Breaking Free from the Ride or Die Mentality with Shanita Hubbard

My strong is my belief that Black women are sick of
riding and dying




We’re thrilled to welcome award-winning author and advocate
Shanita Hubbard to our show for an enlightening discussion.
Shanita shares her unique perspective on the “Ride or Die”
narrative in hip-hop and its profound impact on Black women,
drawing from personal experiences and a deep understanding of
the cultural evolution of these stereotypes.


Our conversation delves into how the image of the
“ride-or-die” woman has evolved into the “strong Black woman”
archetype, and the societal effects of these portrayals.
Shanita also sheds light on the intersectionality of issues
faced by Black women, including intimate-partner violence,
highlighting the compounding challenges this brings.


We explore the vital role of hip-hop in correcting harmful
narratives, and Shanita passionately discusses her vision for
a more empowering narrative for Black women. We also touch on
the importance of allies within the hip-hop community in
amplifying Black women’s voices and challenging damaging
stereotypes.


Key Points:


Impact on Black Women: We discuss how stereotypes affect
the daily lives of Black women.

Intersectionality: Shanita shares insights on various
challenges faced by Black women, including intimate-partner
violence and police violence.

Responsibility of Hip-Hop: We emphasize the need for
hip-hop to reshape harmful narratives.

Internalization of “Ride or Die” Mentality: We explore
how Black women can internalize and perpetuate stereotypes.

Ride or Die in Different Contexts: Our conversation
extends to different contexts where the “ride or die”
mentality manifests.

Path to Change: Shanita outlines her vision for a more
empowering narrative and the role of allies.



Join us, along with Shanita, as we unravel the complexities
of the “ride or die” narrative and its impact on Black women.


About Shanita: Shanita Hubbard is the
author of the award-winning book Ride-Or Die: A
Feminist Manifesto For The Well-Being Of Black
Women. She is a former therapist, Soros Justice
Fellow, and the mother of an amazing Black
girl.
Connect with Shanita on
Instagram and X formerly
Twitter.


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