Indigeneity in Sports and Consumer Culture

Flashcards covering key terms and definitions related to Indigeneity, sports, and consumer culture.

Indigeneity

The state of being indigenous; the cultural patterns, practices, and identities of native peoples.

Cultural Politics of Hair

The social implications and interpretations surrounding the hairstyle choices of Indigenous people, reflecting identity and politics.

Aboriginal Mascots

Sports team mascots that represent Indigenous peoples, often evoking stereotypes and cultural appropriation.

Noble Savage Mythology

The romanticized notion that Indigenous people are primitive yet noble, embodying virtues lost in modern society.

Crass Consumerism

A form of consumerism that focuses on profit and sales, often at the expense of ethical considerations and representation.

Ethnocentric Distortion

A biased perception that centers on one's own ethnic group, often leading to misrepresentation of others.

Imperial Nostalgia

A longing for the past, often idealizing colonial times and the portrayal of Indigenous cultures.

Sports & the 'Exotic Other'

The portrayal of Indigenous peoples in sports as mystical or exotic, reinforcing stereotypes rather than authentic representation.

Nike N7

A line of sports shoes by Nike intended to honor Native Americans and combat public health issues, with mixed reviews on its impact.

Racial Myths

Stereotypical beliefs that depict racial groups as possessing particular traits, often leading to caricatures or discrimination.