Nadia and Rob welcome theatre DEI expert DeWanda Smith Soeder to talk about cultural competencies needed to create and run a theatrical production, how cultural issues collide in wigs, wardrobe, and makeup, and lessons for other creative spaces. They also discuss the NFL's New England Patriots' new head coach's take on why "seeing color" is important and Rob takes us back to Utah for more anti-DEI chicanery. Later, they rave about the FAA's new accessibility regulations and rant about a Democratic presidential candidate's cash-inspired change of heart on DEI.

Learn more about the articles mentioned:

New England Patriots’ promotion of Jerod Mayo important for Black coaches - https://andscape.com/features/new-england-patriots-promotion-of-jerod-mayo-important-for-black-coaches/

First public hearing on Utah’s anti-DEI bill marked by tense debate over discrimination and the words of MLK - https://www.sltrib.com/news/education/2024/01/18/first-public-hearing-utahs-anti/

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