Black-ish Season 5 Episode 17 Each One, Teach One

In Black-ish season 5 episode 17, titled "Each One, Teach One," the Johnson family faces some tough conversations about race and privilege. Dre is excited to teach a lesson about Juneteenth at Jack and Diane's school, but he quickly realizes that many of the white children in the class have never heard of the holiday before. This leads to a discussion about the ways in which white privilege can be a barrier to understanding the experiences of people of color.

Meanwhile, Bow is dealing with her own issues at work. She's just been promoted to lead the pediatric division at the hospital where she works, but she quickly realizes that she's the only person of color in a position of leadership. Bow feels pressure to represent her community well, but she also worries that she's being tokenized by the hospital administration.

As usual, Black-ish handles these complex issues with humor and heart. The Johnsons navigate these conversations with each other and with their peers, and ultimately come to a greater appreciation of each other's experiences. The episode is a powerful reminder of the importance of educating ourselves and each other about issues of race and privilege, and a call to action for those who benefit from systems of oppression to use their privilege to uplift marginalized voices.