Socially Misguided

Representation, Racial Ambiguity and Hair with Amber Gardner

September 28, 2022 Sarah Villarreal Episode 28
Socially Misguided
Representation, Racial Ambiguity and Hair with Amber Gardner
Show Notes

CW: mentions of racism, colorism

Amber Gardner joins us for a compelling conversation about the impact of Eurocentric beauty standards on WOC.

We talk about representation in media, how racially ambiguous celebrities have co-opted Black features, the controversy surrounding the casting of The Little Mermaid and hair discrimination. 

Amber Gardner was born and raised in Newport News, Virginia. As an outspoken, honest believer, she is known to press forward in sharing the love of God through song, writing, and speaking. After receiving her Bachelor's from Hampton University she continued to help local, urban youth as a Project Discovery Board Member, while publishing her first book and developing her brand. She currently resides in Hampton, VA where she hosts her podcast.

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