Tony Weaver Jr. comes back to the podcast to talk about his latest book, Weirdo, graphic novel memoir about an awkward preteen who loves all things geeky but struggles with mental health issues and self-doubt. We get into it with how music saved us as awkward youth, how we need to listen to kids as they grow in a post-COVID world, and so much more in this great episode!00:00Reconnecting and Reflecting on Growth02:56The Impact of Literature and Personal Experiences05:52Navigating Identity and Community08:58Addressing Racism and Media Representation12:02The Importance of Listening to Youth15:01Understanding Learning Loss and Its Effects17:59Confronting Masculinity and Societal Expectations33:39Changing Hearts in Modern Times34:43The Role of Challenge in Personal Growth36:23The Impact of Information on Beliefs38:16Navigating Racism in Content Creation39:42Focusing on Ideas Over Individuals40:32Empathy and Understanding in Discussions41:52The Importance of Representation43:34Racism in Nerd Spaces45:10Cultural Perceptions and Misunderstandings47:23The State of Online Communities49:15Content as a Battleground for Culture Wars51:04Experiences of Racism in Japan54:48The Need for Offline Conversations57:54The Importance of Genuine Conversations01:01:37Learning from Mistakes and Growing Together Special Guest: Tony Weaver Jr.
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