Critical Minded

Arts and culture criticism in the United States has never been more endangered, and this is especially true for critics of color. On the Critical Minded Podcast, you’ll hear directly from critics themselves about the conditions and challenges they face – from the difficulty of making a living in a shrinking publishing landscape, to widespread exclusionary practices that keep critics of color from enjoying the same opportunities and prestige as their white peers. Critics also weigh in on the increased influence of social media, online fandoms, and AI, and how they are changing the way we understand and experience culture. Based on a series of research reports, including national surveys and in-depth interviews, the Critical Minded Podcast presents an unprecedented portrait of our rapidly changing moment from some of our most astute cultural voices. ABOUT CRITICAL MINDED Critical Minded is a grantmaking and learning initiative whose work is focused on resourcing and raising the visibility of critics and writers through direct support to publications and individuals, research, and convening. Launched from a national convening of critics in 2017, Critical Minded emerged from the belief that engaging critically with the ideas and images that surround us is a prerequisite for transforming our cultural landscape and preserving democracy. https://criticalminded.org/reports/