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Today, host Danusia Malina-Derben is joined by author Uju Asika. She shares her powerful story of navigating childhood racism, the lessons it taught her, and why hope is at the heart of her work. We talk about when kids start noticing race, why "colorblind" parenting doesn't work, and how we can have honest, age-appropriate conversations about race. Uju also challenges us to lovingly examine our own lives and the unconscious messages we're passing on. This is a conversation about healing, growth, and the power of the next generation to make change.
Don't miss Uju's book Bringing Up Race: How to Raise a Kind Child in a Prejudiced World. —it's a game-changer.
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• Edited, Mixed + Mastered by Marie Kruz
• Cover art by Anthony Oram
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