Episode 90: Lizzo, Ableism & The Power of Language
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Recently, performer Lizzo came under fire for using an ableist slur in one of her newest songs. She quickly issued an apology and changed it. The power that has! Tune as Rachel Gersten and Jor-El Caraballo weigh in on the power of language and its role in dehumanization. Please give the episode a thumbs up by writing a review and sharing with a friend who would appreciate the conversation. Thank you for listening! Related reading: The Ten Stages of Genocide (Holocaust Memorial Day Trust)
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