The Concept of the White Gaze

The podcast delves into the concept of the White Gaze, popularized by author Tony Morrison. The White Gaze refers to the perceptions and frames about Black people held by white society, highlighting the tensions Black individuals face in everyday interactions due to these preconceptions. It stems from the idea that Black individuals need to navigate and understand the expectations imposed upon them by the dominant white perspective. Tony Morrison's use of the White Gaze in her writing aimed to resist the dominance of this perspective, reflecting the unequal power dynamics and the need for Black individuals to constantly adapt their behavior.