4: Racism in Wellness Culture (w/Dr Natalia Petrzela & Dax-Devlon Ross)

Jun 18, 2020

Dr. Natalia Petrzela, a historian of American fitness, and Dax-Devlon Ross, a civil rights educator, dive into the troubling ties between racism and wellness culture. They discuss the fallout from controversial wellness influencers and the historical roots of fitness ideologies that promote systemic inequalities. The conversation highlights the dangers of individualistic narratives in spiritual discourse, emphasizing the need for collective healing and empathy. Their insights shed light on the pervasive issues of racial dynamics within the wellness industry today.