Confronting racism and extremism with 'Breaking Hate' author Christian Picciolini (Episode 364)

Author Christian Picciolini returns to Car Con Carne to talk about his latest book, "Breaking Hate: Confronting the New Culture of Extremism." Discussed in this episode: Why sheltering-at-home creates a risk for the growth of extremism. "Potholes": We have to be able to see the child; not the monster. Christian's early days and indoctrination into extremism: The indoctrination happened at an ironic intersection. The importance of empathy. The harrowing situations Christian has placed himself in, as recounted in "Breaking Hate." The evolution of racism. ICP (not Insane Clown Posse). What would have happened to Christian, had he stayed in an extremist group? "I think we are all broken." How we can identify and combat extremism. Car Con Carne is sponsored by Siren Records McHenry and C&H Financial Services.