Code-Switching with Dr. Myles Durkee
from Behaviour Speak with Ben Reiman Hosted by Ben Reiman
In this conversation, Dr. Myles Durkee discusses his journey into psychology, focusing on the dynamics of race, culture, and identity. He shares insights from his dissertation on racial microaggressions and the concept of 'acting white,' exploring how these experiences affect young adults. He explores the concept of code switching, its implications in professional settings, and the unique challenges faced by Black professionals, particularly Black women. The discussion also touches on the impact of DEI policies on research, the intersectionality of identities, and the experiences of Black psychologists. Dr. Durkee emphasizes the need for open conversations about code switching, especially for younger generations, and highlights the potential for a future where code switching is a voluntary practice rather than a necessity. Watch on YouTube! https://youtu.be/yR6nHfr16Mo Continuing Education Credits (https://www.cbiconsultants.com/shop) BACB: 1.5 Ethics IBAO: 1.5 Cultural QABA: 1.5 Ethics Follow us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/behaviourspeak/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/benreiman.bsky.social.bsky.social LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/behaviourspeak/ Contact: Myles Durkee https://lsa.umich.edu/psych/people/faculty/mdurkee.html Relevant Research Durkee, M.I., Perkins, T.R. and Smith, R.E., II (2022), Longitudinal Effects of the “Acting White” Accusation and Racial Identity Development Among Black College Students. J Res Adolesc, 32: 191-207. https://doi.org/10.1111/jora.12708 McCluney, C. L., Durkee, M. I., Smith II, R. E., Robotham, K. J., & Lee, S. S. L. (2021). To be, or not to be… Black: The effects of racial codeswitching on perceived professionalism in the workplace. Journal of Experimental Social Psychology, 97, 104199. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jesp.2021.104199 Related Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes: Episode 224 Colorism in Context with Dr. Danielle Jeudy https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-224-colorism-in-context-with-dr-danielle-jeudy/ Episode 170 A smiling Racisn : Reflections on Racism in Canada with Danni Reid, Juliet Musonge, and Michelle Upshaw https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-170-a-smiling-racism-reflections-on-racism-in-canada/ Episode 115 Microaggressions: A Primer with Dr. Brea Banks https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-115-microaggressions-a-primer-with-dr-brea-banks/ Episode 98 Black Liberation Psychology: A Conversation with Dr. Evan Auguste https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-98-black-liberation-psychology-a-conversation-with-dr-evan-auguste/
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- 0:00 Introduction to Dr. Myles Durkee
- 6:48 Understanding ’Acting White’ Accusations
- 10:37 Effects of Racial Accusations on Mental Health
- 12:27 Perpetrators of Racial Accusations
- 14:55 The Concept of ’Acting White’
- 17:25 Internalized Racism and Group Dynamics
- 19:34 Racial Code Switching in Different Contexts
- 20:32 Comparing Predominantly White Institutions and HBCUs
- 27:36 Understanding Code Switching: Definitions and Contexts
- 33:43 The Learning Curve of Code Switching
- 37:24 Automatic Code Switching: The Unconscious Shift
- 40:19 The Effects of Code Switching on Individuals
- 44:09 Creating Inclusive Work Environments
- 46:40 The Need for Diversity in Leadership
- 47:36 Reevaluating Professional Standards
- 50:13 Code Switching Dynamics
- 52:37 Code Switching in Academia
- 58:03 The Intersection of Code Switching and Masking
- 1:01:40 Exploring Intersectionality in Code Switching
- 1:10:56 Navigating Professional Spaces
- 1:15:39 Generational Perspectives on Authenticity
- 1:19:18 Code-Switching as a Survival Skill
- 1:22:53 Teaching Code-Switching to the Next Generation
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