Show Notes
In this episode, we explore the deeply rooted social and historical constructs of whiteness, their origins in European history, and their ongoing impacts on society and individual well-being. We analyze how whiteness functions as a social contract that dehumanizes, perpetuates trauma, and sustains white supremacy culture.
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