Selective Ignorance: Ep. 50 | Black History Month: Mr. Morale & The Lemon Pepper Steppers
Selective Ignorance with Mandii B
The Black Effect Podcast Network and iHeartPodcasts
4.4 • 3.5K Ratings
🗓️ 10 February 2026
⏱️ 74 minutes
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Summary
In this episode of Selective Ignorance, Mandii B is joined by super producer A-King, journalist Jayson Rodriguez, and Jason “Jah” Lee for a timely deep dive into Black History Month, racist laws in America, cultural stereotypes, and modern racism, opening with a frank discussion about the legacy and ongoing effects of racist legislation and why historical truth still faces resistance today [00:53]. The crew connects these themes to their own personal education journeys and lived experiences with how Black history is taught — or omitted — in schools [02:46], leading into a candid conversation about ignorance, self-education, and the gaps many adults still have in understanding Black historical contributions [06:04]. They then unpack the controversy surrounding Critical Race Theory and curriculum limitations, examining how political pressure shapes what students are allowed to learn [08:55], before spotlighting key historical figures and their lasting social and cultural impact [11:49].
The discussion expands into cultural stereotypes and long-standing misconceptions about Black identity [15:02], followed by a nuanced breakdown of racial slurs, historical context, and how language evolves across generations [17:51]. From there, the hosts return to the structural level, outlining major racist laws and their real historical consequences [21:03], including miscegenation laws and the policing of interracial relationships [23:50]. The conversation then bridges past to present through examples of modern racism and current events [27:07], before shifting toward media analysis and the portrayal of Black culture in pop culture and entertainment [30:02]. Music is highlighted as a powerful tool of protest, preservation, and social commentary within Black history [32:47], with specific attention paid to controversial songs and their cultural ripple effects [36:03]. The episode closes with a direct call to action for listeners to pursue deeper education, cultural literacy, and historical awareness beyond performative celebration [38:52], reinforcing the show’s commitment to informed dialogue around Black history, race, education, and representation.
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| 0:00.0 | This is an I-Heart podcast. |
| 0:02.6 | Guaranteed Human. |
| 0:04.0 | Hey guys, welcome to another episode of Selective Ignorance. |
| 0:06.8 | However, before we get to this week's episode, I want to remind you guys to purchase my book, |
| 0:12.5 | No Host Bard, a dual manifesto of sexual exploration and power. |
| 0:16.1 | So feel free to go to your local bookstores, preferably queer-owned, black-owned, or woman-owned to support |
| 0:22.6 | them, but also just click the button on Amazon, Barnes and Nobles, or wherever you read your books. |
| 0:29.6 | Again, that is Noteholds Bard, a dual manifesto of sexual exploration and power written by |
| 0:35.6 | yours truly, and my co-host of the Decisions |
| 0:38.0 | Decisions Podcast, Weezy. |
| 0:40.1 | Make sure y'all get that. |
| 0:41.4 | Now let's get to this week's episode. |
| 0:43.2 | This is Mandy B. |
| 0:44.2 | Welcome to Selective Ignorance, a production of the Black Impact Podcast Network and I-Rat Radio. |
| 0:48.7 | We didn't land on Plymouth Rock. |
| 0:50.9 | The rock was landed on us. |
| 0:53.4 | Welcome, everybody, especially my classmates, to a very |
| 0:58.8 | special episode of Selective Ignorance. I'm your host, Mandy V. And baby, we are going to educate |
| 1:06.9 | and entertain this week with a little bit of black history for Black History Month. |
| 1:14.3 | Now, we are getting into some, they really tried it history up at the top, talking about wild racist laws, laws that were made specifically with race in mind that you probably won't believe, |
| 1:31.0 | and some that also just got criminalized here in the USA, which again will probably surprise many of you. |
| 1:38.2 | We're also going to have a little bit of fun with talking about ridiculous propaganda. |
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