In this episode of Selective Ignorance, Mandii B is joined by super producer A-King, journalist Jayson Rodriguez, and Jason “Jah” Lee for a timely deep dive into Black History Month, racist laws in America, cultural stereotypes, and modern racism, opening with a frank discussion about the legacy and ongoing effects of racist legislation and why historical truth still faces resistance today [00:53]. The crew connects these themes to their own personal education journeys and lived experiences with how Black history is taught — or omitted — in schools [02:46], leading into a candid conversation about ignorance, self-education, and the gaps many adults still have in understanding Black historical contributions [06:04]. They then unpack the controversy surrounding Critical Race Theory and curriculum limitations, examining how political pressure shapes what students are allowed to learn [08:55], before spotlighting key historical figures and their lasting social and cultural impact [11:49].

The discussion expands into cultural stereotypes and long-standing misconceptions about Black identity[15:02], followed by a nuanced breakdown of racial slurs, historical context, and how language evolves across generations [17:51]. From there, the hosts return to the structural level, outlining major racist laws and their real historical consequences [21:03], including miscegenation laws and the policing of interracial relationships[23:50]. The conversation then bridges past to present through examples of modern racism and current events[27:07], before shifting toward media analysis and the portrayal of Black culture in pop culture and entertainment [30:02]. Music is highlighted as a powerful tool of protest, preservation, and social commentary within Black history [32:47], with specific attention paid to controversial songs and their cultural ripple effects [36:03]. The episode closes with a direct call to action for listeners to pursue deeper education, cultural literacy, and historical awareness beyond performative celebration [38:52], reinforcing the show’s commitment to informed dialogue around Black history, race, education, and representation. 

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In this episode of Selective Ignorance, Mandii B is joined by super producer A-King, journalist Jayson Rodriguez, and Jason &ldquo;Jah&rdquo; Lee for a timely deep dive into Black History Month, racist laws in America, cultural stereotypes, and modern racism, opening with a frank discussion about the legacy and ongoing effects of racist legislation and why historical truth still faces resistance today [00:53]. The crew connects these themes to their own personal education journeys and lived experiences with how Black history is taught &mdash; or omitted &mdash; in schools [02:46], leading into a candid conversation about ignorance, self-education, and the gaps many adults still have in understanding Black historical contributions [06:04]. They then unpack the controversy surrounding Critical Race Theory and curriculum limitations, examining how political pressure shapes what students are allowed to learn [08:55], before spotlighting key historical figures and their lasting social and cultural impact [11:49].
The discussion expands into cultural stereotypes and long-standing misconceptions about Black identity [15:02], followed by a nuanced breakdown of racial slurs, historical context, and how language evolves across generations [17:51]. From there, the hosts return to the structural level, outlining major racist laws and their real historical consequences [21:03], including miscegenation laws and the policing of interracial relationships [23:50]. The conversation then bridges past to present through examples of modern racism and current events [27:07], before shifting toward media analysis and the portrayal of Black culture in pop culture and entertainment [30:02]. Music is highlighted as a powerful tool of protest, preservation, and social commentary within Black history [32:47], with specific attention paid to controversial songs and their cultural ripple effects [36:03]. The episode closes with a direct call to action for listeners to pursue deeper education, cultural literacy, and historical awareness beyond performative celebration [38:52], reinforcing the show&rsquo;s commitment to informed dialogue around Black history, race, education, and representation.&nbsp;
No Holes Barred: A Dual Manifesto Of Sexual Exploration And Power&rdquo; w/ Tempest X!
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Society is brimming with hypocrisy, indignation and opinions—the Selective Ignorance podcast will dare to challenge the complexities behind internet reaction and the public’s beliefs by unpacking trending topics with comedic education and outlandish hot takes.

Each week, Mandii B engages guests from the worlds of media, comedy and entertainment, as well as cultural and topical experts, to tackle everything from current events to the latest scandals in order to confront biases, embrace the uncomfortable and embark on a journey that shakes the status quo.

Society is brimming with hypocrisy, indignation and opinions—the Selective Ignorance podcast will dare to challenge the complexities behind internet reaction and the public’s beliefs by unpacking trending topics with comedic education and outlandish hot takes. Each week, Mandii B engages guests from the worlds of media, comedy and entertainment, as well as cultural and topical experts, to tackle everything from current events to the latest scandals in order to confront biases, embrace the uncomfortable and embark on a journey that shakes the status quo.

Society is brimming with hypocrisy, indignation and opinions—the Selective Ignorance podcast will dare to challenge the complexities behind internet reaction and the public’s beliefs by unpacking trending topics with comedic education and outlandish...

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