6th, 2019 1h 17m

We discuss current inequities in the access to safe water, and what we can do better to ensure all communities have safe water supplies. Also, we agree that people shouldn’t be peed on without their consent, tell the Chicago School economists t

S1 Episode 6: The women’s suffrage movement in the United States

Apr 30th, 2019 1h 24m

We discuss women’s suffrage in the US and the lessons we can take from this historical movement to inform current progressive causes. Also, Simmy is up for civil disobedience in the form of lie-ins so she can rest her painful head, Vana gets he

S1 Episode 5: Australian refugee policies

Apr 15th, 2019 1h 22m

We discuss Australia’s refugee policies, how we can treat refugees with greater compassion, and what our communities can do better to reduce the underlying causes of refugee migration. Also, a GoT joke flies right over Teresa and Vana’s heads,

S1 Episode 4: The spread of fake news

Apr 8th, 2019 1h 19m

We discuss the spread of fake news and how damaging it has been to society. We also look at the scientific research into why we believe fake news and consider how we (as individuals) and social media organizations can do better. We ask ourselve

S1 Episode 3: Affirmative Action in US Colleges

Apr 1st, 2019 1h 25m

We discuss affirmative action policies in US colleges and how we can keep working to make university admissions fairer. We also indulge in a Vana-mini-rant about Theresa May’s glass cliff, find out why Simmy is not bothered by imposter syndrome

S1 Episode 2: Violence against women in politics

Mar 25th, 2019 1h 20m

We discuss the disproportionate levels of violence women politicians experience, the gendered attacks Julia Gillard faced as Australia’s first female prime minister, and how we can keep working to make political life safe for everyone. We also

S1 Episode 1: #MeToo

Mar 18th, 2019 1h 17m

We discuss the historical context of #MeToo, the success and frustrations of the movement so far, and explore ideas about how we can prevent harassment happening in the future. We also find hope in the activism of younger generations, Simmy war

Cider & Sensitivity S1 Trailer

Mar 10th, 2019 1m 3s

Coming soon! Join Teresa, Simmy, and Vana as they turn a critical eye to systemic issues in society such as the #metoo movement, the treatment of refugees, the spread of fake news, affirmative action, and representation in pop culture. There wi

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