Heat of the Night (Episode 81)

In this Episode

It seems as though the entire world is talking about the Oscars incident between Will Smith and Chris Rock. Everybody has an opinion on what should have happened or who shouldn’t have done what. However, how many of these opinions take into consideration the history of blackness within the academy and beyond? How many of these opinions take into account both Will and Chris’ personal histories of experiencing violence? This week on the show, Shaunna and Lisa welcome two very special guests, Malika Clinkscales and Andrea Rodriguéz, to dissect this night at the Oscars. Underlining the nuance surrounding Will’s choice to assault Chris Rock, the group discusses how Blackness, as understood by white America, shaped this moment.

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