JP Lawson

By: JP Lawson
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  • JP Lawson dives deep into the world of books, literature, the creative arts, the sciences and history. Using a multidisciplinary approach, ideas will be put forward with the aim to share knowledge and inspire people.
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Episodes
  • Beyond the Single Story - Truths that Shatter Stereotypes
    Feb 1 2025

    In this episode, JP Lawson pays tribute to Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s seminal TED Talk by breaking down the danger of a single story, using five compelling

    examples across the world. Enjoy!

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    7 mins
  • Unpacking Algorithms - Weapons of Math Destruction
    Jan 26 2025

    In this episode of the podcast, JP Lawson unpacks Cathy O’Neil’s groundbreaking book Weapons of Math Destruction and explore how algorithms shape our everyday lives.

    Learn what algorithms are, how they impact social inequality, and the steps governance systems can take to curb their harmful effects. Listen in for an insightful breakdown of the power and peril of modern algorithms.

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    12 mins
  • Race & Gender in 'The Six Triple Eight'
    Jan 18 2025

    Tyler Perry's The Six Triple Eight explores the true story of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, an all-Black, all-female unit that overcame racism, sexism, and lack of resources to ensure soldiers on the frontlines received critical morale-boosting mail during WWII.

    Through a standout character like Major Charity Adams, played by Kerry Washington, the film highlights themes of resilience, leadership, and the intersection of race and gender.

    This podcast examines these themes and shares five lessons, from valuing women in military operations to the importance of equitable resource allocation, drawing parallels to contemporary struggles for inclusion and equity.

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    10 mins

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