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Scene on Radio: Capitalism

S6 E4: The Forgetting

Jan 31, 2024
48:32
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Exploring the whitewashing of history after the 1898 massacre in North Carolina, the erasure of Black voices, and the struggle for truth. Unveiling distorted narratives, the literary realist Charles W. Chesnutt's defiance, and the evolution of the southern strategy from segregation to coded racism. Delving into the tragic events of Wilmington in the 1890s and the historical origins of white supremacy, highlighting its impact on society.
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Quick takeaways

  • Propaganda shapes public perception of racial unrest through manipulated narratives of protests and uprisings.
  • Historical distortions by white supremacists perpetuated systemic racism and perpetuated societal inequalities.

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Impacts of Propaganda on Perception of Racial Unrest

The podcast delves into the notion of propaganda and its profound influence on shaping perceptions of racial unrest. By citing historical events like the Rodney King verdict aftermath and George Floyd protests, it highlights how narratives control public perception. The discussion emphasizes how the language used, like 'riots' versus 'celebrations,' can drastically alter interpretations of protests and uprisings.

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