Few words in the English language carry as much weight, history, and controversy as the N-word. In The N-Word Dialogues, host Coach Fentriss Winn, a nationally certified youth sports administrator and championship basketball coach, leads an unfiltered discussion on the power, complexity, and cultural significance of the word nigga. Through thought-provoking conversations with scholars, educators, athletes, artists, and community leaders, this podcast explores:
âś” The historical roots of the N-word and its evolution
âś” The tension between reclamation and rejection within the Black community
âś” The impact of hip-hop, sports, and pop culture on its mainstream use
✔ The rules of context—who can say it, when, and why it matters
✔ How schools, teams, and communities navigate its presence in everyday life Raw, real, and necessary—this is the conversation we need to have. Whether you embrace the word, reject it, or struggle with its meaning, The N-Word Dialogues offers a platform for honest discourse, education, and perspective. Subscribe now and join the discussion—because words have power, and it’s time to talk about it.