Brothers Talking

Colorism, Texturism, and Proximity to Whiteness

Program Air Date: 12/09/2025

Program Overview

On this episode of Brothers Talking, the panel confronts the deeply rooted realities of colorism, texturism, and proximity to whiteness within the Black male experience. Through honest dialogue, they unpack how these biases shape opportunity, identity, relationships, and survival—revealing how internalized and systemic hierarchies continue to impact Black men’s lives today.