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The Ben & Jamesa Podcast: Lead with Humanity!

🎙️ Welcome to The Ben & Jamesa Podcast. Join us for thoughtful conversations, personal stories, and a splash of humor as we explore what it truly means to lead with humanity—at work, at home, and everywhere in between. Each episode digs into workplace transformation, intersectional insights, and personal growth, giving you ideas, inspiration, and practical tools to build real, authentic community. Subscribe, hit the bell, and come along for the journey—let’s lead with humanity, together.

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Ep. 141: Shit I Have A Problem With (Ft. Eckoes)

The Ben & Jamesa Podcast: Lead with Humanity! ·

2025/06/11

This week, we’re joined by the brilliant Eckoes, creator behind one of our favorite social media accounts, Shit I Have a Problem With. We get into what it actually means to have a problem with something — and how to do it in a way that doesn’t just center your ego or shut the whole thing down. We talk about why discomfort isn’t the enemy, how calling something out can still leave room for connection, and why the goal isn’t to always be agreeable — it’s to be real. We also reflect on Portugal’...

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Ep. 140: Calm the "F" Down

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2025/06/04

In this episode, we dive into the four F’s—Fight, Flight, Freeze, and Fawn—and how these survival responses can derail us from doing the right thing, especially in moments that call for courage, clarity, or connection. We unpack how these patterns show up in leadership, relationships, and everyday life—and share practical ways to navigate them more effectively. And of course, we sprinkle in real stories from our life here in Portugal—because healing and humor go hand in hand. Support the show

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Ep. 139: Hiding Control in Virtuous Language

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2025/05/28

What do phrases like “pro-life,” “law and order,” and “family values” have in common? They sound virtuous—but they’re often just control, dressed up as morality. In this episode, Ben and Jamesa—coming to you from our life here in Portugal—unpack how language that sounds good on the surface can actually be a tool for domination, silence, and harm. We explore how these phrases shape everything from public policy to workplace culture, and how control often hides behind ideas that seem unassailab...

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Ep. 138: Do White People Hate Racism Enough?

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2025/05/21

We hear it all the time: “Of course I hate racism.” But when we start looking a little deeper — into silence, avoidance, who we protect, and what we’re willing to give up — the picture gets murkier. In this episode, we’re talking honestly about the gap between intention and impact when it comes to anti-racism. We get into: Why it’s easier to say the right thing than to live differentlyHow control, comfort, and avoidance keep racism aliveWhat the recent Google discrimination lawsuit tells us ...

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Ep. 137: Start With This Episode (and Black Fatigue)

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2025/05/14

If you’ve ever wondered where to begin with this podcast, this is the one. In our season 9 opener, we bring you into the heart of our work: building a community rooted in letting go of control and choosing connection. We explore the recent Portuguese elections—how voting works here, what’s at stake, and how it all contrasts with the U.S. political system. Then we dig into something heavier: Black Fatigue. A term originally created to describe the long-term physical and emotional toll of racis...

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Ep. 136: Why Do White People Have No Empathy For...

The Ben & Jamesa Podcast: Lead with Humanity! ·

2025/05/07

In this episode, we dive into the viral video of a white woman calling a Black child the N-word—and the jaw-dropping fact that she made over $600K in donations afterward. We unpack what this says about whiteness, dehumanization, and the selective empathy that shields white perpetrators while abandoning Black children. We also talk about the staggering global indifference to the suffering of children in Gaza and the disturbing patterns in white responses to harm—especially when the victims a...

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Ep. 135: Disruption and A Real Pain

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2025/04/30

In today’s episode, Ben and Jamesa reflect on the recent blackout in Portugal and what it revealed about control, flexibility, and unexpected stillness. They also dive into insights sparked by the film A Real Pain, exploring themes of grief, family dynamics, mental health, and the lifelong practice of learning to get along. It’s a conversation about disruption, connection, and what we carry with us—whether the lights are on or not.

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Ep. 134: Neurospicy Social Justice

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2025/04/23

In this episode of Ben and Jamesa, we dive into the intersection of neurodivergence and social justice, exploring what it means to live as a neurospicy family in a world built for neurotypical norms. We unpack RFK Jr.’s recent comments about autism and why pathologizing neurodivergence is both harmful and outdated. From emotional sensitivity to sensory needs, we share how our neurospicyness shapes the way we move through parenting, relationships, and justice work. We also explore how ne...

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Ep. 133: Travelling Outside Your Comfort Zone

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2025/04/16

In this episode, we explore what it really means to step outside your comfort zone—whether that’s moving across the world, engaging with unfamiliar identities, or sitting with uncomfortable truths about privilege and power. We kick things off with Jamesa’s personal journey into expat life and her new focus on coaching individuals and families through the emotional and identity-shifting realities of living abroad. From there, we dive into the deeper discomfort many people—especially those with...

