Addicted to Race - beyond diversity buzzwords http://www.addictedtorace.com Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:54:34 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.3.3 en © 2006 New Demographic, L.P. All rights reserved.race,racism,ethnicity,culture,identity,multiracial,interracial,biracial,diversity,multiculturalSociety & Culture/HistoryNews & Politicsteam@newdemographic.comNew Demographic, L.P.New Demographic, L.P.norace,racism,ethnicity,culture,identity,multiracial,interracial,biracial,diversity,multiculturala podcast about America's obsession with race, with a specific emphasis on mixed race identity and interracial relationships. a production of New Demographic.a podcast about America's obsession with race, with a specific emphasis on mixed race identity and interracial relationships. a production of New Demographic. ATR 125 - oppression olympics, capitalism, Morehouse http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/addicted/~3/qOUCFtPYEnA/ http://www.addictedtorace.com/?p=254#comments Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:54:34 +0000 team@newdemographic.com (New Demographic, L.P.) http://www.addictedtorace.com/?p=254 MLK’s daughter recently declared that her father didn’t take a bullet for same-sex unions. Why is it that marginalized people fight each other over scraps, instead of uniting to work toward justice for all? Capitalism as we know it is simply not sustainable. We discuss the work of economist Noreena Hertz, and explore the link between capitalism and social justice. Is the new dress code at the all-male Morehouse College a symptom of how out of touch the school is with the realities and lives of black men today? Carmen Van Kerckhove, Latoya Peterson, and Tami Winfrey Harris discuss.

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]]> http://www.addictedtorace.com/?feed=rss2&p=254 http://www.addictedtorace.com/?p=254 ATR 124 - Anti-Asian bias, Top Model colorface, large black women, hair hatred http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/addicted/~3/SP_Pn5ug1DI/ http://www.addictedtorace.com/?p=253#comments Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:36:48 +0000 team@newdemographic.com (New Demographic, L.P.) http://www.addictedtorace.com/?p=253 Since the implementation of affirmative action in the college admissions process, opponents of the policy have alleged that the changes reduce the chances of White and Asian high school students applying to elite colleges. Is that really true? Tyra Banks often tackles race on her talk show, so why did she get race oh-so-wrong in last week’s episode of America’s Next Top Model, in which contestants wore colorface to mimic different ethnic mixtures? Fat black women are often the butt of the joke in low-brow comedy films. But when a smart comedy like “Parks & Recreation” dabbles in it, what does that say about our biases against race and size? Newsweek writer Allison Samuels sparked furor around the ‘Net recently with an article taking Angelina Jolie to task for her daughter Zahara’s allegedly uncared for tresses. Does Samuels ultimately uphold Eurocentric beauty standards? Carmen Van Kerckhove and Tami Winfrey Harris discuss.

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]]> http://www.addictedtorace.com/?feed=rss2&p=253 http://www.addictedtorace.com/?p=253 ATR 123 - Latino in America, Halloween, Chinese adoptees, racist kid http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/addicted/~3/G5piMvyYWAs/ http://www.addictedtorace.com/?p=252#comments Mon, 26 Oct 2009 19:53:24 +0000 team@newdemographic.com (New Demographic, L.P.) http://www.addictedtorace.com/?p=252 Did CNN’s documentary series “Latino in America” break new ground? Or did it simply reaffirm existing stereotypes? Why do so many people use Halloween as an opportunity to dress up as someone of a different race or ethnicity? Are the so-called “homeland tours” — in which countries like China and Korea invite adoptees to visit their birthplaces — simply public relations exercises for those countries? We all have ways of responding when someone makes racist comments. But what do you do when that person is your partner’s child? Carmen Van Kerckhove, Tami Winfrey Harris, and Arturo Garcia discuss.

