170: On Being White

White people, you keep asking us what you can DO differently to be more anti-racist. So this summer, we’re answering that question in bite-sized ways. This isn’t a checklist; this is simply a primer. If you want more, go buy our book, Dear White Women: Let’s Get (Un)comfortable Talking About Racism.

Today, we’re hitting up some of the most common points of pushback or questions we get when we talk with White people. Because let’s be honest - talking about race and racism is uncomfortable… for everyone. Listen in and share this episode with a friend you think might be able to talk with you about all of this!

What to listen for:

Today, we’re hitting up some of the most common points of pushback or questions we get when we talk with White people. Because let’s be honest - talking about race and racism is uncomfortable… for everyone. Listen in and share this episode with a friend you think might be able to talk with you about all of this!
Why you should never say you’re colorblind
Common points of push-back, including fear of cancel culture and perfectionism
What do we say or do with our (White) kids?
The huge amount of power women have in America to make a difference

Other episodes to listen to:

Episode 71 with Colin Seale on critical thinking for kids

Episode 100 with Ervin Staub, who survived the Nazi invasion

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