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Sidebar by Courthouse News tackles the stories you need to know from the legal world. Join reporters Hillel Aaron, Kirk McDaniel, Amanda Pampuro and Kelsey Reichmann as they take you in and out of courtrooms in the U.S. and beyond and break down all the developments that had them talking.
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SiriusXM and the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum will present an exclusive new podcast series, Black Diamonds. Hosted by museum president and historian Bob Kendrick, the podcast will showcase the history of the Negro Leagues, highlighting the players, people and events that shaped them, as well as spotlighting the leagues’ achievements and innovations during a time of segregation and inequality. Listeners will hear the stories of baseball legends like Jackie Robinson, Oscar Charleston, Josh Gi ...
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"Closer Look with Rose Scott" brings you the issues that impact where we live, how we interact, and how we can all thrive. It’s not just about Atlanta; it’s a program for Atlanta. Rose connects with community leaders, CEOs, policymakers, and people who don't often get a platform, and she brings you in on the conversation.
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The Activist Files Podcast

Center for Constitutional Rights

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The Activist Files is a podcast by the Center for Constitutional Rights where we feature the stories of people on the front lines fighting for social justice, including activists, lawyers, and storytellers.
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The Rabbis Go South

Amy Geller, Gerald Peary

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Imagine 16 American rabbis jailed for their beliefs. The Rabbis Go South is a thrilling seven-episode podcast that tells the little-known story of Jewish-Black solidarity during the Civil Rights Movement in St. Augustine, Florida. This inspiring tale is a powerful reminder of hope in a divided world. A Hub & Spoke Expo presentation.
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South Bend's Own Words

IU South Bend Civil Rights Heritage Center

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People's stories recorded from the Oral History Collection of the Civil Rights Heritage Center at the Indiana University South Bend Archives. Telling the history of the civil rights movement and the experiences of Black, Latinx, LGBTQ, and other marginalized peoples in South Bend, Indiana. For more, visit crhc.iusb.edu.
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The Race and Rights podcast explores the myriad issues that adversely impact the civil and human rights of America’s diverse Muslim, Arab, and South Asian communities here as well as abroad. Host Sahar Aziz engages with academics and experts that provide critical analysis of law, policy, and politics that center the experiences of under-represented communities in the United States and the Global South. You can learn more about the Rutgers Center for Security, Race and Rights (CSRR) by visiti ...
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Learning your history makes you - and your people - stronger. As Black people, we know we’re left out of the history books. That the media images are skewed. That we need access to experts, information and ideas so we can advance our people. Black History Year connects you to the history, thinkers, and activists that are left out of the mainstream conversations. You may not agree with everything you hear, but we’re always working toward one goal: uniting for the best interest of Black people ...
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Celebrating Justice

Trial Lawyer's Journal

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Welcome to "Celebrating Justice," the podcast that shines a spotlight on top trial lawyers, their cases, and their relentless pursuit of justice. Each episode goes beyond the courtroom drama to gain insights into the personal journeys of each guest. From early inspirations and pivotal moments that steered them toward becoming trial lawyers, to the hurdles they've overcome in pursuit of justice, the podcast offers a unique glimpse into the dedication and perseverance required in the legal pro ...
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Monday Morning QB

Sue Goodwin & Chris Bangert-Drowns

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On Monday Morning QB, Askia is joined by his news team to push trending stories to a new level. His colleagues, the finest coe-producer’s and reporter’s, Sue Goodwin and Chris B.D. They take on large topics affecting real people today in the legal process by investigative journalism. Covering their fight for justice and equal human rights. Monday Morning QB consults prominent journalists and professionals to deliver top tier progressive new to WPFW. Monday Morning QB, Monday’s at 11am on 89. ...
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Discover Iowa’s role in the advancement of civil rights. Learn how landmark Iowa court cases, the Iowa Underground Railroad, Iowa towns like Buxton, and Iowa civil rights pioneers like Alexander G. Clark, Ralph Montgomery, Edna Griffin, and more guided the future of the state and the nation. We will look at how the nation’s path forward might be discovered by gleaning the wisdom of Iowa's history. For any questions or suggestions, please email Erick at iacivilrightshistorypodcast@gmail.com
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Secular Left

Douglas Berger

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There is a well organized and well funded effort to gut the Bill of Rights in this country and in the age of Trump, secular people seem to taking it on the chin more often. Secular Left is meant to be the light in the fog of Christian Nationalism supporting the idea that toxic religious belief is the root of most social justice issues today.
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FAIR News Weekly

