Episode 1 - Segregation by Design: Unmasking Architecture's Role in Racial Inequality

Welcome to the first episode of Race, Wealth & Health featuring Adam Susaneck, the visionary founder of the Segregation by Design project. As an acclaimed architect, New York Times author, and staunch advocate for social justice, Susaneck exposes the intentional disenfranchisement of communities of color through architecture and infrastructure projects, perpetuating segregation by design. Join host Dr. Joycelyn Morris as she delves into an eye-opening conversation with Susaneck, unearthing the hidden forces within architectural design, infrastructure and urban planning that have systematically deprived marginalized communities of resources and opportunities. Through captivating stories and compelling evidence, he reveals how discriminatory practices like redlining, zoning, and biased infrastructure placement perpetuate racial disparities. This episode confronts the uncomfortable realities of our built environment. Susaneck's expertise illuminates the profound influence architecture wields over our lives and the urgent need to dismantle oppressive systems so we can create inclusive communities that prioritize equity and justice, fostering social integration, prosperity, and well-being for all. Don't miss this enlightening conversation as Dr. Morris and Adam Susaneck challenge the status quo, unmasking the insidious impacts of architectural decisions on racial inequality. Together, let's rewrite the narrative and forge a future that champions unity and equity. Episode Resources: Follow Adam Susaneck on the following channels: Instagram: @segregation_by_design Twitter: @SegByDesign or www.segregationbydesign.com to learn more about his project. Referenced Literature: The Sum of Us by Heather McGhee; The Color of Law: A forgotten history of how our government segregated America by Richard Rothstein ; New York Times Article: Taller Towers, Fewer Homes; A World More Concrete: Real Estate and the Remaking of Jim Crow South Florida, N. D. B. Connolly