Conversations about racism have become more amplified in recent years and, as educators, we have a responsibility to surface how it affects the systems we inherited and our response to removing barriers to access for all. As part of an 8-part "Thought Leader" podcast series, join our conversation with Courtlandt Butts (Equity Program Manager of Government/NGO Partnerships at the Pacific Educational Group and Leader in the Courageous Conversation TM Protocol) as we consider ways to make conversations about race and racism, both productive and insightful. Listen to Courtlandt's deep historical understanding and comprehensive framing, as he helps educators navigate the complexities of these conversations in education. For those who may want to extend the learning evoked by the podcast, the following facilitation guide (https://bit.ly/2QUzAS6) has been developed to help with next steps in deepening the shared learning. This series is brought to you in collaboration with Learning Forward, the only professional association devoted exclusively to establishing and sustaining highly effective professional development for educators. To learn more about Learning Forward, visit www.learningforward.org. myPD Unplugged is a production of the Office of Curriculum, Instruction, and Professional Development in Long Beach Unified School District.