Here at The Root we’ve always loved, praised, and centered Black literature in the broader conversation. Each week host Maiysha Kai sits down with an author we love to talk about their work, what inspires them, and what they hope to contribute to the culture at large. Guests so far include Nikole Hannah Jones, Brittney Cooper, Stacey Abrams, Ibram X. Kendi, Ijeoma Oluo, Morgan Jerkins, and Claudia Rankine.
This week we're speaking with award-winning poet, author and playwright Claudia Rankine. Claudia's latest book, Just Us: An American Conversation is a stunning collection of poems, essays and images that address the meaning of whiteness and all of its impacts. Listen to hear Claudia talk with Danielle and Maiysha about white male privilege, entitlement and the importance of digging into uncomfortable conversations.
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