Privilege of Poverty (Part 1 of 3): Collision of Wealth and Poverty w/ Jim Ott

What happens when the worlds of privilege and poverty collide?

In this illuminating episode of "It's a Privilege," host Jason Browne is joined by co-hosts Dawn Rosenbaum, a non-binary healthcare professional and improv director, and Brandon Rhodes, a gamer, improviser, and DEI director at Happy Valley Improv, to delve deep into the intricate relationship between poverty and privilege.

Our special guest is Jim Ott, a seasoned school psychologist with over 35 years of experience who leads community workshops called Bridges Out of Poverty. Jim shares his transformative journey from growing up comfortably in a predominantly white town in Michigan to experiencing life as an outsider during his teenage years in Brazil. His stories shed light on how privilege can be invisible to those who have it and how experiencing "otherness" can profoundly reshape one's understanding of social dynamics.

 

Learn more about Bridges Out of Poverty here: https://www.ahaprocess.com/

 

In this episode, we explore:

• Personal Narratives on Poverty
• The Invisible Nature of Privilege
• Stigma and Self-Treating
• Dignity in Support Services
• Leveraging Privilege for Positive Change

Join us for a thought-provoking conversation that challenges common perceptions and invites listeners to reflect on their own experiences and biases. Discover how understanding the complexities of poverty and privilege can lead to more empathetic interactions and contribute to a more equitable society.

Tune in to gain fresh perspectives, engage with heartfelt stories, and learn how to use your own privileges for the greater good.

Available now on all major podcast platforms and in video on Spotify and YouTube.

For more information about the host, go to www.thejasonbrowne.com
Check out the TEDx talk here: TEDx Possibilities of Privilege
Thanks you for being a part of the conversation.