Unveiling the Power of Racist Jokes with Dr. Raúl Pérez Ph. D.

Dr. Raul Perez, Associate Professor of Sociology, delves deep into the world of racist humor and its role in perpetuating white supremacy. This conversation sheds light on how seemingly innocuous jokes can reinforce racial hierarchies and social inequalities. Join us as we explore the hidden impacts of humor on societal dynamics and individual perceptions.

#AntiRacism #RacialInequality #Sociology #HumorAnalysis #socialjustice

🔗 Links:
Anti-Racism Leadership Institute Website:
Dr. Tracey A. Benson LinkedIn Profile:
"Unconscious Bias in Schools" Book, Co-Written by Dr. Tracey A. Benson:
Dr. Raúl Pérez Ph. D. Profile Page:
Read his book, The Souls of White Jokes: How Racist Humor Fuels White Supremacy 

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00:00 Welcome and Introduction to the Podcast
00:04 Exploring the Impact of Racist Humor with Dr. Raul Perez
01:04 The Personal Journey to Studying Racist Humor
07:23 The Theory of Amused Racial Contempt Explained
09:34 The Evolution and Impact of Racist Jokes in Society
19:59 Addressing Racist Jokes in Educational Settings
26:24 The Political Landscape and Racist Humor
33:17 The Future of Racist Jokes and Comedy
40:18 Guidance for Educators on Addressing Racist Jokes
44:51 How to Follow Dr. Raul Perez's Work