On Being Woke

June 7, 2026 10 am

 

The expression "Woke" originally came out of Black culture almost 100 years ago and came to mean more in this century, eventually taking on a negative connotation in current times among conservatives. Barney Lane will share about the history and shifting meanings of "Woke" and his own experience with "Woke" as part of a positive world view in one's daily life.

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​Barney Lane moved to Colorado in 2024 with his wife Stephanie and joined CUUC the following year. He is retired from careers in broadcasting, real estate, education and selling bicycles. He is an avid road cyclist, creates wood sculptures and writes essays. His children, Jeremy and Rachel, light up his life.