The Real Talks Podcast

Pran Patel and Dr Sarif Alrai

Dr Sarif Alrai and Pran Patel speak truth to power on a variety of different topics ranging from systemic anti-racism, activism, education to our everyday lives. We speak simply about our reality as two men of colour in the Great British (UK) society today. read less
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Episode 3 - Psycho-Othering
Nov 29 2020
Episode 3 - Psycho-Othering
In this episode, Sarif and Pran are joined by Dr Dwight Turner, Senior Lecturer at University of Brighton, UK. They discuss the concept of The Other as well as representation of People of Colour in the world of Psychology, Psychotherapy, and Mental Health.

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Episode 3 - Psycho-Othering
Nov 29 2020
Episode 3 - Psycho-Othering
In this episode, Sarif and Pran are joined by Dr Dwight Turner, Senior Lecturer at University of Brighton, UK. They discuss the concept of The Other as well as representation of People of Colour in the world of Psychology, Psychotherapy, and Mental Health.
Episode 2 - The Resurgence of Karens
Nov 22 2020
Episode 2 - The Resurgence of Karens
In episode two, Sarif and Pran invite Maire Cervenak from New Jersey (USA) to contribute on the 'rise of 'Karens''. We delve into questions like: What is a 'Karen'? Is the term Racist? Sexist? Classist? What are 'White Women's Tears'? How does it relate to privilege, intersectionality and society today? And finally, as antiracists, how do we battle its impact?
Episode 1 - The American Idol President
Nov 17 2020
Episode 1 - The American Idol President
In this episode, Pran and Sarif reflect on the outcome of the 2020 US Presidential elections. They talk about the nature of politics, knowledge, and populism in today's society.