Aug. 20, 2025

Unequal by Design: Ep 5: DNA Testing Exposed: Identity, Algorithms, and Profit

Unequal by Design: Ep 5: DNA Testing Exposed: Identity, Algorithms, and Profit
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Unequal by Design: Ep 5: DNA Testing Exposed: Identity, Algorithms, and Profit

Welcome to episode five of the Morris Perspective podcast with host Connie Morris. In this thought-provoking installment of the Unequal Design Series, we explore the world of DNA testing and the ancestry industry. Discover the reality behind the promises of connecting with your roots and the implications of reducing identity to a barcode in the segment titled "DNA Testing and the Ancestry Hustle." Connie Morris takes a critical look at the racial narratives promoted by DNA testing companies and how they capitalize on historical injustices.

We delve into the Eurocentric biases in genetic databases, the commodification of identity, and the pitfalls of replacing oral history with algorithmic identities. This episode is a call to action: to reclaim our heritage, rebuild oral traditions, and protect personal data from becoming a commodity. Explore how to navigate the world of DNA testing with discernment and gain insights into the true meaning of identity beyond percentages.

Join the conversation as we challenge the system that profits off past traumas, urging listeners to root themselves in truth and embrace w

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