Foundation Against Intolerance & Racism

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FAIR News Weekly covers the last week of news in the pro-human movement. It serves as the audio companion to the Foundation Against Intolerance & Racism's weekly newsletters. The Foundation Against Intolerance and Racism (FAIR) is a nonpartisan organization dedicated to advancing civil rights and liberties for all Americans, and promoting a common culture based on fairness, understanding and humanity. Join the pro-human movement at FairForAll.org
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Join us as we step into the role of storytellers, not merely the subjects. We bring you the unfiltered, authentic stories and experiences of South Sudanese people across the diaspora. From tales of resilience and triumph to navigating the complexities of identity and culture, our podcast explores the vibrant tapestry of voices that often go unheard. Through interviews, personal narratives, and in-depth discussions, we shed light on the rich heritage, challenges, and aspirations of our divers ...
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Go back to school with the country's top professors lecturing on a variety of topics in American history. New episodes posted every Saturday evening. From C-SPAN, the network that brings you "After Words" and "C-SPAN's The Weekly" podcasts.
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History Detective is a podcast for teachers, students and lovers of history. It delves into stories from the past that don’t always get told in the textbooks. Every episode will include an original song that compliments the topic. This is a classroom friendly resource that aligns with history curriculums. Visit Amped Up Learning for accompanying teaching resources for every episode.
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“Buried Truths” acknowledges and unearths still-relevant stories of injustice, racism, and resistance in the American South. We can’t change our history, but we can let it guide us to understanding. The podcast is hosted by journalist, professor, and Pulitzer-prize-winning author Hank Klibanoff.
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Listen to “The African History Network Show” with Michael Imhotep founder of The African History Network on 910 AM The Superstation WFDF in Detroit, Sundays, 9pm-11pm EST. We focus on Educating, Empowering and Inspiring people of African Descent throughout the Diaspora and around the World because Right Knowledge corrects wrong behavior. Listen LIVE on 910 AM WFDF in Detroit or around the world online at www.910AMSuperstation.com or by downloading the iHeart Radio App to your smartphone or a ...
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The United States Civil Rights Trail

