Brands like Aunt Jemima and Uncle Ben’s confront their racist advertising. Meanwhile, K-pop fandoms take to Twitter and TikTok to fight white supremacy, and Michelle Obama is launching a podcast. And movies like ‘The Help’ and ‘Hamilton’ take streaming services by storm, but face criticism for downplaying racism and representation. How is pop culture changing during the racial reckoning taking place in our country? It’s our Pop Culture roundtable:

GUESTS:

Rachel Rubin, professor of American studies at the University of Massachusetts, Boston.

Sam Sommers, chair of the department of psychology at Tufts University and professor of social psychology.

LATER IN THE SHOW:

Our communities are grappling with two crises — COVID-19 and and a racial reckoning sparked by systemic racism. Two local women of color, who are veteran organizers, have once again stepped up to the plate to meet the challenge of these times. We talk about how they've harnessed the power of local activism and on-the-ground organizing to raise their communities up and demand the attention of legislators.

Guests:

Gladys Vega, executive director of the Chelsea Collaborative.

Monica Cannon-Grant, activist and founder of the organization Violence in Boston.

SHOW CREDITS:

Under the Radar with Callie Crossley is a production of WGBH, produced by Hannah Uebele and engineered by Dave Goodman.

Rebecca Tauber is our intern.