Friday, September 24, 2021

Have you heard of John Henryism? It posits that African Americans suffer health effects from striving for success in a racist society and system. Heart attacks. Hypertension. Early death. We recently discussed the details of John Henryism in a fascinating and enlightening podcast with its founder, Professor Sherman James. The good professor returns to discuss how to identify John Henryism and whether it is affecting your life and health. Professor James discusses the questionnaire that he personally developed and how to interpret its results. This is a startling episode that you don’t want to miss!