Through a collection of 31 interviews from the UnMute podcast, Myisha Cherry showcases diverse philosophers tackling pressing social and political issues. The book features engaging discussions that are accessible to all, along with illustrations, a glossary, and insights into the philosophers' journeys into the field. By presenting these thought-provoking conversations, it invites readers from various backgrounds to explore and engage with contemporary philosophical discourse.
"Anger has a bad reputation. Many people think that it is counterproductive, distracting, and destructive. It is a negative emotion, many believe, because it can lead so quickly to violence or an overwhelming fury. And coming from people of color, it takes on connotations that are even more sinister, stirring up stereotypes, making white people fear what an angry other might be capable of doing, when angry, and leading them to turn to hatred or violence in turn, to squelch an anger that might upset the racial status quo"--