Kyle2U Episode #101: Racism
In the debut episode of Kyle2U, Kyle McMahon and his good friend Brandon Reed discuss racism in the world today. They answer questions from live viewers, share some of their own thoughts and dealings and listen to guests as they share their own experiences with racism, colorism and race relations.
Racism
Season 1, Episode 1
Release Date: January 8, 2015
Guest: Brandon Reed
Show ID: #101
YouTube Video: 24 minutes, 05 seconds
Podcast: 40 minutes, 31 seconds
Watch or Listen:
LISTEN to Kyle2U #101 Racism (Extended)
WATCH Kyle2U with Kyle McMahon Episode #101 – Racism
Fast Facts:
Diversity on Television– While minorities make up approximately 40% of the population in the United States, they make up only 6% of lead roles on television.
A University of Georgia study showed that employers prefer light-skinned Black men to dark-skinned men, regardless of the qualifications of the candidate. The study found that a light-skinned Black male with a Bachelor’s degree and typical work experience was preferred over a dark-skinned Black male with an MBA and past managerial positions (Starr, 2011).
Resources & Further Reading:
What is Colorism? 2015 Hollywood Diversity Report Civil Rights Act of 1964
9 Things You Can Do To Help End Racism Test Yourself For Hidden Bias On Racism & White Privilege
What Do You Think?
Be sure to join in on the discussion by commenting here or on the YouTube page for this episode. You are the most important part of the show, as without you, we don’t have a show. Be sure to check the upcoming shows page for details on what shows we’re working on next so you can watch the live stream with Periscope or send in your thoughts and questions ahead of time. You could even Tell Your Story and get featured on an upcoming show.
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