A review by lillianviolinist
Biased: Uncovering the Hidden Prejudice That Shapes What We See, Think, and Do by Jennifer L. Eberhardt

3.75

I really enjoyed Eberhardt's grounded and data-informed perspective on bias and discrimination so deeply ingrained within ourselves and our society. The anecdotes she includes from her life added immensely to the academic nature of Biased. I listened to the audiobook which is narrated by her and through her words you can just tell the depth of compassion and understanding she has. I especially appreciated her perspective as someone who has worked for many years with police departments. She has a lot to say about the efficacy of bias training and about how dynamics that play out in police interactions reflect larger societal trends. Biased is a nuanced take on an issue that is still at the heart of who we are and want to be as Americans. While it is a few years out of date, I enjoyed applying the information she conveys to situations that have happened more recently in our collective zeitgeist. Very worth the read and a nonfiction book that translated well to narration.