

Who's Afraid of Ayesha Rascoe?
Sep 29, 2023
Ayesha Rascoe, the voice of Ayesha Rascoe on NPR, faces criticism for her loud and high-pitched voice. The podcast explores the racial implications of this criticism and discusses the representation of black voices in media. It also examines the double standard in judging voices based on gender and race and explores the evolution of voices in media. The speaker challenges common perceptions about Ayesha Rascoe's voice, emphasizing its beauty.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Perception of Ayesha Rascoe's Voice
01:48 • 14min
Exploring Dialect Discrimination and Representation of Black Voices in Podcasting
16:08 • 3min
The Double Standard of Judging Voices
18:41 • 8min
Evolution of Voices in Media
26:50 • 3min
Adapting to New Ways of Hearing Voices in Modern America
30:09 • 2min