The Power of Narrative

Jason Reynolds and Krista discuss the profound impact of narrative on the history of racism, highlighting how storytelling shaped and perpetuated the belief in the enslavement of Africans. They explore the role of the world's first racist, Gomez de Zorara, in crafting a narrative that justified the abuse and subjugation of African people. This conversation sheds light on the power of words and ideas in distorting our perceptions and shaping our collective consciousness.

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On Being with Krista Tippett
[Unedited] Jason Reynolds with Krista Tippett
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- What is the nature of racism as discussed in the episode Isabel Wilkerson — "We all know in our bones that things are harder than they have to be." and the clip Understanding Caste Systems?

The Power of Narrative

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From this podcast

On Being with Krista Tippett

[Unedited] Jason Reynolds with Krista Tippett

Related Questions

What is the nature of racism as discussed in the episode Isabel Wilkerson — "We all know in our bones that things are harder than they have to be." and the clip Understanding Caste Systems?