“One such question revolved around the informal institution of black kids eating together in the cafeteria. I’m going to let you in on a secret: growing black children like to eat. In a majority-white school, they are often friends with… — Baratunde Thurston Copy Share Image
I am not a yogi yet, but I aspire to have more balance in my life. — Baratunde Thurston Copy Share Image
Remember something about attention. Yes, it’s possible to buy, grab, or even steal it. But it’s far better to earn it. — Baratunde Thurston Copy Share Image
"Black culture" is ready for whatever. I sense some momentum and excitement around black artists (especially in comedy, which is where most of my… — Baratunde Thurston Copy Share Image
“Never mind that it's not owned by a black person anymore. You can still learn a lot from BET. Primarily, you will learn that… — Baratunde Thurston Copy Share Image
My family life and early political life - being exposed to the news constantly, being enrolled in an Afrocentric education program, and doing the… — Baratunde Thurston Copy Share Image
“You will be very visible in the company photo, also the website and any other marketing materials. There's no way to avoid it. The… — Baratunde Thurston Copy Share Image
I work in comedy, journalism, media, and technology, many of which don't have a lot of black faces in visible positions. I walk through… — Baratunde Thurston Copy Share Image
Knowing that "me" is inextricably linked to blackness, [I try to enjoy] the process of expanding beyond the expected boundaries set by existing culture,… — Baratunde Thurston Copy Share Image
I don't know that I'm post-anything. I'd like to think maybe I'm post-bullshit. — Baratunde Thurston Copy Share Image
I care about the diversity of the mindset of the people creating our future, and the windows through which we see it, and the… — Baratunde Thurston Copy Share Image
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