It's A Privilege
Welcome to "It's a Privilege," the podcast where we dive deep into the subtle and not-so-subtle privileges that shape our lives. Hosted by Jason Browne, inspired by his TEDx talk and forthcoming book "Possibilities of Privilege," this series explores how unearned advantages affect us all — from beauty and mental health to family backgrounds and geographical impacts.
Each episode, featuring a diverse lineup of guests from Rotary leaders to celebrities and activists, unpacks a different aspect of privilege and examines how it can be leveraged for positive change.
Join us for thought-provoking stories, expert insights, and a fresh perspective on the roles we play in a more equitable world. Tune in to challenge your views, discover unseen advantages, and learn how to use what you have for the greater good.
Available on all major podcast platforms and in video on Spotify and YouTube.
Episodes
11 episodes
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 imp...
Privilege of Peace (Part 2 of 2): Beyond Absence of War with Lauren Coffaro
Welcome back to another enlightening episode of "It's a Privilege" podcast! In Season 1, Episode 10, we continue our deep dive into the Privilege of Peace. If you haven't listened to our earlier episodes, we highly recommend catching up ...
Privilege of Peace (Part 1 of 2): Shaping Global Peace with Lauren Coffaro
What is the privilege of peace? How does one trip to Egypt change ones perspective on peace around the world?Welcome to Episode 9 of 'It's a Privilege', where we delve deep into the Privilege of Peace. In this episode, host Jason Browne...
Privilege of Travel (Part 3 of 3): When is travel is a waste of time?
Is all travel truly worth your time, or are certain trips just a waste? On this episode of It's a Privilege, we confront this provocative question by examining how personal preferences, familiarity, safety, and companionship shape our travel ex...
Privilege of Travel (Part 2 of 3): Unpacking the Journey
This episode of 'It's a Privilege' podcast is part two in a discussion on the privilege of travel, featuring guests Peter Teehan and John Ockenfels, both aviation enthusiasts and Rotarians working to end polio. The hosts, Jason, Dawn, and James...
Privilege of Travel (Part 1 of 3): Flight to End Polio
In this episode of 'It's a Privilege' podcast, the hosts and two special guests, Peter Tien and John Ockenfels, explore the privilege of travel. Alongside hosts James Tierney and Don Rosenbaum, they discuss personal experiences with trave...
Privilege of Choice (Part 2 of 2): Lessons from a Planet Walker
What if you chose not to speak for 17 years and avoided motorized vehicles for 22 years? Join us in this eye-opening episode as we sit down with Dr. John Francis, the planet walker, to explore the profound journey of a man who defied societal n...
Privilege of Choice (Part 1 of 2): Silent Path of Dr. Francis
What if you chose to remain silent for 17 years? Join us on "It's a Privilege" as we explore the remarkable life of Dr. John Francis, the Planet Walker, who did exactly that. Along with our co-hosts, Dr. Seria Chatters and Brandon Rhodes, we un...
Trailer 3 | Discovering Life's Secret Edges with Influential Voices
How can the privilege of choice or beauty shape our lives in unexpected ways?Join us in our premiere episode of "It's a Privilege" as we uncover profound truths about the privileges we often overlook. Inspired by my TEDx talk, "The Poss...
Trailer 2 | Journey for Peace and Messages Beyond
What would you say if you had to encapsulate the essence of humanity in a single message for space? Join us in this sneak peek episode of IPrivilege Podcast, as we explore fascinating questions like these with our distinguished guests. ...
Trailer 1 | Are You Ready to Explore the Possibilities of Privilege?
In this trailer for the 'It's a Privilege' podcast, the host offers a sneak peek of the upcoming series premiering on August 9th, 2024. Inspired by my TEDx talk, "The Possibilities of Privilege," we’ll dive into themes like accessibility, famil...