Guest Eric Deggans discusses bullying at work, in Hollywood, and within our society. The episode explores the origins of the term 'race bader' and the challenges faced by working class actors in Hollywood. It also highlights the importance of building structures against bias and pushing back against misinformation for progress.

Justin Simien, the creator of 'Dear White People', dives into the rich history of African American cinema with his new docuseries, 'Hollywood Black'. He highlights key figures like Oscar Micheaux and discusses the impact of Black narratives in film. NPR's Eric Deggans joins to unpack the challenges Black filmmakers face, including appropriation in Hollywood. Together, they explore the triumphs and struggles in representing Black culture authentically. Also, the chaos in Hollywood with Joaquin Phoenix's abrupt film exit and layoffs at Paramount adds to the tension of an evolving industry.

Both men are strikingly unpopular — two-thirds of Americans don't want Trump to run for president again and just 41 percent approve of Biden's job performance, according to a recent poll from NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist. But the Democratic performance in the 2022 midterm elections and other recent polling suggests voters who don't like Biden might cast a ballot for him anyway.This episode: political correspondent Susan Davis, White House correspondent Scott Detrow, senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro, television critic Eric Deggans, and disinformation correspondent Shannon Bond.The podcast is produced by Elena Moore and Casey Morell. This episode was edited by Lexie Schapitl and Eric McDaniel. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi. Unlock access to this and other bonus content by supporting The NPR Politics Podcast+. Sign up via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Connect:Email the show at nprpolitics@npr.orgJoin the NPR Politics Podcast Facebook Group.Subscribe to the NPR Politics Newsletter.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy