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Podcast: The 7Th Generation Podcast
Episode: Kendrick Lamar’s Lyrics and the Colonial Legacy of Dehumanizing Words
Description: On this episode of the 7th Generation Podcast, Dr. B dives into the power of language and its ability to shape how we view and treat others. The conversation begins with Kendrick Lamar’s recent use of the word 'Eskimo' in his latest album—a term that many don’t realize is deeply offensive. Dr. B unpacks the history of this word, its roots in colonialism, and how it was used to dehumanize Arctic Indigenous peoples like the Inuit, Yupik, and Aleut.
But this isn’t just about language. Dr. B connects the discussion to a devastating chapter...