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Yo, Is This Racist?

Andrew Ti, Tawny Newsome
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Yo, Is This Racist?, hosted by Andrew Ti, creator of the popular blog of the same name, is now a weekly podcast! Every Wednesday, Ti, co-host Tawny Newsome, and their guests answer questions from fan-submitted voicemails and emails about whether or not something is, in fact, racist.

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Tawny and Andrew are joined by Matt Apodaca and Cody Ziglar for the final episode of Yo, Is This Racist! They discuss Maroon 6, what the show has meant to them and the future of this feed!

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Hosts

Andrew Ti
Host of the show; co-creator of the original blog; regular analyst on race and culture with a background in anthropology.
Tawny Newsome
Co-host with a strong perspective on representation and culture; frequent guest host and collaborator with a warm, witty delivery.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 3.3k ratings
  • Love starter trek

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Jones
    6 days ago
  • Nooooo

    I just saw that this is the final episode and am so heartbroken. Tawny and Andrew have been coming together through my speakers since covid.

    Man, they got me through some really hard days and I’m going to miss them so much. I guess I should’ve left a review earlier 😆

    Anyway, should’ve seen this coming with Tawny’s acting career really hitting new heights and all the guests coming in instead. (I haven’t listened to the last episode yet - maybe they just solved racism and that’s why it’s endin... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AshInFact
    United States7 days ago
  • I am dumb

    I must be the dumbest person out there. I am a long time member of the Zeitgang. I have heard Andrew on The Daily Zeitgeist so many times and Tawny on other podcasts. So I finally decided to jump into Yo, is this racist, and wouldn’t you know I end up listening to the final episode of first. I guess I can work through the back catalogue but I do feel like a fool. 5 Stars.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brobra tre
    United States7 days ago
  • Fun hate listen

    This podcast is a lot of fun to “hate listen” and yell at. They actually tell people things like don’t speak a foreign language with a foreigner. It’s so bad it’s almost good! Almost.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Strung Out
    United States6 months ago
  • Love the hosts

    Have listened to the hosts in several other podcasts as guests, but first episode I finally listened to learned Tawny went to Round Up in Dallas and I’m so in love with everything!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lmbranum
    United States8 months ago

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Some critics describe moments as provocative or controversial but still valuable for nuanced discussion.
Many find guest conversations energizing and the analysis thoughtful, with a punchy style.
Listeners praise the hosts' banter and sharp insights on race and culture.
A portion feel strongly that the show challenges mainstream narratives and provokes important dialogue.

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Here’s the Thing
Q: Do I need to be more proactive in telling her, you will not be invited to our home in the future for this reason?
It's important to call out bad behavior in the moment rather than sending a passive aggressive message later.
The Wrong People Are Buying My Dog Sweaters
Q: How can I change my friend's Islamophobic views?
You can try to encourage her to separate her negative views on particular behaviors from an entire culture or religion. Additionally, reminding her that her rhetoric is reminiscent of right-wing narratives can prompt reflection.
So Good It Makes You Feel So Bad
Q: Is it racist of me, middle-aged white lady, to engage in this type of literal policing, even if it's for a good cause?
The house discusses the complexities of parking enforcement and its implications for social justice, suggesting that as a well-meaning person, grappling with the ethics of policing can be beneficial compared to a more traditional approach.
I Was Asked to Be Here with Jessica Gao
Q: What projects are you currently working on?
I'm training for Half Dome and detailing my progress in my hiking training journal.
All Hail The Bagel Monster
Q: What can I do to possibly make these people at least feel a little more comfortable when they are sort of looked past as invisible?
You can start by making eye contact and treating them like human beings, leaving stacks of helpful information for them, and making your values known.

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This show combines sharp cultural critique with humor as a regular duo and guests tackle questions about racism, representation, and current events. Episodes mix listener-submitted inquiries with candid conversations, often weaving in pop culture, media industry dynamics, and social justice topics. The format is conversational, self-aware, and unapologetically provocative, which keeps discussions lively whether dissecting public discourse, celebrity culture, or policy debates. A standout trait is the strong, friendly banter between hosts and guests, along with guests who bring diverse perspectives from entertainment, activism, and academia.

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5. Sierra Katow
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7. Cody Ziglar
8. Matt Apodaca

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