The Dream Yo, This Is Andrew Ti
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Dec 19, 2025 
Jane Marie chats with Andrew Ti, a writer and podcaster renowned for tackling race and racism in his work. They dive into the origins of the bluntly honest podcast that started as a Tumblr blog. Andrew shares insights on common caller concerns about race and how he handles complex situations, like Thanksgiving dinners with politically charged neighbors. The conversation shifts towards mutual aid, highlighting the impact of small community actions and the importance of practical volunteerism to foster solidarity and resilience.
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Simple Questions Reveal Widespread Ignorance
- Andrew Ti turned an offhand Tumblr project into a long-running racism Q&A by highlighting obvious ignorance.
- The format exposed how many questions about race are simple and common, not complex conundrums.
Podcast Shifted To Personal Call-Outs
- Converting the blog into a podcast shifted submissions toward interpersonal and combative stories.
- Callers often use episodes as leverage to confront family or friends about racist behavior.
Reassess Niceness When Views Harm Others
- If someone reveals harmful views at gatherings, reassess your niceness and boundaries in that space.
- Don't stay silent out of politeness; consider calling out behavior or changing future invitations.