53: Let's Talk About Racism

01/07/2020 1h 48min Episodio 53
53: Let's Talk About Racism

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Mark Wilson and Michelle Rubin have an honest discussion about racism, including Mark’s experience as the only Black student in their predominantly white high school, an open letter he wrote to former classmates and more. Intro White Fragility by Robin Diangelo Conversation Why Mark decided to write an open letter to his “Iowa brothers and sisters” (10:35) Being the only Black student in an all-white school (16:20) The open letter Mark posted on Facebook (21:10) How often Mark gets pulled over by the police (38:48) Part 2 of the letter (and Mark’s first day at an all-white junior high) (48:12) The first time Mark heard someone use the word “racist” (1:00:10) Reactions to Mark’s Facebook post (1:15:45) Continue the conversation Email [email protected] Post a comment Engage on social media Instagram Facebook Twitter Mark’s upcoming podcast, “The Unheard American Voices” (1:38:05) Recos Boldly (1:41:15) Solve for Happy: Engineer Your Path to Joy by Mo Gawdat (1:43:20) #sunshinesongs (1:45:25) Featured Episodes 43: Tales From a Mixed-Orientation Marriage 39: Like a Boss 29: The Redhead Unicorn Connect with Mark Email: [email protected]