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Ep. 132: Netflix's Adolescence and the HVO Cycle

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2025/04/02

In this episode, we dive into Adolescence, Netflix’s hit series on toxic masculinity, disconnection, and the Manosphere. We break down how the show illustrates the Hero-Victim-Offender (HVO) Cycle—the pattern that keeps men trapped in harmful identities—and what it reveals about power, control, and connection. We also answer a key listener question: What’s the difference between therapy and therapeutic coaching? Tune in for a deep dive into Adolescence, masculinity, and breaking free fr...

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Ep. 131: Caring for Yourself, Caring for your Community

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2025/03/26

In this episode of the Ben and Jamesa Podcast, we explore what it truly takes to care for yourself deeply—beyond bubble baths and quick fixes—so that you can show up fully for your family, your community, and the world. We discuss life changes, including navigating the emotional and physical shifts that come with aging and menopause, and how embracing self-care as a transformative practice can enhance resilience and connection. We also take a look at some inspiring headlines from around the g...

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Ep. 130: White People and Empathy Deficits

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2025/03/20

In this episode, we break down the latest headlines and the recurring theme of white empathy deficits shaping public discourse. We unpack the return of segregation—not in name, but in practice—as systemic choices continue to isolate and exclude marginalized communities. And in a sharp left turn, we also talk about menopause—because if society refuses to discuss it, we will! From brain fog to surprise hot flashes in the middle of a meeting, we get into why menopause is basically puberty’s grum...

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Ep. 129: Black Lives Still Matter

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2025/03/12

In this episode, we dive into the latest headlines and why the fight for Black lives is far from over. We share more details about our move out of the country, unpack the realities of white empathy (and when it’s more harmful than helpful), and discuss the erasure of Black Lives Matter Plaza. From systemic shifts to personal reflections, we break down what these moments mean for the ongoing struggle for justice—and why we refuse to let the conversation fade. Tune in, share, and keep pushing f...

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Ep. 128: Be More Curious

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2025/03/06

"Be More Curious" Curiosity isn’t just a personality trait—it’s a tool for liberation. This week, we’re diving into why being more curious is essential for challenging the oppressive systems that shape our world. First, we take you behind the scenes of our decision to leave the U.S. and why Portugal became our new home. Then, we break down some of the week’s wildest headlines—Zelensky at the White House, and Ben Shapiro’s outrageous call to pardon Derek Chauvin (yes, really). But the heart of...

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Ep. 127: Are All White People Racist

The Ben & Jamesa Podcast: Lead with Humanity! ·

2025/02/26

We’re kicking off a brand-new season with a fresh structure, new ways for you to engage, and even bigger conversations! And what better way to start than by tackling the question we get asked the most—Are all white people racist? Buckle up, because we’re diving into the real meaning behind this question, the reactions it sparks, and what it reveals about race in America. Plus, we break down the week’s biggest headlines, share the personal stories that made us realize it was time to take...

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Ep. 126: Toxic Individualism and the Need for Community

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2025/02/19

This week, we’re talking about the myth of self-sufficiency and why community matters more than ever. From recent headlines to personal reckonings, we dig into how toxic individualism is making life harder for everyone—and what we can do about it. Also, are we getting a divorce? Maybe. Maybe not. Either way, we’re working through it on the mic. And finally, the age-old debate: Man Flu vs. Woman Flu—who actually suffers more? (Spoiler: One of us has thoughts.) Tune in for real talk, real laugh...

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Ep. 125: Valentines Day and the End of the World

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2025/02/12

In this special Valentine’s Day episode, we dive into the intersection of joy, resistance, and the state of the world. From the Super Bowl halftime show to the challenges of celebrating love amid societal chaos, we explore how we can continue to celebrate joy, connection, and humanity when white supremacy is actively tearing the country apart. We’ll reflect on the ways that the media, politics, and cultural events like the Super Bowl can distract or unify us, and how we can harness the power ...

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Ep. 124: White People & Accountability vs Comfort

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2025/02/05

This week, we've seen headlines that prove—yet again—how white silence protects power. These moments aren’t just happening in the news; they’re happening in your workplace, your community, and your home too. Too often, white people choose comfort over accountability. They stay quiet when: 🚨 A Black colleague is interrupted in a meeting. 🚨 A racist “joke” lands, and everyone nervously laughs. 🚨 A qualified Black employee is overlooked for a promotion—again. If you’ve ever thought, “I ...

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Ep. 123: White People Enter the Find Out Phase

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2025/01/29

We had some audio issues this episode, but... Trump’s first week back in power is already showing us exactly what we feared—escalating authoritarianism, attacks on marginalized communities, and a playbook straight out of history’s darkest chapters. We break down what’s happening and what we need to be paying attention to. Then, we shift to Black History Month in the workplace—where performative allyship runs wild, corporate statements fall flat, and real change is often nowhere to be found. W...

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Ep. 122: MLK and Compassion vs Politeness

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2025/01/22

In this powerful episode, we explore Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy through the lens of our CACTI model, focusing on Compassion vs. Politeness. We discuss how Dr. King’s approach to justice and humanity emphasized the courage to act with true compassion—speaking hard truths, challenging the status quo, and dismantling systems of oppression.Join us as we unpack the difference between compassion, which seeks meaningful change, and politeness, which often prioritizes comfort over progress. ...

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