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Tackling racism in brands’ audio content

By Kathryn Bishop 07 : 12 : 2020 Advertising : Audio : Diversity

Steve Keller, sonic strategy director at Studio Resonate, says our racialised ears are creating whitewashed audio content – and it’s time for brands to listen.

Tackling racism in brands’ audio content

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