What I Hear When You Say is a video series that explores how words can both unite and divide us depending on our own perspective, experience, and interpretation. Each episode covers a different phrase or term that challenges what we think we know about race, class, gender, and identity.
Episodes
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Episode 1, Season 1
Race CardA professor, a comedian, and an artist break down their interpretation “race card."6:19 -
Episode 9, Season 1
GentrificationAn author, a professor and a filmmaker discuss their unique takes on gentrification.7:11 -
Episode 3, Season 1
White PrideA filmmaker, a comedian and a musician explore the use of the term “white pride.”7:06 -
Episode 2, Season 1
Model MinorityExplore the use of this term “Model Minority” to describe Asian American communities.7:07 -
Episode 4, Season 1
WelfareExplore the assumptions and misgivings of pejorative phrases like “Welfare queen.”6:20 -
Episode 5, Season 1
Cultural Appropriation vs. AppreciationWhat does it mean to appreciate vs. appropriate culture? Explore unique perspectives.6:38 -
Episode 7, Season 1
What Are You?What’s the intent behind a simple question like, “What are you?”6:39 -
Episode 8, Season 1
Code WordsExamine the current function and long history of American’s use of “code words”.6:38 -
Episode 6, Season 1
I'm Not A FeministWhat does it mean to be a “feminist” today? Explore from three unique perspectives.5:56 -
Episode 10, Season 1
When Did You Become Gay?Examine the code words and phrases used to describe LGBTQA communities.7:15