The U.S. Civil Rights Trail, The United States Civil Rights Trail

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The U.S. Civil Rights Trail podcast is a narrative podcast series where historians and experts explore some of the most significant events of the Civil Rights movement. It features the real stories of real people who were there and who made a difference. And it explains why what took place then is still so relevant to all of us today.
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Ohio State University history professor Hasan Kwame Jeffries discussed historical narratives of the Civil Rights Movement and modern understandings of victories, defeats and what the movement was trying to achieve. Professor Jeffries is the brother of House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.…
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FAIR News Weekly | 9/5/24: Defending Canadian Civil Rights Read these stories and more in last week's FAIR News and FAIR Weekly Roundup. Sign up to receive newsletters by email at ⁠FairForAll.org/Join-Us⁠. FAIR News 8/30: https://news.fairforall.org/p/fair-news-defending-canadian-civil FAIR Weekly Roundup 9/1: https://news.fairforall.org/p/weekly-r…
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Nobody could stop them in their tracks like Rutha Mae Harris. She stood on the frontlines with nothing separating her from them but the gun barrel she stared down. Then, Harris opened her mouth and began to sing. _____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to a…
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A ProPublica investigative report about two Black mothers is intensifying the debate over reproductive rights this election season. It focuses on two Georgia women whose deaths could have been prevented, according to maternal health experts. That’s if they had received a procedure that is now restricted under Georgia’s abortion laws. Earlier this w…
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Culinary historian Micheal Twitty says: “Our food was never just food. It was medicine and a gateway to good fortune, and a mystical lubricant between the living and the dead.” Our cuisine has always been worthy of praise. _____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack e…
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Edwin Moses is recognized as one of the greatest athletes in the world. The Olympic champion used science and math calculations to dominate track and field. He went undefeated in the 400-meter hurdles for 122 consecutive races, for nine years, nine months, and nine days, between 1977 to 1987. But his life’s legacy reaches beyond sports and is now b…
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In today’s episode I am going to be chatting to the author of a new Historical Fiction murder mystery The Death of Dora Black, Lainie Anderson. Lainie has made Kate Cox the star of her new Historical fiction murder mystery novel, the Death of Dora Black. Kate Cox, was the first policewoman in the British empire employed on the same salary as men an…
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For decades, he watched this country evolve and shift - and in many ways treat Black people the same. But how he went hard for our people even at 91 years old will inspire you to never stop fighting for our rights. _____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to…
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In this episode of "Celebrating Justice," trial lawyer Gabriel Christian of the Law Offices of Gabriel J. Christian and Associates, LLC shares his unexpected journey to becoming a trial lawyer, underscored by a rich family history of military service and community involvement. Gabriel's legal journey began with his education at the University of DC…
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As the second-largest voting bloc in the U.S., Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump both need to appeal to Latino voters to win the November election. According to data gathered by the Pew Research Center, it's estimated 36.2 million Hispanics are eligible to vote in the 2024 presidential election. While data suggests Lati…
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The sweet vs. savory grits debate is a longstanding discussion in our community. But is there a right way to enjoy comfort food? _____________ 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 h…
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Approximately 40 percent of Negro Leaguers were college educated – more than the players in the Major Leagues during that time. Bob Kendrick discusses the impact of black college baseball and how HBCU programs helped disprove the perception of that time that Negro League players didn’t have the intelligence required to play in the Major Leagues. Ho…
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Gov. Brian Kemp has pledged to make Georgia the e-mobility capital of the world. In recent years, Kemp provided billions of dollars in incentives to lure automakers Hyundai, Kia and the startup Rivian to the state. However, a new report from Politico shows some Georgians are excited about the well-paying EV jobs, but they’re suspicious of electric …
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In this episode, the men and women discuss colorism and the different ways it affects men vs women. Does gender make a difference? 🤔 Let's discuss! Panel's IG Handles: Garang - @Garang.Majok Deng - DengDeeng Sahra - @SoSahra Christine - @ChristinaLado Vaida - @VaidaJoe Tariq - @Arnabi20 Willy - @WillyFast_ Amanual - @Amanual_Comedy Please feel free…
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FAIR News Weekly | 9/17/24 Read these stories and more in last week's FAIR News and FAIR Weekly Roundup. Sign up to receive newsletters by email at ⁠FairForAll.org/Join-Us⁠. FAIR News 9/13/24: https://news.fairforall.org/p/fair-news-championing-viewpoint-diversity FAIR Weekly Roundup 9/15/24: https://news.fairforall.org/p/weekly-roundup-d0c The Fou…
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The lasting impacts of toxic waste, pollution, climate change, and other harms continue to cause long-term health outcomes and take countless Black lives. In April 2021, with the guidance of environmental sociologist Dr. Dorceta Taylor, Jay digs into the connection between racism, economic inequality, the environment, and the actions we can take to…
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Book bans are happening in Georgia and across the nation. According to PEN America, more than 10,000 book bans have been counted in public schools since 2021. Amanda Jones is an educator, an award-winning librarian, and an anti-censorship advocate. She talks with Rose about her new book, "That Librarian: The Fight Against Book Banning in America." …
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Our people were fighting for freedom – and this brilliant inventor had an epiphany. To succeed against white terrorism, we would need to be committed to one thing: problem-solving. And he gave us a perfect example. _____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to…
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People know St. Augustine, Florida as a popular tourist destination with fine beaches and Spanish colonial architecture. But 60 years ago, St. Augustine was as segregated as anywhere in the deep South. In our opening episode, local African-Americans challenge the status quo by demanding access to beaches, motels, and restaurants. Ultimately, they c…
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Trump Fuels RACIST Attacks on Haitian Families With Dangerous, Vicious LIES! Singer, John Legend Responds - Historian & National Political Commentator, Michael Imhotep on 'Roland Martin Unfiltered' 9-13-24 (WATCH VIDEO) 'Fear and frustration in Ohio city as political debate seizes on growing Haitian population' - CNN https://www.cnn.com/2024/09/12/…
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Her fingers plucked the guitar strings with an intensity no one had heard before. She created a bold, new genre. Yet when people think of rock, they forget all about Sister Rosetta Tharpe or countless Black women who still rock hard today. _____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media com…
