Beyond Shame and Blame with Jay Coen Gilbert
From EquitAble by Dr. Adriane Johnson‑Williams
May 4, 2026 · 34 min · Episode 39
About this episode
The episode explores the role of white men in discussions about racial and economic justice, emphasizing the need for inclusion and vulnerability.
Examining the complex role of white men in conversations about racial and economic justice, the episode challenges prevailing narratives and calls for greater inclusion and vulnerability among men who are often painted with a broad brush of privilege. Through personal stories and a focus on changing culture and mental models, Dr. Adriane and Jay Coen Gilbert highlight both the suffering and the responsibility that white men share within existing systems of power. The discussion invites reflection on how authentic engagement and the acknowledgment of shared humanity can catalyze meaningful change for individuals and society.
People in this episode
Host: Dr. Adriane Johnson‑Williams
Guest: Jay Coen Gilbert
Topics covered
- racial justice
- economic justice
- white privilege
- inclusion
- vulnerability
- cultural change
Keywords
- racial justice
- economic justice
- white men
- privilege
- cultural change
- authentic engagement
- shared humanity
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