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]]> http://www.addictedtorace.com/?feed=rss2&p=252 noDid CNN’s documentary series “Latino in America” break new ground? Or did it simply reaffirm existing stereotypes? Why do so many people use Halloween as an opportunity to dress up as someone of a different race or ethnicity? Are the so-New Demographic, L.P.Did CNN’s documentary series “Latino in America” break new ground? Or did it simply reaffirm existing stereotypes? Why do so many people use Halloween as an opportunity to dress up as someone of a different race or ethnicity? Are the so-called “homeland tours” — in which countries like China and Korea invite adoptees to visit [...]race,racism,ethnicity,culture,identity,multiracial,interracial,biracial,diversity,multiculturalhttp://www.addictedtorace.com/?p=252http://www.blogtalkradio.com/AddictedtoRace/2009/10/25/Addicted-to-Race.mp3 ATR 122 - racism fatigue, Anita Tedaldi, communism, race in fashion http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/addicted/~3/q3cWVZbyIhk/ http://www.addictedtorace.com/?p=251#comments Mon, 19 Oct 2009 20:09:01 +0000 team@newdemographic.com (New Demographic, L.P.) http://www.addictedtorace.com/?p=251 How do we tie anti-racism into policy changes when whites are so weary of talking about race? Did white privilege have anything to do with the seeming lack of guilt on behalf of the white mother who terminated an adoption of her South American son? Are accusations of communism about redistribution of wealth, or redistribution of other kinds of privilege? The recent blackface spread in French Vogue has once again raised the question: why can’t the fashion industry do better when it comes to race? Tami Winfrey Harris, Lisa Wade, and Minh-ha Pham discuss.

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]]> http://www.addictedtorace.com/?feed=rss2&p=251 noHow do we tie anti-racism into policy changes when whites are so weary of talking about race? Did white privilege have anything to do with the seeming lack of guilt on behalf of the white mother who terminated an adoption of her South American son? Are acNew Demographic, L.P.How do we tie anti-racism into policy changes when whites are so weary of talking about race? Did white privilege have anything to do with the seeming lack of guilt on behalf of the white mother who terminated an adoption of her South American son? Are accusations of communism about redistribution of wealth, or redistribution [...]race,racism,ethnicity,culture,identity,multiracial,interracial,biracial,diversity,multiculturalhttp://www.addictedtorace.com/?p=251http://www.blogtalkradio.com/AddictedtoRace/2009/10/18/Addicted-to-Race.mp3 ATR 121 - casting actors, Australian blackface, Derrion Albert, privilege and oppression http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/addicted/~3/fb6Vp5c67zk/ http://www.addictedtorace.com/?p=250#comments Mon, 12 Oct 2009 16:18:06 +0000 team@newdemographic.com (New Demographic, L.P.) http://www.addictedtorace.com/?p=250 Why does Hollywood continue to whitewash movies by casting white actors to play characters that were originally people of color? A popular Australian TV show is being criticized for featuring a blackface skit, but can we apply American attitudes toward race to other countries? Would Derrion Albert’s death be any less of a tragedy if he wasn’t an honors student? Why are people often reluctant to admit the ways in which they experience privilege in addition to oppression? Carmen Van Kerckhove, Tami Winfrey Harris, Thea Lim, and Latoya Peterson discuss.

Addicted to Race is broadcast live every Sunday afternoon at 12 pm Eastern. You can listen live on our BlogTalkRadio page and call in by dialing 347-996-3958.

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]]> http://www.addictedtorace.com/?feed=rss2&p=250 noWhy does Hollywood continue to whitewash movies by casting white actors to play characters that were originally people of color? A popular Australian TV show is being criticized for featuring a blackface skit, but can we apply American attitudes toward raNew Demographic, L.P.Why does Hollywood continue to whitewash movies by casting white actors to play characters that were originally people of color? A popular Australian TV show is being criticized for featuring a blackface skit, but can we apply American attitudes toward race to other countries? Would Derrion Albert’s death be any less of a tragedy if [...]race,racism,ethnicity,culture,identity,multiracial,interracial,biracial,diversity,multiculturalhttp://www.addictedtorace.com/?p=250http://www.blogtalkradio.com/AddictedtoRace/2009/10/11/Addicted-to-Race.mp3 The clock is ticking! http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/addicted/~3/N9521SNa7Qc/ http://www.addictedtorace.com/?p=248#comments Fri, 09 Oct 2009 09:00:38 +0000 team@newdemographic.com (New Demographic, L.P.) http://www.addictedtorace.com/?p=248 by Carmen Van Kerckhove

Hey I just wanted to remind you that today is the last day you can apply to the newest session of my program The Racialicious Experience.

