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A Conversation with Dr. C. Nicole Mason: Overcoming Adversity and Advocating for Equality
In this episode, Dr. C. Nicole Mason shares her remarkable journey as one of the first in her family to graduate from high school and college, exploring themes of personal resilience and advocacy for social justice.
Her experiences of inequality, episodic homelessness, and the impact of social safety net programs shaped her commitment to addressing societal disparities.
Dr. Mason discusses her academic journey, impactful career, and the systemic challenges that persist in today's world. The conversation delves into the importance of having a voice, the ongoing struggles related to gender pay gaps, the broader implications of social safety net cuts, and the current state of democracy.
Dr. Mason also reflects on the ro ...