The Kenny Burns Show 🎙️ Ep. 155: Colorism

In this week’s powerful episode, Kenny Burns dives deep into one of the most uncomfortable — yet crucial — conversations within the Black community: colorism.

From subtle microaggressions to systemic patterns of privilege and prejudice based on skin tone, Kenny explores how colorism continues to divide our people and hold us back from true unity and progress. 💔

🔍 In this episode:

    •    Why colorism remains the “elephant in the room” in Black spaces

    •    The media’s role in reinforcing harmful beauty and value standards

    •    Personal reflections on growing up with color-based biases

    •    The impact on relationships, career opportunities, and self-worth

    •    Why healing starts with acknowledgment, empathy, and action

It’s time to dismantle the internalized oppression that has fractured our collective strength. Only by facing these truths can we build a future rooted in solidarity, equity, and love.

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