Loretta J. Ross is canceling “cancel culture.” Join Justin, Jamey, and Liz for an insightful masterclass with the legendary activist and scholar. Together, they dissect the ineffectiveness of our prevalent “call out culture” and explore Loretta’s proven strategies to promote a culture of empathy and accountability.
With a career spanning over five decades, Ross has been a formidable force in social justice, from fighting apartheid, and de-radicalizing white supremacist, (11:47) to pioneering the women’s movement and co-creating the theory of reproductive justice. In this discussion, she delves into her transformative approach of 'calling in vs. calling out,' (04:53) advocating for empathetic, respectful dialogue over the confrontational public shaming prevalent in online activism. (23:59) Ross’s method challenges 'cancel culture,' aiming to bridge divides and promote growth through constructive conversations. Her insights offer a blueprint in navigating complex social issues with compassion and understanding. (55:09)
Timecodes:
(00:00) - Episode Begins
(00:12) - Are we becoming sensitive as a culture?
(03:00) - Welcome Loretta J Ross
(04:53) - What does it mean to “Call In?”
(11:47) - Reforming Neo-Nazi’s and Fighting for reproductive justice
(23:59) - Young people & cancel culture
(55:09) - 5 ways to respond to injustice and harm
(1:00:25) - Social media’s catastrophization “trauma” and “triggers”
(1:05:59) - The beauty of calling- in
Loretta J. Ross Bio
Loretta J. Ross is an esteemed Associate Professor at Smith College and a renowned activist and scholar. Beginning in the 1970s, her activism spans various critical issues, including gentrification, women’s reproductive rights, domestic violence, and apartheid. A force in social justice, Ross is credited as a pioneer in women’s reproductive rights, working as the director of the first rape crisis center in the country and co-creating the theory of reproductive justice.
Loretta J. Ross’s upcoming book Calling In the Calling Out Culture is set to release early 2025 with Simon & Schuster helming publication.
For more insight into building a better culture of accountability, Join Loretta’s next virtual workshop “Advancing Calling In” starting december 9th at Lorettajross.com
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This conversation was recorded in September 2023