Episode 20: Defending Racist Behavior Is Racist

On this week’s episode of “Yep, That Happened,” I talk about the controversy surrounding the interview with Chris Harrison, host of the Bachelor, and Rachel Lindsay, former Bachelorette.

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Links mentioned:

Yep, That Happened Podcast - Episode 1: Cancel Culture Could Have Worked (If Only...):

https://www.shirleyldeleon.com/podcast/yepthathappened/episode1

https://variety.com/2021/tv/news/rachel-lindsay-bachelorette-contract-diversity-controversy-1234907212/

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/chris-harrison-steps-away-from-the-bachelor-after-controversial-interview?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social

Chris Harrison defending Rachael Kirkconnell’s racially insensitive behavior in interview with Rachel Lindsay (Tweet by @PopCrave): https://twitter.com/PopCrave/status/1360673047057956864?s=20

Chris Harrison’s Apology (Tweet by @PopCrave): https://twitter.com/PopCrave/status/1360681920724574210?s=20

Vulnerability & Power | Brené Brown & Russell Brand: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SM1ckkGwqZI

*Learn more about SARS:

“#EndSARS isn’t just about police brutality. It’s about the future of Nigeria.” article from Vox:

https://www.vox.com/21529010/endsars-nigeria-protests-police-explained

“Nigeria to disband Sars police unit accused of killings and brutality” article from The Guardian:

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2020/oct/11/nigeria-to-disband-sars-police-unit-accused-of-killings-and-brutality

“As Nigerians continue to protest nationwide against police brutality, here's how you can help” article from CNN:

https://www.cnn.com/2020/10/16/africa/help-nigeria-end-sars-protesters/index.html

MUSIC CREDIT:

Mango by Smith The Mister https://smiththemister.bandcamp.com

Smith The Mister https://bit.ly/Smith-The-Mister-YT