Society & Culture
Have you ever been judged or bullied because of the color of your skin? Made fun of because you are "too light" or "too dark"? "Skin color matters because we are a visual species and we respond to one another based on the way we physically present. In today's society, skin color has become a loaded signifier of identity and value". In today's episode, we're talking about Colorism. What is Colorism? Colorism is prejudice or discrimination against individuals based on their skin tone, usually from the same ethnic or racial group. In a country deeply rooted in racism, dark skin is demonized and white skin is praised. Though super common in the black community, colorism is also rampant in Latin America, East, and Southeast Asia, the Caribbean, and Africa. Unfortunately, colorism is prominent in the black, Asian, and Hispanic communities.There have been so many "Team Light Skinned" vs. "Team Dark Skinned" rivalries, but no color or shade of skin is more attractive or deserving than the next. Episode Resources: Why Understanding Colorism Within the Latino Community Is So importantColorism in Latinx CommunitiesThe Difference Between Racism and ColorismWhy black people discriminate among ourselves: the toxic legacy of colorismJohn Oliver – Last Week Tonight: HairEpisode Sponsor: Revolution Beauty Get 20% off your next purchase by using the code PODGO20 __________________________________Like what you heard? Subscribe to get notified of the newest episodes! Don't forget to rate and review, too!#SharingisCaring share our podcast with a friend, or three!Find out what we're sipping on: The Wine ListCheck out the show notes: www.swirlandsippodcast.comJoin us over on Instagram: @swirlandsippodcastSuggest a topic or email us at hello@swirlandsippodcast.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/swirlandsippodcast)