The deadline is 5 pm Eastern today. You can request your application here.

Here’s a little bit more information about the program, if you haven’t read about it yet.

It’s a unique, 6-week program that will allow you to:

  • Fuel your brain with thought-provoking and challenging live conversations about race.
  • Connect in real-time with people as passionate and dedicated as you…people who actually get it.
  • Access a safe space where no one will roll their eyes at the mere mention of race, and no one will ever tell you that you’re “just too sensitive.”

I facilitate the program personally, and it’s limited to just 15 people. Because of this, there is an application process and not everyone will be accepted. Learn more about the program and request your application here.

Important: I must receive your application by 5 pm Eastern TODAY, Friday, October 9th, in order for you to be considered for this program.

So if this sounds like something you’d like to participate in, please do get your application in early!

Thanks! And I hope you’ll join me this fall for The Racialicious Experience. :)

]]> http://www.addictedtorace.com/?feed=rss2&p=248 http://www.addictedtorace.com/?p=248 ATR 120 - transracial adoption, police brutality, healthy food, black Barbies http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/addicted/~3/zlP8PXOJ-w4/ http://www.addictedtorace.com/?p=249#comments Mon, 05 Oct 2009 14:54:04 +0000 team@newdemographic.com (New Demographic, L.P.) http://www.addictedtorace.com/?p=249 In a hypercapitalist culture, are children the ultimate commodity? What’s the connection between capitalism, human trafficking, and transracial adoption? How does police brutality impact communities of color? We often hear that poor people make unhealthy food choices, but how often do we consider the availability of healthy foods in poorer neighborhoods? Is Barbie’s new line of dolls really a more “authentic” representation of African-American beauty? Carmen Van Kerckhove, Tami Winfrey Harris, and atlasien discuss

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]]> http://www.addictedtorace.com/?feed=rss2&p=249 noIn a hypercapitalist culture, are children the ultimate commodity? What’s the connection between capitalism, human trafficking, and transracial adoption? How does police brutality impact communities of color? We often hear that poor people make unheNew Demographic, L.P.In a hypercapitalist culture, are children the ultimate commodity? What’s the connection between capitalism, human trafficking, and transracial adoption? How does police brutality impact communities of color? We often hear that poor people make unhealthy food choices, but how often do we consider the availability of healthy foods in poorer neighborhoods? Is Barbie’s new line [...]race,racism,ethnicity,culture,identity,multiracial,interracial,biracial,diversity,multiculturalhttp://www.addictedtorace.com/?p=249http://www.blogtalkradio.com/AddictedtoRace/2009/10/04/Addicted-to-Race.mp3 What if Racialicious wasn’t just a blog, but an actual experience? http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/addicted/~3/vAOqQFgx_eI/ http://www.addictedtorace.com/?p=247#comments Thu, 01 Oct 2009 17:00:36 +0000 team@newdemographic.com (New Demographic, L.P.) http://www.addictedtorace.com/?p=247 by Carmen Van Kerckhove

Wow! I just checked our stats and it turns out we had close to 300 people registered for my free teleseminar yesterday, “Just Be Yourself! How Race Gets in the Way of Expressing Our Authentic Selves.”

Those of you who joined me live - thank you! Those of you who missed it, don’t worry. If you registered, you will get an audio recording via email. (You can still register for the audio now if you’d like to hear it.)

As you know, this call was a preview to the newest session of my program The Racialicious Experience.

