Freakonomics Radio 272. Trevor Noah Has a Lot to Say
Jan 12, 2017
Trevor Noah, the Daily Show host with a unique view of America, talks about topics like race, politics, religion, the 'black tax', the role of anger in politics, and the censorship of hip hop on radio stations.
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Born A Crime In Apartheid
- Trevor Noah recounts being born under apartheid as a mixed-race child technically illegal by law.
- His mother pretended to be his babysitter and his white father avoided public acknowledgment to protect them both.
Chameleon Skills Shaped Early Life
- Noah describes becoming a linguistic chameleon to fit into different communities and protect himself.
- He argues authenticity can include multiple roles and adaptions without being fake.
Black Tax Explains Compounded Disadvantage
- Noah explains the 'black tax' as extra work required just to reach parity with others.
- He stresses historical disadvantages compound across generations, affecting education and opportunity.