
What we’re about
Hi everyone!
I started this group because the mainstream dialogue regarding racism is finally starting to somewhat align with the realities of racism. This narrative shift combined with the present and future explosion of technology and social media has (in my opinion) created the first environment where a holistic solution to racism can be achieved. However, it is of paramount importance that most Americans are able to clearly and objectively identify the issue of racism for any actual solution to be successful. I am creating this group in an effort to advance my own and my community members' understanding of racism and its solutions.
ALL are welcome! You should join this group if you have questions about the current dialogue on racism, if you have an experience related to racism that you would like to share, if you are interested in discussing possible solutions to racism, or if you are interested in discussing a topic that many find taboo. While black Americans have spent a significant amount of time discussing racism with each other, the same is rarely true for other racial groups. This group is an opportunity to learn from each other about how to best combat racism in America.
At our events, we will open with the reading of a quote, poem, or article chosen by me. These writings can be from group members, civil rights icons, or others who have engaged in the study of racism. From there, we will discuss the reading/performance and have a conversation moderated by me. We will always end the session by talking about potential solutions and their feasibility, allowing our ideas for a remedy to be collected after each meeting. I hope to see you there!
Upcoming events (3)
See all- Book Club - Seventh cycle - Michael O Emerson - The Religion of WhitenessLink visible for attendees
Our next book club cycle is here :-). Let's meet to discuss the first three chapters (the whole book is only 200 pages).
We decided to read "The Religion of Whiteness - How Racism Distorts Christian Faith by Michael O Emerson (opens in a new window)."
As before, we will be meeting via Discord.
- Conversation Series 144 – Stephanie G Wilson, PhDLink visible for attendees
I'm thrilled to introduce my next guest on The Contraband Wagon, Stephanie G. Wilson, PhD. Stephanie is a historian, educator, and creator of the Freedom Over Fascism podcast. We were introduced through a mutual friend via the Substack app. As I've long discussed over the years, technology is allowing those of us with similar or the same values to collaborate in a way that was not possible beforehand. Stephanie has agreed to speak with me for two hours on Substack about her evolution of race consciousness.
A special shout out to The Contrabandits for helping me fund these conversations and develop a movement to allow people the time and space to accept anti-racism as a value for their lives. Stephanie has graciously agreed to be the FIRST guest on The Contraband Wagon to experience the discussion on race live on Substack.
Don't worry! I am not abandoning Twitch just yet. But it is important for me to reach many people on Substack who want to be revolutionary but have not yet deconstructed their racialized environment fully. In my estimation there are many on Substack who fit that description.
It is 100% free for you to join my Substack and take part in the discussion. Below, I'm also providing links to Stephanie's podcast, YouTube channel, social media profile, and leadership courses. Please join us for this unique opportunity to watch two people share their journeys from racial ignorance to racial awareness through grief and empowerment. Bring your questions and comments into the chat, and I'll try to integrate them whenever possible.
Podcast: www.freedomoverfascism.us
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FreedomOverFascismPod
Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/freedomoverfascism.bsky.social
Leadership Courses: www.bcognitionlabs.comDon't forget that anyone can join me as a guest on The Contraband Wagon. The only criteria are an open mind and an open heart. We also allow for anonymous guests (to the audience, not to me). Check out my conversation with Ben to get a flavor of what conversations on race with me are like and to hear some information about the future of The Contraband Wagon. Be active in the conversation by posting your questions and comments in the chat. See you there!
Join us for this wide ranging and illuminating discussion. Bring your comments and questions to the chat. I hope to see you there!
Remember, ANYONE can appear on the show, simply fill out the application linked below. If you or someone you know would like to be a guest on the show, fill out the short application here: https://www.thecontrabandwagon.com/the-contraband-wagon-application/
If you would like to support the creation of this content with my other amazing patrons and gain access to all of the raw footage of all of these Conversation Series events, join the Contrabandits here: https://www.patreon.com/thecontrabandwagon
Make sure you have subscribed to my YouTube channel so you can share clips of these conversations with people and get more people involved in the conversation!
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Join in on the conversation via the chat during this event. I hope to see you there!
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