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Black History Year

Learning your history makes you - and your people - stronger. As Black people, we know we’re often left out of the history books. That media images are skewed. That we need access to experts, information, and ideas so we can uplift our community. The Black History Year feed connects you to the history, thinkers, and activists that are usually excluded from mainstream conversations, through must-hear interviews and 2-Minute Black History stories. You might not agree with everything you hear, but

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3:07

90s Female R&B Singers Inspired A Movement For Sexual...

Black History Year ·

2024/12/13

Black women singing sexually explicit lyrics wasn’t a new trend in the 1990s. But 90s R&B is unmatched in its influence. The powerful voices and lyrics of 90s R&B queens inspired other women to find strength and liberation within themselves._____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at

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2:24

The Two Black Women Hidden In Olympic History

Black History Year ·

2024/12/12

You’ve likely heard about Jesse Owens, Flo-Jo, and other Olympic greats, but these two women were hidden from history. Until now._____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at BlackHistoryYear.com — most people donate $10 a month, but every dollar makes a difference. If this episode

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3:09

The First Juneteenth Was Nothing Like You May Think

Black History Year ·

2024/12/11

The crowd erupted into joy at the words of the white man. They were free, he said. But their joy would be short-lived. A beast like slavery wasn’t about to go out with mere words._____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at BlackHistoryYear.com — most people donate $10 a month,

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107:00

Standing On Business: The Cultural Impact of Black...

Black History Year ·

2024/12/10

In this episode, we will revisit and reframe significant moments from Black pop culture history where Black women artists have utilized their platforms, mediums, and personal experiences to advocate for justice. From Carrie Mae Weems' Kitchen Table series to Ntozake Shange's For Colored Girls, we aim to highlight how Black women artists amplify the voices of the unheard and bring visibility to the realities that the white world often chooses to overlook. We are excited to have our special guest,

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3:26

How Did Hot Sauce End Up In So Many Of Our Bags?

Black History Year ·

2024/12/09

Whether you prefer Crystal or Texas Pete, hot sauce is a table staple for us. But beyond our love of well-seasoned food, the spicy condiment has played a meaningful role in the culture worth sinking your teeth into. _____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at BlackHistoryYear.com —

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2:59

The Secret Black Colony Hidden In New Orleans’ Bayous

Black History Year ·

2024/12/06

Despite constant danger, the people in Maroon colonies in the bayous of New Orleans insisted on living free and proud, defying the injustices that had once sought to crush them._____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at BlackHistoryYear.com — most people donate $10 a month, but every

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3:12

She Brought The Heat With Her Creative Invention

Black History Year ·

2024/12/05

The wind howled as it wove through the narrow streets. Winter was in full force. The Parker family huddled close together near the fireplace for warmth. But as sleep beckoned, the warmth of the flames seemed miles away._____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at

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3:23

How Black Beauticians Helped Fund Marcus Garvey’s Vision

Black History Year ·

2024/12/04

Black beauticians were pivotal in keeping revolutionary organizations and their newspapers out of bankruptcy. Marcus Garvey’s ‘Negro World’ was just one paper that remained solvent thanks to Black beauticians. Here’s how these women kept liberation on the page._____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen

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74:32

From Pockets to Power: How to Use Fashion as...

Black History Year ·

2024/12/03

Host Darren sits down with award-winning scholar and fashion expert Kimberly Jenkins about the subversive power of adornment in enslavement, the Harlem Renaissance, the Civil Rights Movement, and contemporary Black identity. Don’t miss this rich conversation about fashion, sustainability, and the power of Black creativity. To learn more about Kimberly’s Fashion and Race Database, visit fashionandrace.org. Black History Year (BHY) is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media

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2:35

How This Racist Phrase Became A Nursery Rhyme

Black History Year ·

2024/12/02

It’s an everyday phrase you’ve probably heard used to describe warm feelings or used as harmless “baby talk.” But its real meaning has hideous racist origins. _____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at BlackHistoryYear.com — most people donate $10 a month, but every dollar makes

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3:11

‘Buck Naked’ Doesn’t Mean What We Think It Does

Black History Year ·

2024/11/29

There are so many creative ways to talk about being nude. Buck naked is one that you may use often. Except the phrase “buck naked” has a history that makes us want to cover up completely._____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at BlackHistoryYear.com — most people donate $10 a

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2:57

The Hidden Black History Behind Playing The Dozens

Black History Year ·

2024/11/28

The “dozens” goes by many names: trash talking, flaming, jonesing, slipping, bagging, roasting, capping, or snapping, and many others. Each generation plays it in its own way, but the basics stay the same. Here’s how it started._____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at

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60:12

The Revolutionary Life and Death Of Tupac Shakur

Black History Year ·

2024/11/27

Host Darren sits down with award-winning music journalist Marcus Moore to discuss Tupac Shakur’s profound impact as a Black revolutionary, cultural icon, and artist who defied boundaries. Don't miss this conversation about the complexity of his humanity, the mythology surrounding his legacy, and how his life—and untimely death—challenged notions of liberation and masculinity. To learn more about our guest, visit www.marcusjmoore.media -- Black History Year (BHY) is produced by PushBlack, the

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3:15

How The Electric Slide Came To Be A Cookout Classic

Black History Year ·

2024/11/27

There isn’t a single Black event — cookout, party, wedding, you name it — that doesn’t involve the Electric Slide. And honestly, if you’re rolling up to a Black event and this song isn’t on the playlist, then what’s really going on?_____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at

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3:18

How Swimming Was Used to Justify Enslavement

Black History Year ·

2024/11/25

Our African ancestors were such tremendous swimmers that Europeans believed Africans were sea creatures. They used Africans’ ability to swim to dehumanize them. _____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at BlackHistoryYear.com — most people donate $10 a month, but every dollar makes

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3:21

How This Notorious Gang Is Tied To Black Liberation

Black History Year ·

2024/11/22

Mainstream society demonizes Black gangs like the Crips, claiming they’re violent criminals. But history shows them in a completely different light, and it’s time to shed some on the true story behind the infamous organization. _____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at

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3:20

The Black Woman Designer Behind Ford’s Most Famous Car

Black History Year ·

2024/11/21

What’s the first thing you think of when you see a Ford Mustang? It’s one of the world's most well-known and loved muscle cars, and still a dream ride for many car enthusiasts. But what you may not know is it has a special connection to Black history._____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your

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3:07

Why The FBI Surveilled Samuel L. Jackson

Black History Year ·

2024/11/20

Long before he became the highest-grossing actor of all time, Samuel L. Jackson was affiliated with the Black Panther Party. His brave act of resistance at Morehouse College, even taking MLK Sr. hostage, unexpectedly set him on the path to fame._____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your

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114:40

Black Comedy: The Good, The Bad and The Power of...

Black History Year ·

2024/11/19

Host Darren and today’s Black History Year guest, Angelica Jade Bastién—the seriously funny writer and cultural critic behind “Madwomen & Muses”—tackle hot topics like “coonin'” as entertainment, if Kenya Barris is helping or hurting the culture, and the challenges of creating Black comedy in spaces that weren’t built for it. Get ready to laugh through this deep dive into the history of Black comedy and its power to effect social change! For more from Angelica, check out her popular Substack

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3:21

The Word ‘Mammy’ Doesn’t Mean What We Think It Does

Black History Year ·

2024/11/18

Social media is in a frenzy over the mammy stereotype. Where did the term “mammy” come from, and why is it always associated with Black women? The truth is, a true mammy isn’t what most think it is. _____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at BlackHistoryYear.com — most people

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