The White Savior Complex is a podcast designed to dissect difficult topics relating to racism and with the intention of informing and empowering white people to embrace our unique role in the fight against racialized violence and white supremacy.

Join host Steve Discourse as he explores these topic through personal testimony and reflection, and conversations with white and black activists so that we can be better equipped to confront and defeat the ongoing threat of white supremacy. 

This will NOT be easy. It WILL be uncomfortable. It IS necessary.

Introduction to The White Savior Complex

As we launch the first episode, we realize a lot of folks are newly energized to engage in the recent demonstrations against police brutality. People want to make an impact, and that enthusiasm is amazing! However there are some potential pitfalls to be aware of. We explore a couple best practices for becoming an ally in the anti-racist movement.

WSC Ep 1 The Urgency Of Now

In episode one we explored some immediate tips for engaging in the current demonstrations. In episode two we step back from the topic of action to examine how white allies should orient our mindset as we begin to enter the space of anti-racism and engage issues of racial justice.

WSC Ep 2 Self Exam

Hey all! Not exactly an official episode here, and while I do share some new insights I mostly wanted to give you all a glimpse of what you can expect moving forward as far as topics and themes.

And be sure to follow and tweet me @Stevediscourse!

WSC The Syllabus

What does it mean to defund the police? A lot, from minor tweaks to abolishment. But its not a rash response to recent murders. There is research and precedent to follow.

What do we do after the protests subside? It isn't sexy or fun, but the answer is to engage in our local government, like many of the protest leaders to every other day of the year.

WSC Defund Police

As we grapple with the concept of defunding the police, what does it look like to stand in solidarity with black led solutions and tactics? Are we imposing our sensibilities on black people when we critique their messaging and strategy, or are we just being helpful?

Solidarity And Sensibility

Host of The White Savior Complex: Refections of an Anti-racist Ally. We examine issues regarding whiteness and privilege, racial justice, and becoming an effective ally in the fight against white supremacy.

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