Topic: White Adjacent

2 chapters across the catalog

62: Pink Elephant
58:17 - 1:00:26

62: Pink Elephant

George Zimmerman and the Asian-American Victim Narrative

The racial categorization of George Zimmerman as "white" despite his Hispanic heritage is cited as an example of narrative-driven reporting. A similar shift is noted regarding Asian Americans, who the hosts claim are being "grafted into whiteness" or labeled "white adjacent" by the media. This transition is linked to recent commentary by radio host Karen Hunter.

27: Lift-Gate
1:43:54 - 1:46:55

27: Lift-Gate

Modern Day Redlining and White Adjacent Vouching

A year-long investigation reveals that black and Latino homebuyers still face significant hurdles in obtaining mortgages. One applicant in Philadelphia was repeatedly denied until she had her "white adjacent" girlfriend apply with her. Despite the girlfriend's unstable income, her presence and credit score allowed the loan to proceed smoothly.