Overcoming Oppression through the Film 'Origin'

The podcast episode discusses the film 'Origin,' which is an adaptation of the book 'Caste' written by Isabel Wilkerson. The film explores the concept of caste systems and how they intersect with race and oppression. It delves into the experiences of African Americans, Jews in the Holocaust, and the caste system in India. 'Origin' tells the story of the book's author, Isabel Wilkerson, and her journey of coping with personal loss while highlighting the history and impact of caste systems throughout different time periods. The film provides history lessons, showcases the work of historians, and sparks conversations about systems of oppression and their global impacts.