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Learn the complicated origin of Juneteenth, get informed about the best terms to use, and gain clarity on what Juneteenth means for us today.This episode is a new, update version of previous releases related to Juneteenth.Related episodes:Slave
I’d bet money that you don’t know as much as you think you know about critical race theory. I was surprised when I went to the original work of the scholars who created it.In this episode, we clear away the assumptions and we get right at the h
Consider this Intersectionality 101. Learn about the origins of intersectional theory, how intersectionality gained widespread attention, what critics take issue with, and why it matters.This episode has been pulled from the archives and given
White people often make sense of their racial identity by thinking of themselves as an oppressor or savior. But these flawed core beliefs don’t translate into much.To gain a better view of yourself and other white people, you need a healthier w
Now that we're a year and a half into this thing, I figured it's about time I revist my story and share details I never have before. I open up about my hardships, my radical transformations, my plentiful mistakes, and how I got to where I am no
From Ubers to courtrooms to classrooms, there's a pernicious kind of racial discrimination in which a few bad apples spoil the bunch.In this episode, I'm sharing a perfect case study — one that will make it easy for you to explain what systemic
Despite being widely criticized, White Fragility has been hugely successful. The best-selling book, which fraught with mistaken assumptions and misguided directives, epitomizes a very flawed approach to antiracism.This episode is a clear, conci
Robin DiAngelo's rationale is littered with issues, but this episode is devoted to one error in particular — a teaching that I followed until it just about ran me into the ground. A teaching that too many of us have adopted. Related episodes:Sy
When it comes to DiAngelo's approach to antiracism, I have some weighty grievances. Concerns, if you will. Let's talk about them. Related episodes:Identity Politics... It’s Complicated on Apple & SpotifyExposing the Lies That Make Us Fragile on
Let's turn our attention to misogynoir, the unique struggle of Black women. Related episodes:Intersectionality in 30 Min: How it Originated, Gained Popularity, & Has Rapidly Changed on Apple & SpotifySources:Demarginalizing the Intersections of
I have good news and bad news. I'll start with the bad news: The desire to be thought of as antiracist doesn't actually make you antiracist. If only!The good news: If you do want to be antiracist, there's a clear and attainable threshold that y
I'm feeling brave enough to address criticism I've received in response to previous episodes. Since I talk a big game about facing conflict and disagreement, I figured it's time to practice what I preach. So, buckle up. My critics make some goo
When I hear something that's obviously racist, it's always a joke. They get to the punchline. I don't laugh— I never do. Turns out, it's actually pretty easy (and really important) to burst the bubble. Related episodes:White Allies, Don’t Leave
Should white people be vocal antiracists ("Silence is violence") or just center people of color and step aside ("Don't steal the mic")? The mixed messages are confusing. Let's shed some light on white people's role in antiracism. Related episod
Like you, I've been petrified by the headlines that race-related books are being banned from schools and libraries across the country. But I have some surprisingly good news.Listen in to learn about the current state of race-related books in li
Conservatives say that liberals are the real racists. Liberals say that conservatives couldn't be more wrong.Who's right? Who's not? Who's delusional? Who's ready to dive into the heated debate?Related episodes:Should We Embrace Race or Move Pa
There's so much confusion surrounding what critical race theory is and what it isn't. Critical race theory is misrepresented by those who oppose it and misunderstood by those who embrace it.In this episode, I clear away that confusion so you ca
In this episode, I'm answering questions I've received from all of you! We cover a bunch of important topics: How do I really focus on combatting systemic racism? Am I guilty of cultural appropriation without even realizing it? I know we should
What actually counts as tone policing? You might not really know - it's a terribly misunderstood concept. That's why we need to set the record straight. In this episode, you'll learn what tone policing is, what it isn't, why it matters, and why
In this quick episode, you'll learn about the surprising origins of the term white privilege, how even the most well-meaning people get it wrong, and how we should describe privilege to skeptics. Related episodes:White People, You Need to Ditch
The group of people most passionate about racism are as guilty as anyone. On the whole, progressives are heading down a wayward path— generalizing, stereotyping, discriminating— and don't even know it. We need to unpack how "antiracism" can get
If you've got questions about "identity politics," well, I do too. In this episode, I'm spilling all of my honest thoughts because here's some serious baggage we need to unpack. Related episodes:Intersectionality in 30 Min on Apple & SpotifyThe
You're tired of it. I'm tired of it. Good-for-nothing white guilt has got to go. Related episodes:On Intersectionality, Breaking Down Collective vs Indiviudual Identity Apple & SpotifyDebunking Implicit Racial Bias on Apple and SpotifyTo suppo
Recently, more and more schools and companies have been in hot water for trying to create "safe spaces." The issue? In certain cases, these DEI developments are considered legal discrimination. Learn why this is & what to make of all of this.Re
I'm answering more of your burning questions! Can racism ever work in reverse? What's wrong with the whole "racism = prejudice + power" definition? What are my honest thoughts on Malcolm X? How should we feel about the term 'woke'? What should
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