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406: Am I Racist? with Justin Folk

2024/9/24
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Mike Rowe interviews Justin Folk, director of "Am I Racist?", discussing the film's exploration of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and its potential impact. Folk anticipates a strong reaction to the film, hoping it sparks a national conversation about race and DEI.
  • The film "Am I Racist?" aims to ignite a conversation about race and DEI.
  • The filmmakers expect a strong reaction due to the sensitive nature of the topic.
  • The film seeks to explore DEI's impact on perceptions of race and equality.

Shownotes Transcript

Director/Producer Justin Folk is best known for helming the 2022 hit documentary What is a Woman), starring Matt Walsh. Justin and Matt teamed up again for the follow-up, companion piece, Am I Racist?) (now in theaters,) in which Matt goes on a diversity, equity, and inclusion journey and becomes a card-carrying DEI expert. Justin shares some behind-the-scenes moments from the film and discusses the state of anti-racism in America.  Tip o’ the hat to our excellent sponsors American-Giant.com/MIKE) Use code MIKE to get 20% off your order. PureTalk.com/Rowe) Save 50% off your first month! ZipRecruiter.com/Rowe) Try ZipRecruiter for FREE. BetterDebtNow.com/Mike) for a FREE consultation.