Not Dinner Conversations with G and Aicila covers the topics considered too impolite for the family dinner table. This week, the episode dives into the concept of meritocracy and how it is currently being used in political agendas, particularly by the present administration in the U.S. G and Aicila discuss the myth of meritocracy, emphasizing that the system often excludes non-elite individuals based on inherited leadership and wealth rather than true merit. They highlight how meritocracy is being used as a weapon to discourage diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, despite these offering more genuine opportunities for advancement. The conversation touches on the practical benefits of diversity in modern society, contrasting it with the fear and entitlement driving opposition to DEI.

Key Points:

• Meritocracy is often a myth that excludes individuals from non-elite backgrounds.
• Current political agendas use meritocracy to undermine diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
• The importance of true meritocracy that considers all factors, including socioeconomic status and resource access.
• Recognizing that fair and genuine meritocracy should be the goal.
• The role of fear and entitlement in resisting diversity, with an example of mass media's portrayal of black superheroes.
• Encouragement to reflect on one's personal definition of merit and why certain attributes are valued.

Resources Mentioned:

• American Medical Association updates on health topics.
• Example of past Kodak product failure due to lack of diversity.

Call to Action: Reflect on your personal definition of merit. Why do you value certain attributes as meritorious? Share your thoughts and join the conversation on what true meritocracy should look like.

For an insightful exploration into often unspoken societal challenges, tune in to Not Dinner Conversations where G and Aicila fearlessly address topics that don't usually make it to the dinner table.

Not Dinner Conversations is co-produced by Gwendolyn R Houston-Jack and Aicila of BiCurean.com

Notes created by CastMagic and edited by human hands and eyes.

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