Chapter
Colonialism, Prejudice, and the Consequences of Classification
28:06 - 31:55 (03:49)
This podcast discusses how colonialism and personal prejudices have influenced the classification system, citing an example that illustrates how a particular religious belief system was deemed less important based on its origin.
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This podcast episode discusses the racial bias in the Dewey Decimal System, particularly in the allocation of categories related to non-Christian religions.
28:06 - 28:52 (00:45)
Summary
This podcast episode discusses the racial bias in the Dewey Decimal System, particularly in the allocation of categories related to non-Christian religions.
ChapterColonialism, Prejudice, and the Consequences of Classification
EpisodeThe Man Who Pioneered Libraries and Sexual Harassment
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The Dewey Decimal System fails to properly categorize Haitian Vodou under religion due to systemic racism and bias towards white, European religions.
28:52 - 30:53 (02:01)
Summary
The Dewey Decimal System fails to properly categorize Haitian Vodou under religion due to systemic racism and bias towards white, European religions. This causes it to be miscategorized and hidden away in library archives.
ChapterColonialism, Prejudice, and the Consequences of Classification
EpisodeThe Man Who Pioneered Libraries and Sexual Harassment
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The Dewey Decimal System used in libraries has a flawed framework for classifying people of color, with most ethnic and national groups placed under a single subheading.
30:53 - 31:55 (01:01)
Summary
The Dewey Decimal System used in libraries has a flawed framework for classifying people of color, with most ethnic and national groups placed under a single subheading. This is a result of colonialism and deep-held prejudices that have influenced the system over time.