It Happens Here – Ep. 18 – Symbols
In Episode 18 of “It Happens Here,” Staci Drouillard and Tyler Howell discuss the complicated nature of cultural symbols. With insights by John Morrin, Brandon Schorsch and Professor Anton Treuer. Morrin shares how offensive symbols, like cigar store Indians and US Army commercials, perpetuate negative stereotypes about Native Americans. Treuer emphasizes the need to contextualize harmful symbols , rather than celebratory settings. Brandon Schorsch from Jewish Community Action highlights the disparity in hate crime data across different countries. The episode also explores the tension between free speech and public harm, particularly in educational settings, and the role of colonialism in shaping American culture.
Read the full transcript: It Happens Here_Ep 18_Symbols_otter_ai
It Happens Here: The Roots of Racism on the North Shore is supported in part by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
