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Michele Norris' 'Our Hidden Conversations' examines race and identity in the U.S.

Jan 25, 2024
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Michele Norris
Michelle Norris, former NPR host and author, discusses her book 'Our Hidden Conversations' and the Race Card Project, a collection of six-word statements on race and identity. She explores the emotional stories and reflections on racial tensions, the suppression of identity, and feelings of invisibility among different racial and ethnic groups.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
Exploring Six-Word Statements on Race and Identity
01:30 • 2min
3
Capturing Racial Tensions and the Suppression of Identity
03:23 • 2min
4
Exploring Emotional Stories and Reflections on Race and Identity
05:08 • 4min