Princess and the Pea

In this episode, Dr. Shaunna and Dr. Lisa dive into two timely conversations starting with a critique of celebrity opulence against the backdrop of widespread hardship. Then they tackle the evolution and utility of the term “African American” in our current social landscape. Expect sharp observations, spirited debate, and actionable insights.

Word of the Week [0:36]: Feather-bedded: Deriving from Persian terminology, the Drs discuss the privileged and comfortable.

Phase 1 [3:40]: Oblivious Opulence: Ugh, are we sick of Gayle King yet? Some have been turned off for years, however, there is something to be said of the most recent slew of posts -- they only seem to demonstrate abundance in a context of shrinking resources for many.

Phase 2 [24:02]: African American Identifiers: On a take from an NYT op-ed and a subsequent piece in The Atlantic, the Drs. discuss the utility of the phrasing "African American". They question whether Black will suffice, and if neither is appropriate, what are the alternatives?

Mentioned in the show

It’s Time to Let Go of ‘African American’ – NYT Opinion

Zohran Mamdani Reveals the Absurdity of Affirmative Action – The Atlantic