Two Different Americas

An exchange of experiences and a collection of discussions to better understand each other's point of view.

A color blind society?

2 perspectives, 1 table, and a conversation centered around: What it means to be color blind.If a color-blind society can ever exist?Follow @twodifferentamericas to stay up to date with the show and the hosts

09-13
33:47

White People Are Not Magical

2 perspectives, 1 table, and a conversation centered around: Do conversations about racism reinforce white supremacy? How should we talk about race? The importance of letting go of everything we've learned about raceFollow @twodifferentamericas to stay up to date with the show and the hosts

08-09
42:31

Wingate Name Change?

2 perspectives, 1 table, and a conversation centered around: Good decision by Wingate University to not change its name? Is black trending?Should we get rid of history tied to slavery?Follow @twodifferentamericas to stay up to date with the show and the hosts

07-19
35:56

Interracial Dating Feat The Not So Black and White Podcast

4 perspectives, 1 table, and a conversation centered around: What makes interracial relationships so complex? How do family and society influence how we perceive interracial dating? What struggles do interracial couples deal with? Follow @twodifferentamericas to stay up to date with the show and the hostsSubscribe to Not So Black and White podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/show/7oorCX2QlCVztru6AollTs

07-12
47:01

Growing Up Biracial Feat Monica and Kendelyon

4 perspectives, 1 table, and a conversation centered around: The experience of growing up in a mixed familyThe struggle for acceptance that biracial children face If a true color-blind society can existFollow @twodifferentamericas to stay up to date with the show and the hosts

07-05
52:19

Interracial Relationships

2 perspectives, 1 table, and a conversation centered around: Are interracial relationships important for soothing race relations? Why should interracial relationships be scrutinized? What is important to think of before deciding to enter into an interracial relationship? Follow @twodifferentamericas to stay up to date with the show and the hosts

06-28
51:28

Critical Race Theory

2 perspectives, 1 table, and a conversation centered around: Why is critical race theory being withheld from school curriculums? Is making Juneteenth a national holiday a sign of progress? Would teaching critical race theory help or hurt race relations? Follow @twodifferentamericas to stay up to date with the show and the hosts

06-21
47:05

Exhausted By Racism

2 perspectives, 1 table, and a conversation centered around: Why are race-based conversation exhausting? What are the long-term effects of constantly being shown racial trauma?What's the best way for a white person to display they are not racist? Follow @twodifferentamericas to stay up to date with the show and the hosts

05-24
41:35

Labeling

2 perspectives, 1 table, and a conversation centered around: What is labeling and why is it bad?How does labeling hinder our progress?What can we do to remove the stigma of our labels?Follow @twodifferentamericas to stay up to date with the show and the hosts

05-10
52:37

White Fragility

2 perspectives, 1 table, and a conversation centered around: What exactly is white fragility What role does privilege play in it?How is it connected to the ego? Follow @twodifferentamericas to stay up to date with the show and the hosts

05-03
45:38

Another Black Man Killed By The Police Feat: James Alsop

3 perspectives, 1 table, and a conversation centered around: The Murder of Daunte Wright The exhaustion of racial injustice If the American people can change the society Follow @twodifferentamericas to stay up to date with the show and the hosts

04-19
55:00

The Weapon of Education

2 perspectives, 1 table, and a conversation centered around: The difference between indoctrination and education The flaws of our current education system Ways to fix the education system Follow @twodifferentamericas to stay up to date with the show and the hosts.

04-12
44:33

Cultural Appropriation vs Appreciation

2 perspectives, 1 table, and a conversation centered around: The difference between cultural appropriation and appreciationFollow @twodifferentamericas to stay up to date with the show and the hosts.

04-05
28:45

A Strong Black Family Feat: Torrell Priest

3 perspectives, 1 table, and a conversation centered around: Black consumerism The importance of a strong black familyFollow @twodifferentamericas to stay up to date with the show and the hosts.

03-29
47:04

The 14th Amendment

2 perspectives, 1 table, and a conversation centered around: What is the 14th ammendmentWhat defines citizenship and what should that meanIs true equality and separation the answer? Follow @twodifferentamericas to stay up to date with the show and the hosts.

03-21
42:02

Part 2: Why is it so hard to talk about race?

2 perspectives, 1 table, and a conversation centered around: Why is it really hard to talk about race? Is economic inclusion the answer? What barriers prevent us from progress?Follow @twodifferentamericas to stay up to date with the show and the hosts.

03-08
38:25

Why is it so hard to talk about race?

2 perspectives, 1 table, and a conversation centered around: Why is it so hard for black and white people to talk openly about race?What fears exist when talking openly about race and why?How do we break the stigma?Follow @twodifferentamericas to stay up to date with the show and the hosts.

03-01
35:15

Teaser!

I know you are probably wondering...how did this show come about? Here's a small introduction to our personalities,  how we created this show, and what we hope to accomplish with it. Be sure to subscribe and follow @twodifferentamericas on Instagram to stay up to date with the show! 

02-07
13:58

Should Symbols of White Supremacy have power?

3 perspectives, over zoom, and a conversation centered around: Should symbols of white supremacy have power? Is racism a matter of safety or insecurity? Is kindness the answer?Follow @twodifferentamericas to stay up to date with the show and the hosts

07-26
46:12

What is an Ally?

2 perspectives, 1 table, and a conversation centered around: What does it mean to be an Ally to oppressed people? Why does privilege exist and how do we combat it? Why are truth and justice important? Follow @twodifferentamericas to stay up to date with the show and the hosts.

02-15
39:56

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