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Ep. 130 - Teaching African-American Studies in Japan While French (Raphaël Lambert)

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Season 5 Episode 130

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Frenchman Raphaël Lambert studied in America then moved to Japan where he now teaches African-American studies. He discusses the evolving dynamics of race relations in France compared to America, the impact of Afro-pessimism, and the historical optimism of African Americans. Lambert critiques the notion of Afro-pessimism, advocating for a more unified cultural identity that embraces creativity and resilience.

• Raphaël’s Black Hopes/Black Woes (Routledge Research in Race and Ethnicity)

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