Ep 3. How to Be an Antiracist
- August 7, 2020
In season 1 episode 3 of The Oprah Conversation, Oprah Winfrey sits down with professor and author Ibram X. Kendi to discuss his book "How to Be an Antiracist." The episode dives deep into Kendi's ideas about what it means to be antiracist and how individuals can work to dismantle systemic racism.
Throughout the episode, Kendi explains that being "not racist" is not enough. He emphasizes that actively working to be antiracist involves acknowledging and dismantling one's own biases and actively pushing for policy changes that promote equity and justice.
Oprah and Kendi also address the idea that some people may feel uncomfortable with the term "antiracist," and Kendi stresses the importance of reframing the conversation to focus on how everyone can work to create a more just society.
The conversation delves into a variety of other topics related to race and racism, including the impact of language, the systemic nature of racism, and the importance of acknowledging and learning from history.
As always, Oprah guides the conversation with grace and insightful questions, creating a space for important dialogue and exploration of complex issues. Overall, this episode of The Oprah Conversation offers a powerful and informative look at how individuals can work towards a more just and equitable society.
