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In this episode, Titus Makin and Jordan Makin dive into a real conversation about racial constructs, identity, and social expectations.From code switching in corporate spaces to being labeled “whitewashed,” they explore how Black people often navigate different environments while balancing authenticity and perception. They also discuss the experience of being the token Black friend and how stereotypes shape representation in Hollywood and everyday life.In this episode, they discuss:• Understanding code switching• Cultural expectations in professional spaces• The meaning behind the “whitewashed” label• The experience of being the token Black friend• Stereotypes and Black tropes in media• Identity and authenticity in different environments• Social pressure and cultural perceptionFollow Crab Legs and Kool-Aid: https://www.instagram.com/crablegsandkoolaid/
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In this episode, Titus Makin and Jordan Makin dive into a real conversation about racial constructs, identity, and social expectations.From code switching in corporate spaces to being labeled “whitewashed,” they explore how Black people often navigate different environments while balancing authenticity and perception. They also discuss the experience of being the token Black friend and how stereotypes shape representation in Hollywood and everyday life.In this episode, they discuss:• Understanding code switching• Cultural expectations in professional spaces• The meaning behind the “whitewashed” label• The experience of being the token Black friend• Stereotypes and Black tropes in media• Identity and authenticity in different environments• Social pressure and cultural perceptionFollow Crab Legs and Kool-Aid: https://www.instagram.com/crablegsandkoolaid/
Follow Titus Makin:
https://www.instagram.com/titusmakin/Guest: Jordan Makin