Dear Ladybug Podcast friends,

We’re writing today to inform you that we won’t be publishing an episode this week. We strongly believe that the death of George Floyd and the protests happening across the country are of utmost importance. We are taking this week to remember not only Mr. Floyd but all Black people who have been unjustly killed.

We have donated our sponsorship profits from the next episode in support of Campaign Zero. Donating is just one way we can help the Black community and we encourage all of our listeners, if you’re financially able, to do the same.

We’re taking this week to educate ourselves about anti-racism and hope you will too.

• Being Antiracist
• Justice for George Floyd: What to Read and What You Can Do
• Anti-Racism Resources For White People
• Ain’t I a Woman: Black Women and Feminism by bell hooks
• I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou
• So You Want To Talk About Race by Ijeomo Oluo
• How To Be An Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi

Racism is not a “United States” issue: it’s a world issue. We all have a responsibility to stand against racism and support the Black community. Our Black friends and colleagues are hurting. Are you listening?