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Randall Kennedy: The N-Word - History of Race, Law, Politics, and Power | Lex Fridman Podcast #379
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Randall Kennedy is a law professor at Harvard and author of many seminal books on race, law, history, culture, and politics. Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors:
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OUTLINE:
0:00 - Introduction
2:13 - The N-word
37:57 - The three N-words
1:04:30 - Education
1:17:32 - Critical race theory
1:28:06 - Racism and policing
1:35:26 - Racial profiling
2:04:59 - Racism in US history
2:22:57 - Affirmative action
3:06:24 - Martin Luther King Jr.

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@lexfridman

11 months ago

Here are the timestamps. Please check out our sponsors to support this podcast. 0:00 - Introduction & sponsor mentions: - Eight Sleep: www.eightsleep.com/lex to get special savings - Linode: linode.com/lex to get $100 free credit - InsideTracker: insidetracker.com/lex to get 20% off 2:13 - The N-word 37:57 - The three N-words 1:04:30 - Education 1:17:32 - Critical race theory 1:28:06 - Racism and policing 1:35:26 - Racial profiling 2:04:59 - Racism in US history 2:22:57 - Affirmative action 3:06:24 - Martin Luther King Jr.

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@ChaineYTXF

11 months ago

"You made a good point. [...] I'll have to recalibrate." Truly, this is the mark of a smart man.

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@michaelpowell-ngatchou6274

11 months ago

I'm not sure how much the average person would have access to this author outside of academia and this podcast makes it available for everyone. NPR rarely went this in depth.

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@Claythargic

11 months ago

if someone is offended, thats their problem. The Stoics figured this out 2000 years ago. It is WAY past time we stop letting the temper tantrum throwing children crying "I'm Offended" to sway any conversation about any topic.

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@youngchoi9388

10 months ago

Please invite Randall Kennedy back as often as possible. Randall Kennedy is a true public intellectual in its best sense. I can listen to him all day long and never get tired of it. I am thankful that we have such an erudite, wise professor in our country.

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@Crossa

11 months ago

I look forward to you interviewing Thomas Sowell🤞🏽

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@dimujin

11 months ago

Thank you gentlemen for having this conversation. In the world today, it is almost impossible for everyday people to have an earnest discussion on difficult topics such as this one. I want to thank you Lex for having the courage to have this talk with Mr. Kennedy and ask the questions that some of us wouldn't have thought to ask. Wonderful episode.

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@jaynebradley5743

11 months ago

This podcast should be compulsory viewing by the world. Absolutely brilliant and such intelligent discussion.

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@poemme

11 months ago

Thank you for being an open-minded, beautiful person. Thank you for sharing these intimate conversations with numerous brilliant minds. Everytime I get to listen in, it paints my world with newfound hope.

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@morganandreason

11 months ago

The philosophical distinction between "use" and "mention" is commonly referred to as the "use-mention distinction." This distinction is particularly relevant in philosophy of language and logic. It helps differentiate between using a word to refer to or talk about something (mentioning) and using a word as part of the actual content or meaning of a statement (using). Understanding this distinction is crucial for analyzing and discussing language, meaning, and reference. In talking about Mark Twain's usage of the word, I'm mentioning it. It's not the same as using it.

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@angelicaortiz1954

11 months ago

I could be listening to these two human beings for another three hours. They are living proof that you can have a respectful conversation even without having to agree on everything. Thank you so much for being such a good example, we need more conversations like this. Huge fan of Lex Fridman!

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@annaimperiale9249

11 months ago

This man is incredible. So brilliant. He is the type of person this world needs more of.

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@mikalsvendsen6761

11 months ago

Very good episode, and for me personally a huge relief that someone actually brings up, and takes seriously, Dick Gregory. Dick Gregory would have been the perfect guest on this show, RIP. I didn't know about Randall Kennedy until watching this episode, but his presence is a relief, for those who sees things closer to his perspective. Will definitely be buying some of his books

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@solidsteal

11 months ago

I stroll through life with the understanding that "if it moves you, it is you". Thanks!

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@isthisshit4real

11 months ago

This is why I listen to and LOVE this podcast. I saw the description and thought - oh man, this is gonna be great!! Lex always has awesome content.,This was by far my fav guest. My background is in law. 😊

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@karenm7961

8 months ago

every time I watch one of your podcasts I think that was an amazing and very thought-provoking conversation! Great guest and well thought out questions! This does not disappoint. Thank you for sharing this.

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@UncleBildo

11 months ago

Love Lex's stuff 99.9% of the time anyhow, but this one was possibly one of my favorites.

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@hutchdown1

11 months ago

Lex again for the win! Randall Kennedy, so grateful to have found you. Y’all batting 1000 good sirs.

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@tryathletes

11 months ago

Amazing podcast. Randall Kennedy's books have had tremendous influence on my thinking and I was very happy to see this dialogue.

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@finn6612

11 months ago

Great episode! Initially, I was as uncomfortable as you were, Lex. But the longer I listened, the more relaxed I became and the more I noticed the love in every word being spoken. Thank you.

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