About this episode

The episode explores the impact of harmful language and the responsibility of choosing words that heal rather than harm.

In this powerful episode of The Cracked Cauldron Podcast, Jacob and Ed are joined by EP Jeryd Bolden-Greer and Veronica Williams to explore the deep impact of harmful language, specifically slurs, and how they shape identity, belonging, and emotional safety. Through history, lived experience, and cultural context, we examine why these words carry such destructive weight, how they’re used to marginalize communities, and what it means to challenge them with awareness and accountability. This conversation invites listeners to reflect on the responsibility we all share in choosing language that heals rather than harms.

People in this episode

Hosts: Jacob, Ed Bolden-Greer

Guests: EP Jeryd Bolden-Greer, Veronica Williams

Topics covered

• harmful language
• identity
• belonging
• emotional safety
• cultural context
• accountability

Keywords

• slurs
• marginalization
• language
• cultural context
• identity
• emotional safety
• accountability

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