It’s a unique, 6-week program that will allow you to:

  • Fuel your brain with thought-provoking and challenging live conversations about race.
  • Connect in real-time with people as passionate and dedicated as you…people who actually get it.
  • Access a safe space where no one will roll their eyes at the mere mention of race, and no one will ever tell you that you’re “just too sensitive.”

I facilitate the program personally, and it’s limited to just 15 people. Because of this, there is an application process and not everyone will be accepted. Learn more about the program and request your application here.

Important: I must receive your application by 5 pm Eastern on Friday, October 9th, in order for you to be considered for this program.

So if this sounds like something you’d like to participate in, please do get your application in early!

Thanks! And I hope you’ll join me this fall for The Racialicious Experience. :)

]]> http://www.addictedtorace.com/?feed=rss2&p=247 http://www.addictedtorace.com/?p=247 Are you joining me tomorrow? http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/addicted/~3/s0NOBWy__eQ/ http://www.addictedtorace.com/?p=244#comments Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:00:39 +0000 team@newdemographic.com (New Demographic, L.P.) http://www.addictedtorace.com/?p=244 by Carmen Van Kerckhove

About a year ago, I attended a marketing seminar. The woman who ran the seminar couldn’t have been more different from me. She was a real “girly-girl,” all pink, sparkles, big blonde hair.

I was apprehensive at first, but by the end of the event she had completely won me over. Why? Because I could tell she was totally comfortable in her skin. This was really who she was, and she was unabashed about it.

The ability to just be yourself is a lot harder to come by than we might think. And one of the biggest obstacles can be race. Specifically, racial stereotypes.

I’m not particularly meek, yet at almost every job I’ve held, people have thought of me as a shy and quiet Asian girl. Because of that, I’ve always had to project an exaggerated version of my personality, just to be perceived as normal.

What kinds of racial stereotypes do you find yourself battling on a daily basis? What elements of your authentic self are you suppressing? How is race getting in the way of your self-expression without you even knowing it?

I’m going to share that and much more on a FREE CALL happening TOMORROW, Wednesday, September 30, 2009 at 1:00 pm Eastern time.

‘Just Be Yourself!’
How Race Gets in the Way of Expressing Our Authentic Identities

Sign up to reserve your line for this FREE call today!

On this lively, information-packed 60-minute call, you’ll learn:

  • How the quest for racial or cultural authenticity can thwart your true identity.
  • What “covering” is, and what it has to do with your civil rights.
  • Why it actually benefits you to know what racial stereotypes exist about your ethnic or racial group.

This call is a content-rich preview to the newest session of my program, The Racialicious Experience. If you’re a fan of our blog, you won’t want to miss it!

Limited lines are available for this call, so you’ll want to make sure you reserve your spot right away.

Just click the link above, enter your information in the boxes on the page, and you’ll receive the complete call details via email.

We will record the call, but only people who have registered will receive instructions on how to download the audio recording. So even if you’re not sure if you can make the call live, register now!

]]> http://www.addictedtorace.com/?feed=rss2&p=244 http://www.addictedtorace.com/?p=244 I’m coming to Boston this week! http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/addicted/~3/TXGJcwerRMY/ http://www.addictedtorace.com/?p=246#comments Mon, 28 Sep 2009 18:31:22 +0000 team@newdemographic.com (New Demographic, L.P.) http://www.addictedtorace.com/?p=246 by Carmen Van Kerckhove

Carmen Van KerckhoveIt’s amazing how quickly this summer flew by. Fall is definitely in full swing, as I’m headed out on the road again for speaking engagements. I’ll be in Boston this week for two events that are open to the public. Be sure to say hi to me if you come!

Friday, October 2
Workshop: “Love and Sex: What’s Race Got to Do With It?”
Stonehill College in Easton, MA
Contact the Intercultural Affairs office for time and location

Saturday, October 3
Keynote at 2009 Asian America Women in Leadership Conference
Boston University in Boston, MA
Register at this web site

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