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Yo, Is This Racist?

Andrew Ti, Tawny Newsome
Racism
Israel-Palestine Conflict
Cultural Appropriation
Human Rights
Beyoncé
Star Trek
Anti-Semitism
Zionism
Raging Grace
Spanish Language
Hollywood
Comedy
Peace Activism
Ethno-Nationalism
Colonialism
Labor Rights
SAG Strike
Christmas
Racial Pay Disparity
Tina Fondue

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 discuss the recent surge in the flu and some listener questions.

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Hosts

Andrew Ti
Host of the show; co-host and creator of the original concept; long-running host known for analytical humor on racism and culture.
Tawny Newsome
Co-host known for grounding debates with warmth, humor, and cultural insight; adds pop culture perspective and empathy.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 3.3k ratings
  • 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 States3 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 States5 months ago
  • Amazing. Brilliant. Funny. Courageous.

    Thank you!!! This show is helping me and gadzillions of others more than you’ll ever know. I’ve been following Andrew for ages, but dang it, the conversations with Tawny take the analysis to a whole new level. Keep up the awesome work, and f the trolls cause they’re just jealous.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    niki-gee
    United States10 months ago
  • Can Andrew please stop saying it’s easy to sequence your DNA at home?

    Ok. I really enjoyed this show a lot, but as someone who did a PhD and postdoc in biology, I’m just throwing my hands up at this point — I finally turned it off mid-episode today because Andrew will NOT stop saying that people can easily sequence their DNA at home. The most recent episode even included equally uninformed thoughts on the subject from a listener. When Andrew brought it up in a previous episode, I brushed it off as just a joke, but it’s veering into misinformation at this point, at... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Cynaps_processing
    United States10 months ago
  • Funny

    Agree or don’t agree, they are very witty and great entertainers. The 3rd guy that jumps in also does a great job. Sorry dude. Don’t know your name. Kevin maybe.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DCMdrummer
    United Statesa year ago

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Many praise the hosts' ability to make complex topics accessible through humor and personal anecdotes.
Overall, listeners describe the show as witty, insightful, and thought-provoking, with strong chemistry between hosts.
Some listeners criticize episodes that veer into politics or controversial topics, but many appreciate the candid exchange and courageous conversations.

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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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What is Yo, Is This Racist? about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A sharp, humorous discussion show that tackles questions about racism, culture, and current events through fan-submitted voicemails and emails. Hosts Andrew Ti and Tawny Newsome lead with thoughtful analysis, candid opinions, and playful banter, often dipping into pop culture, media decisions, and social dynamics to unpack what is and isn't racist in everyday scenarios. Episodes frequently center on how institutions, language, and public figures handle controversy, while also inviting guests to broaden the perspectives and keep the conversations energetic and accessible. It's likely to appeal to listeners who enjoy cerebral takes on race issues wrapped in accessible, witty storytelling and relatable anecdotes, with a recurring emphasis on a... more

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