Pharell's Comments on Politics & DEI are EXTREMELY Tone Deaf

Pharrell Williams is trending after his talk at the 5th Annual Black Ambition Demo Day in Miami — but not for the reasons you’d expect. During his speech, Pharrell said politics are “not real,” calling them a “magic trick” meant to create division. But what really set the internet on fire were his comments about DEI and opportunity in America. ___________________________________________________________________________ SPOLITICS is where we don’t just stick to sports, but examine the world and all of its complexities through the lens of sports. Each week, this podcast will enthusiastically explore the intersection between sports, race, gender, sexuality and culture. In this narrative-style podcast, expect sharp commentary, novel conversations, and compelling guests that will drive nuanced sports conversations that drive culture. SUBSCRIBE ▶︎ https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-s... Listen to the full episode now on iHeart ▶︎ https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-s... Follow the podcast and Jemele on social media: IG ▶︎   / spoliticspod   TT ▶︎   / spolitics   Jemele IG ▶︎   / jemelehill   Jemele TW ▶︎   / jemelehill   Award-winning journalist and culture critic Jemele Hill interviews the most compelling figures in news, pop culture, politics and sports. Expect unbothered and unfiltered conversations.