REVISIT: Calling In with Loretta Ross

About this episode

The episode features a conversation with Dr. Loretta Ross about her book on making change through connection rather than public shaming.

We're revisiting our conversation with Dr. Loretta Ross because her book, Calling In: How to Start Making Change with Those You’d Rather Cancel, is the Integrated Schools book club pick for this month. You can register for one of our amazing, free book club sessions here- https://integratedschools.org/book-club/ We’re joined by MacArthur “Genius” and legendary activist Dr. Loretta Ross for a conversation that left us grounded, challenged, and deeply moved. From her early work in reproductive justice and anti-violence movements, to her current mission disrupting “call-out culture,” Dr. Ross offers us a path forward rooted in grace, accountability, and radical love. We explore what it means to “call in” rather than call out—especially in an era where public shaming feels ever-present and social media rewards outrage. Dr. Ross shares her personal story of trauma, healing, and transformation, and helps us understand how real change happens not through perfection or purity, but through connection and curiosity. Together we unpack the power of holding ourselves and others accountable without dehumanizing. We talk parenting, public schools, and what it means to stay in the struggle…

People in this episode

Hosts: Andrew Lefkowits, Val Brown, Courtney Mykytyn

Guest: Dr. Loretta Ross

Topics covered

• call-in culture
• parenting
• social justice
• public schools
• accountability
• activism

Keywords

• call in
• activism
• parenting
• social media
• public shaming
• reproductive justice
• accountability

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Integrated Schools, MacArthur

Books & works: Calling In: How to Start Making Change with Those You’d Rather Cancel

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