‘You Can’t Code Your Way Out of Racism’ | Episode 2
Summary
Hosts Wesley Morris and Jenna Wortham review the thriller *When the Bough Breaks*, debating its unintentional humor and racial tropes. They then analyze discrimination on Airbnb, discussing how algorithms and user bias perpetuate racism in the sharing economy. Finally, guest Shanti Crawford joins to examine the athleticism and "dance-herliness" of tennis players like Serena Williams and Gael Monfils during the US Open.
Topics discussed
Intro: Instagram teen accounts and episode overview
Reviewing the movie 'When the Bough Breaks' over breakfast
Airbnb discrimination, housing bias, and tech responsibility
The dance-like athleticism of US Open tennis players
Outro, credits, and listener voicemail
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