Episode
964 NFL Star Michael Bennett: Activism, Racism in Sports, & Making a Difference
39:50
Published: Mon Jun 08 2020
Description
"It’s time for us to put our titles down and acknowledge that we’re all human beings."Lewis is joined by Super Bowl Champion Michael Bennett to discuss the NFL's response to the protests against racial injustice, Michael's opinions on the relationship between athletes and activism, and whether he had any fear of backlash when he began publicly supporting Colin Kaepernick. They also discuss Michael's journey from undrafted free agent to Pro Bowl defensive end, what he's learned from being a father to three daughters, and his new podcast, "Mouthpeace."-For more: lewishowes.com/964-Check out: Lewis' impactful interview with Reverend Michael Beckwith-Text: 614-350-3960 to start a conversation with Lewis
Chapters
Michael Bennett, former NFL player and New York Times bestselling author of Things That Make White People Uncomfortable, is hosting a new podcast with his wife called Mouthpiece, aimed at encouraging difficult conversations on a wide range of topics.
00:00 - 03:02 (03:02)
Summary
Michael Bennett, former NFL player and New York Times bestselling author of Things That Make White People Uncomfortable, is hosting a new podcast with his wife called Mouthpiece, aimed at encouraging difficult conversations on a wide range of topics.
Episode964 NFL Star Michael Bennett: Activism, Racism in Sports, & Making a Difference
PodcastThe School of Greatness
People are beginning to have a conversation about race and racism, with many parents educating their children on how to understand their place within the world's issues.
03:02 - 09:54 (06:52)
Summary
People are beginning to have a conversation about race and racism, with many parents educating their children on how to understand their place within the world's issues. This marks a change from the past, where white and African American children received different messages from their parents about race.
Episode964 NFL Star Michael Bennett: Activism, Racism in Sports, & Making a Difference
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The fear of speaking out is a common barrier to social change, particularly on issues like race in America.
09:54 - 16:43 (06:48)
Summary
The fear of speaking out is a common barrier to social change, particularly on issues like race in America. It is important to remember the potential consequences of taking a stance, as even great leaders like Martin Luther King and Malcolm X ultimately lost their lives for their beliefs.
Episode964 NFL Star Michael Bennett: Activism, Racism in Sports, & Making a Difference
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker highlights the racial disparities that exist in the American judicial system, specifically with regard to the disproportionate number of African American and brown people in prison.
16:43 - 31:11 (14:28)
Summary
The speaker highlights the racial disparities that exist in the American judicial system, specifically with regard to the disproportionate number of African American and brown people in prison. They also discuss the hypocrisy of the fact that while marijuana is now a profitable business run by a predominantly white society, many black and brown people are still in jail for smoking it. The speaker suggests that COVID-19 and the George Floyd protests have brought these issues to the forefront.
Episode964 NFL Star Michael Bennett: Activism, Racism in Sports, & Making a Difference
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Having uncomfortable conversations is crucial in ensuring peace before a war and making progress in society.
31:11 - 39:32 (08:21)
Summary
Having uncomfortable conversations is crucial in ensuring peace before a war and making progress in society. It can be uncomfortable, but ultimately necessary for growth and understanding.