This chapter examines the intricate relationship between human pain, vulnerability, and the behaviors that arise from them, particularly the drive to dominate as a defense against fear. It also highlights a transformative journey anchored by a life-threatening experience, emphasizing the vital role of storytelling in expressing the complexities of beauty and suffering.
In this episode, Dr. Sarah Lewis joins me again to talk about her new book, The Unseen Truth: When Race Changed Sight in America. With examples from her historical research, she walks me through the power of visual culture in generating equity and justice. We talk about how what we see and what’s left unseen shapes everything we believe about ourselves and other people — and how we can start changing the narrative about who counts and who belongs in America.
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