About this episode

Shannon and KK explore the history of blackface in America, discussing its roots and contemporary implications.

From minstrel shows to modern politics — Shannon and KK break down the deep history of blackface in America, why it was never just entertainment, and why whiteface is not the mirror image people claim it is. This past week, a blackface photo of a sitting Georgia state representative surfaced, and it sparked a response that hit every note of the classic "I'm not racist" playbook. The receipts are read and the hosts give their thoughts on his response…

People in this episode

Hosts: Shannon, KK

Topics covered

• blackface
• history
• minstrel shows
• racism
• entertainment
• politics
• cultural perception

Keywords

• blackface
• minstrel shows
• racism
• entertainment history
• cultural stereotypes
• political implications
• Jim Crow laws

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Georgia

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