S6E5: Unlearning Stereotypes with Dr. Omékongo Dibinga
From Well, That Went Sideways! by sidewayspod
October 9, 2025 · 30 min · Season 6 · Episode 5
About this episode
Dr. Omékongo Dibinga discusses how to respond to and undo racist stereotypes.
In this episode, we talk with Dr. Omékongo Dibinga about how individuals can respond to and undo racist stereotypes. He teaches intercultural communication at American University. He's the author of Lies about Black People: How to Combat Racist Stereotypes and Why It Matters. We spoke with Dr. Omékongo Dibinga at the 2025 White Privilege Conference.
People in this episode
Guest: Dr. Omékongo Dibinga
Topics covered
- racism
- stereotypes
- intercultural communication
- education
- self improvement
Keywords
- racist stereotypes
- intercultural communication
- education
- self improvement
- Dr. Omékongo Dibinga
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: American University
Books & works: Lies about Black People: How to Combat Racist Stereotypes and Why It Matters
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