Dr. Ibram X. Kendi: Unpacking Racism, Resistance & Malcolm X’s Legacy | Sumud Podcast

In this powerful episode of Sumud Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Ibram X. Kendi, an active influential voice on race, history, justice and resistance. A National Book Award-winning author, historian, and professor, Dr. Kendi has reshaped the discourse on racism and anti-racism, from his groundbreaking works How to Be an Antiracist and Stamped from the Beginning to his latest book, Malcolm Lives! 🔴At a time when systemic oppression is being actively justified, rewritten, and weaponized, Dr. Kendi breaks down: ➡️ The evolution of racist ideologies—how racism reinvents itself to maintain power ➡️ The responsibility of anti-racism—why it’s about continuous action, not a fixed identity ➡️ Malcolm X’s radical impact—how his critique of Zionism and global oppression remains relevant today ➡️ Why Black and Palestinian struggles are deeply connected—and why global solidarity is critical ➡️ How racism is used to manufacture consent for genocide Dr. Kendi also unpacks the real cost of speaking truth to power, the pushback against anti-racist scholarship, and the urgency of dismantling white supremacy beyond performative allyship. 📢 Don’t miss this powerful discussion on racial justice, collective liberation, and the ongoing fight for equality. 🔴 For all things Sumud: https://sumudpod.com/ 📚 Dr. Kendi’s latest book, Malcolm Lives!: https://www.amazon.com/Malcolm-Lives-Official-Biography-Readers/dp/0374311862 🌍 Learn more about Dr. Kendi’s work: https://www.ibramxkendi.com/ 🎙️ Follow our host: https://www.instagram.com/dredhasan/ 📲 Follow Dr. Kendi: https://www.instagram.com/ibramxk/ 📌 CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 03:43 Internalizing racial stereotypes in youth 09:06 Being targeted by powerful institutions 13:52 Unpacking internalized racism 15:34 Being anti-racist requires constant action 21:00 The evolution of racist ideologies 31:33 Dr. Kendi’s book Malcolm Lives! 39:17 Words of advice #SumudPodcast #IbramXKendi #MalcolmX #AntiRacism #BlackLiberation #PalestineSolidarity #Resistance Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices