Growing up within a black community, and witnessing racism firsthand, activist JD Mass PsyD tells of his successes and missteps in building powerful alliances with melanated people. In this episode of the Perpetual mOetion Podcast, Dr. mOe Anderson sits down with JD Mass, an activist, entrepreneur, podcast host, and author, to explore his journey from a white kid in a predominantly Black neighborhood in St. Louis to a thought leader advocating for equity and justice. Dive into the roots of Western culture's competitive nature and discover a heartfelt call to action for a just and equitable world. 

Memorable Quotes:"Our prestigious systems of finance and education are built on tricks and illusions, keeping us very limited to what they teach us." – JD Mass

Key Points:

• Growing up in a diverse community and its impact on identity
• The competitive nature of Western culture is rooted in historical scarcity
• Cancel culture and its multifaceted implications
• Personal anecdotes from JD Mass, including childhood memories with rapper Nelly
• The importance of embracing diversity for societal well-being

Chapter Breakdown:

• (0:00:02) - Growing Up in a Diverse Community
• (0:05:37) - Competition, Scarcity, and Prestige
• (0:21:35) - Cancel Culture and Political Soundbites

Connect with JD and order his book "Race for What?" on his website (https://raceforwhat.com/)

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