The Spark of Connection:
- The conversation begins by introducing Melvin and Lukas, who met while working at Microsoft.
- The book's backstory emerges from the murder of George Floyd and the global response.
A Turning Point:
- Lukas describes the emotional turmoil following George Floyd's death and the pressure he felt as a white person navigating conversations about race.
- Melvin, one of the few Black people at his workplace, highlights the constant burden Black people face in such situations.
- In a pivotal moment, Dr. Murphy flips the script, asking Lukas how he's doing instead of the other way around.
From Discomfort to Dialogue:
- Dr. Murphy's act of turning the tables opens a door for deeper conversation.
- Lukas, a writer by training, starts processing his emotions by writing a letter to Dr. Murphy.
- The letter explores Lucas's privilege, inaction, and desire to be a meaningful ally.
- Listen to this episode to explore the exchanges Dr. Murphy and Lukas had and see how their story unfolds.
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Linkedin (Dr Melvin Murphy): https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-melvin-murphy/ Linkedin (Lukas Velush): https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukas-velush-5573762/
Twitter (Lukas Velush): https://twitter.com/luvelush
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