Episode 51: Indiana Jones and The Nexus of Orientalism

With Indiana Jones and The Dial of Destiny coming out soon, we discuss the long and torrid history of the franchise's use of Orientalism and racism against Southwest Asian, North African, and South Asian (SWANASA) peoples, and whether we think the new film will continue that trend. Why is Orientalism and white saviorism so foundational to this popular franchise? How did this affect modern day storytelling in film and tv? We delve into all our honest thoughts on this, give our recommendations, and much more. Read Swara's Feature for The New Arab, 'Can Indiana Jones overcome its Orientalist Past?" Where you can donate to help Earthquake Victims: Heyva Sor (Kurdish Red Moon) Mercy Corps Doctors Without Borders Syrian Emergency Task Force CARE International Syrian American Medical Society Islamic Relief USA Decolonize Palestine Our music is composed by Ashley Hefnawy. You can find more of her music here. We are a proud member of the Hard NOC podcast family. Follow us on Twitter: @TheMiddleGeeks, @MaeAbdu, @spiderswarz Follow us on Instagram @TheMiddleGeeks Subscribe to The Middle Geeks on Hard NOC Media Please support us on Patreon!