In light of this week's demonstrations against racial violence and police brutality in America,

it didn't feel right for us to disregard the current climate and post-nept episode of

and that's why we drink. Instead, as white folks, we feel it's time to step out of frame and

listen, learn and absorb from black voices before taking action. And said, and that's why we drink,

has decided along with several other podcasts to participate in the podcast Blackout and

support of and in solidarity with this week's demonstrations against police brutality and racial

violence in America. Instead of listening to this week's episode, we urge you to take this time

to do what you can to join the fight against racial injustice. If you are unable to protest,

there are still countless ways to directly help the protest efforts. If you have the means,

please consider donating to Campaign Zero, reclaim the block, the Black Vision's collective,

or countless other local and national initiatives. You can also spend this time joining the

cleanup efforts in your city, or educating yourself, family, and friends about the events that have

led up to the current state of our country. Consider committing to patronizing more Black-owned

businesses in your area. Download the app Eat Okra to find local Black-owned restaurants in your city.

Please visit tinyurl.com slash BOM forever for an extensive list of places to donate

petitions to sign and tips for protesting safely. Thank you and we'll be back next week.

For now, we urge you to take action. Whatever you do, don't do nothing. Black lives matter.

White silence is white violence.