We’re winding back the clock and revisiting one of my favorite episodes, Dark Chocolate. In this conversation, we dive into the complex realities of colorism and the beauty standards that continue to shape how we see ourselves and each other.

Episode References:

1. Chika Okoro |Confessions of a D Girl: Colorism and Global Standards of Beauty | YouTube, TEDxStanford (published 2017)

2. Dr. Sarah L. Webb | How Can We Heal from the Shades of Colorism? | YouTube, TEDxUofISpringfield (published 2021)

3. People of color discuss the impact of 'colorism' | YouTube, Good Morning America (published 2021)

4. What Is Ethnocentrism And How It Affects Beauty| YouTube. QOVES Studio (published 2020)

5. Khadija Mbowe |Beauty is in the eye of…the Colonizer?| Youtube, Khadija Mbowe (published 2021)

This episode is represented by Queertopolis. Queertopolis creates queer, sex-positive events centered on awareness, connection, skill-sharing, and community. For more information follow them on Instagram @queertopolis

Chocolate Reading:

Author: George. M Johnson

Instagram: @iamgmjohnson

Book Title: All Boys Aren't Blue: A Memoir-Manifesto

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