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Dark Concrete: Black Power Urbanism and the American Metropolis (Cornell UP, 2025) by Dr. Kimberley Johnson is about how the Black Power movement reshaped urban politics in the United States—from expectations to practices. Although the national and i... more
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Anytime I’m looking to learn more about a new author that I️ come across, chances are, they’ve already been interviewed by you all!
So many excellent authors discuss their books on this podcast that I wouldn’t have found out about otherwise. Thank you for this great channel of information!
First, honor and excitement for this podcast — Listened to the “Silencing the Past” Trouillot episode which brought together some stellar scholars to a round table to discuss the impact of the text in our recent years, in and following 2020. Interspersed between scholars’ remarks about the text or social events, McNeil might chime in, “that’s really interesting” or “wow, that’s incredible” or but added so very little in the way of building, or drawing connections between ideas, I found myself sk... more
Are there African Americans who write books on African American history? Really!?!? Do better or end this.
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This podcast features in-depth discussions with scholars and experts focusing on various aspects of African American studies. Each episode typically revolves around a recently published book, exploring themes such as public relations, feminist activism, race and health disparities, and historical narratives of protest. The format encourages a critical examination of contemporary issues within the context of African American history and culture, making it a significant platform for educational engagement. The podcast's unique approach lies in its ability to connect historical scholarship with current societal challenges, emphasizing thoughtful discourse on the representation, activism, and contributions of Black individuals and communities.
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