Johnny Saldaña

Johnny Saldaña, Professor emeritus of Arizona State University and a trailblazer in qualitative inquiry, discusses his controversial stance on blue-collar qualitative research. He challenges the elitism pervasive in academia and advocates for the inclusion of diverse voices. Saldaña shares insights on the dangers of academic jargon, pushing for clearer communication to foster accessibility. He emphasizes the importance of lived experiences and multidisciplinary approaches in qualitative research, ultimately calling for solutions that resonate with the communities studied.