Mike Feldstein and Dan Zanes
“Don’t do this stuff alone!”
In this episode our NWGs, Mike Feldstein and Dan Zanes, continue building their friendship from childhood while they create spaces for white people to talk about how racism has impacted their lives, and explore ways to dismantle it.
Mike Feldstein lives in Massachusetts. He retired from teaching this year and is planning to continue offering opportunities for white people to come together and talk so they can become stronger antiracists.
His favorite food is: Cheeseburgers
Dan Zanes lives in Baltimore, Maryland. He’s a singer and he helps lead a project called Constructive White Conversations.
His favorite food is: Haitian Legume
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Mike and Dan reference Dr. Beverly Tatum’s work and book, “Why are the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria?
Here’s a link to an interview with Dr. Tatum that explores some of the issues highlighted in her book.
Dan talks about the program he’s involved in, Constructive White Conversations. Here’s a link if you are interested in learning more or attending a conversation.
Mike talks about what it means to be a co-conspirator. Here is a link to Bettina Love’s Video that he referenced.
Dan and his wife Claudia make great music together. Here’s a link to learn more about their music and performances.