Twisted Words: Ep. 6: When 'Urban' Becomes a Code: The Dangerous Label

In this episode, Connie Morris examines how the word "urban" shifted from a neutral geographic term into coded language tied to fear, race, crime, and stereotypes—shaping public perception without explicitly naming race.

She traces historical forces such as white flight, media, politics, and marketing, explains how implicit bias and dog-whistle language operate, and urges listeners to notice how labels simplify communities and influence conversations.

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