Episode
#390 - John McWhorter - How Does Anti-Racism Hurt Black People?
56:36
Published: Thu Oct 28 2021
Description
John McWhorter is a linguist, associate professor of linguistics at Columbia University and an author. The last 5 years has seen race become a primary flash point for culture, news, protests, social justice, hiring, firing, media and politics. But why have race relations come back to the forefront and who is driving this new religion of Woke Racism forward? Expect to learn what John McWhorter thinks of White Fragility and How To Be An Anti-Racist, whether cultural appropriation is an actual thing, how anti-racism actually hurts black people, why black people are attracted to a movement that treats them like simpletons, the problem with the concept of "whiteness" and much more... Sponsors: Join the Modern Wisdom Community to connect with me & other listeners - https://modernwisdom.locals.com/ Get 15% discount on the amazing 6 Minute Diary at https://bit.ly/diarywisdom (use code MW15) Get 10% discount on your first month from BetterHelp at https://betterhelp.com/modernwisdom (discount automatically applied) Extra Stuff: Buy Woke Racism - https://amzn.to/3ATTdxm Follow John on Twitter - https://twitter.com/johnhmcwhorter Get my free Reading List of 100 books to read before you die → https://chriswillx.com/books/ To support me on Patreon (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/modernwisdom - Get in touch. Join the discussion with me and other like minded listeners in the episode comments on the MW YouTube Channel or message me... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ModernWisdomPodcast Email: https://chriswillx.com/contact/
Chapters
In this podcast episode, host Chris Williamson talks to John McWhorter about various topics including white fragility, cultural appropriation, anti-racism, and the concept of whiteness.
00:00 - 05:38 (05:38)
Summary
In this podcast episode, host Chris Williamson talks to John McWhorter about various topics including white fragility, cultural appropriation, anti-racism, and the concept of whiteness. They also discuss the importance of gratitude in building happiness.
Episode#390 - John McWhorter - How Does Anti-Racism Hurt Black People?
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The rise of Twitter and its influence on society has led to the emergence of woke culture, becoming the heartbeat of a religion that has become so important that it has turned into a way of virtue signaling.
05:37 - 12:11 (06:33)
Summary
The rise of Twitter and its influence on society has led to the emergence of woke culture, becoming the heartbeat of a religion that has become so important that it has turned into a way of virtue signaling. However, there's been a certain segment of woke people who have been so noxious in the public square, especially over the past couple of years, that usually now "woke" is used in quotation marks to mean that annoying kind of woke person.
Episode#390 - John McWhorter - How Does Anti-Racism Hurt Black People?
PodcastModern Wisdom
A conversation about how certain individuals' influence affects the way people think, including what children are taught in schools.
12:11 - 19:42 (07:30)
Summary
A conversation about how certain individuals' influence affects the way people think, including what children are taught in schools. Additionally, a critique of the book "White Fragility" is given, with a call for individuals with such beliefs to retreat to their churches and cease to hinder others.
Episode#390 - John McWhorter - How Does Anti-Racism Hurt Black People?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The current debate system in schools is racist since it leads to more black children being beaten up and suspended, which consequently harms them academically.
19:42 - 25:49 (06:07)
Summary
The current debate system in schools is racist since it leads to more black children being beaten up and suspended, which consequently harms them academically. To address the issue, resources should be allocated towards organizations aimed at reducing violence in black communities instead of defunding and reforming the police.
Episode#390 - John McWhorter - How Does Anti-Racism Hurt Black People?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The black community is often portrayed by educated individuals as having a victimhood complex, whereas ordinary black people are not as subject to this social conservatism.
25:49 - 35:08 (09:19)
Summary
The black community is often portrayed by educated individuals as having a victimhood complex, whereas ordinary black people are not as subject to this social conservatism. Anti-racism is seen as treating black people like simpletons and cretins.
Episode#390 - John McWhorter - How Does Anti-Racism Hurt Black People?
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The idea that precision is inherently "white" and therefore black people should not have to engage in precise thinking, is a faulty argument.
35:08 - 45:02 (09:53)
Summary
The idea that precision is inherently "white" and therefore black people should not have to engage in precise thinking, is a faulty argument. It also reinforces the notion that black people should remain in cultural boxes and not aspire to fully participate in society as a whole.
Episode#390 - John McWhorter - How Does Anti-Racism Hurt Black People?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The conversation highlights the impact of cancel culture on society and how it has led to a pushback against this way of thinking, as many people realize it's wrong.
45:02 - 49:20 (04:17)
Summary
The conversation highlights the impact of cancel culture on society and how it has led to a pushback against this way of thinking, as many people realize it's wrong. The emphasis is on creating a backbone in people to withstand criticisms and not be afraid to express their view in the public sphere.
Episode#390 - John McWhorter - How Does Anti-Racism Hurt Black People?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The cancel mob's compulsion to attack people on Twitter and the failure of Black Lives Matter as an organization have made people distance themselves from the movement.
49:20 - 55:52 (06:32)
Summary
The cancel mob's compulsion to attack people on Twitter and the failure of Black Lives Matter as an organization have made people distance themselves from the movement.
Episode#390 - John McWhorter - How Does Anti-Racism Hurt Black People?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The speaker encourages listeners to give feedback through Instagram and promotes discounts for a six-minute diary and counselling services.
55:52 - 56:35 (00:42)
Summary
The speaker encourages listeners to give feedback through Instagram and promotes discounts for a six-minute diary and counselling services.