Canceling “Cancel Culture”: Loretta J. Ross on Empathy & Activism

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Dec 5, 2023

Legendary activist and scholar Loretta J. Ross challenges cancel culture by promoting empathy and accountability. She advocates for 'calling in' instead of 'calling out,' aiming to bridge divides and foster growth through compassionate dialogue. The podcast delves into topics like the ineffectiveness of call-out culture, online activism, and the importance of face-to-face interactions. Ross's insights offer a blueprint for navigating complex social issues with compassion and understanding.

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INSIGHT

Call In As A Strategic Alternative

Calling in is a strategic alternative to public shaming that preserves accountability while enabling change.
Loretta J. Ross argues public call-outs often backfire because people hide, deny, or double down instead of learning.

ADVICE

Teach Empathy Techniques To Youth

Teach young people how to use their existing empathy rather than shame them into silence.
Ross recommends showing techniques of 'radical love' to prevent burnout and cynical call-out behavior.

ANECDOTE

Teaching Incarcerated Perpetrators

Loretta taught incarcerated men who had committed rape and murder and discovered their stories of trauma.
One former prisoner, William Fuller, later reentered society, worked construction, married and reconciled with Ross.

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