Why are racial slurs so dangerous at work?
Find out why our answer may not be what you expect
Here are some key topics covered from this episode:

Why Racial Slurs are a classic form of discrimination
How to distinguish Racial Slurs from “Banter”
The damage caused by Racial Slurs and much more

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Here are some key takeaways from this episode: 
Racial Slurs are prevalent in organisations
“Perhaps no single act can more quickly ‘alter the conditions of employment and create an abusive working environment’ than the use of an [unambiguous] racial epithet”
Racial Slurs are a form of workplace aggression
“Research shows that Targets of racial slurs experience lower life satisfaction, a higher incidence of post traumatic stress disorder, and worse health conditions”
Racial Slurs have three characteristics
“The authors say racial slurs are serious, overt, and discriminatory. Let’s go through these 1 by 1”
Here are some resources so you can go deeper: 
Why Do Racial Slurs Remain Prevalent in the Workplace? Integrating Theory on Intergroup Behavior
Epithet Definition & Meaning – Merriam-Webster
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Why Welcoming Your Identity But Not Your Ability Can Be a Covert Form of Discrimination [Research Breakdown]
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