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In this episode of "Celebrating Justice," trial lawyer Craig Murphy of Murphy & Murphy Law Offices shares his inspiring journey to becoming a successful trial lawyer despite having no initial connections to the legal world. He recounts how his determination and strong underdog mentality set him on a path to law. Initially practicing family law and …
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The 20-year-old mother woke up in a daze, neck sore. Shocked, she saw her husband beside her, dying. Shockingly, she would not only get sent to prison for her husband’s murder, but end up battling her entire country. _____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists …
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Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump took center stage in their first presidential debate Tuesday night in Philadelphia. Reproductive rights, immigration, the Israel-Hamas war, and the economy were among some of the top issues discussed during the debate. Both sides are claiming victory, but “Closer Look,” show host Rose S…
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Sam Cooke's smooth voice and good looks created the pop music we know today. However, 60 years after his lifeless body was found stripped naked in a seedy motel, questions still linger surrounding his death. _____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplif…
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The East-West All-Star Game was a showcase of baseball talent that drew fans from all over. A game so grand, it consistently drew more fans than the MLB All-Star Game. Bob Kendrick reflects on the origin of the East-West game, its impact on the community and talks about the legacy of the game with Tony Gwynn Jr. and Josh Barfield, two former player…
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Roger Tutterow, a professor of economics at Kennesaw State University, joins “Closer Look,” to discuss the latest economic forecast and its impact on the 2024 presidential election. Laura Judge, a volunteer with Moms Demand Action and Monisha Henley, the senior vice president of government affairs at Everytown for Gun Safety, discuss gun violence p…
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FAIR News Weekly | 9/10/24: A Second Chance for Universities Plus, Diversity Won't Make Your Company More (Or Less) Productive; Living by virtuous lies: On the "racism" of the SAT; ‘When men become less critical to a society’s security, masculinity takes a hit; Daryl Davis on Befriending the Klan | The Good Fight with Yascha Mounk; Why We Need to T…
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In this episode, the panel reacts to Cam Newton's trending video with Dr.Cheyenne Bryant. They discuss relationship dynamics and debate what constitutes a broken homes. We touch on high value vs high functioning and what exactly do those terms mean. We also briefly touch on Nick Cannon's interview with Dr. Bryant as well which touches on similar to…
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Zombie voters. Sham elections. Voter fraud. In the months leading up to the 2024 presidential election, election lawsuits are flooding courts across the U.S., with the timing of some geared more toward grabbing headlines than achieving legal resolutions. Allegations aren’t considered true until a judge’s final order, but that doesn’t stop people fr…
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White supremacy is a horror you'll find at every turn. It’s the very foundation of governmental policies and the policing systems that target and disadvantage us. But don’t take my word for it. Jay shared a revealing conversation with psychologist Kevin Cokley in Dec 2020 about the pernicious psychological harm of white supremacy. This is the Best …
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Drawing on a global and comparative ethnography, Professor Heba Gowayed explores how Syrian men and women seeking refuge in a moment of unprecedented global displacement are received by countries of resettlement and asylum—the U.S., Canada, and Germany. It shows that human capital, typically examined as the skills immigrants bring with them that sh…
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Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson made history in June 2022, when she was sworn in as the first Black woman to serve on the nation’s high court. Now, the 116th Supreme Court justice is telling her story in a new memoir, “Lovely One.” Justice Jackson’s book tour recently stopped in Atlanta at the Atlanta Symphony Hall. That’s where “Closer Look,” show h…
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The police tell us they are here to protect us. But what if their original purpose was something else altogether? Peabody Award-winning host Chenjerai Kumanyika takes listeners on a journey to uncover the hidden history of the largest police force in the world – from its roots in slavery, to rival police gangs battling across the city, to everyday …
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It's become a cool language trend where everyone wants to drop "savage" or "lit" to sound hip. While it may seem harmless, it perpetuates cultural appropriation and erases the history behind AAVE. _____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stori…
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We investigate the political tactics of the Republican Party as we approach the election season, highlighting their reliance on divisive rhetoric around immigration rather than substantive policy proposals. With a convicted felon leading the party, it's become apparent that their strategy is to invoke fear rather than offer solutions. We examine ho…
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Former U.S. Capitol Police officer Harry Dunn is being honored by the Fulton County Democratic Party with the Saving Democracy Award. While in Atlanta, he talks with show host Rose Scott about his experience responding to the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol on January 6, the upcoming election, and the current state of democracy. Plus, for “Closer …
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Thousands of Black bodies had been tossed in mass graves after fighting for freedom — it was only right that they honored the fallen. Ten thousand people sang hymns and laid flowers. How did the Black history of this holiday get erased? _____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media compan…
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Four people are dead—two teachers and two students—and nine others were transported to local hospitals following a mass shooting at Apalachee High School in Barrow County, Georgia on Wednesday. Authorities say the 14-year-old suspect, who is in custody, will be charged with murder as an adult. Rose talks with WABE criminal justice reporter Chamian …
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It’s been decades since they disbanded, but we all know the visual identity of the Black Panthers. Think: the logo, the bold, bright colors, the illustrations of revolutionaries and cops. If that rings a bell, you need to know this artist. _____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media com…
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In this episode of "Celebrating Justice," trial attorney Aparna Pujar of Napoli Shkolnik shares her inspiring journey from studying law in India to becoming a trial lawyer in the United States. Motivated by her love for performing and inspired by legal dramas and Bollywood films, Aparna had a dream of being a trial lawyer. Starting her career in co…
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Michelle Nunn, the president and CEO of CARE USA, returns to “Closer Look” to discuss how CARE teams and its partners are responding to the crises happening in Sudan, Gaza, Haiti, and Ukraine. Nunn also highlights how climate change is impacting their efforts and why it’s important to empower women and local groups in the humanitarian response. Plu…
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Close your eyes. Imagine a young person you know and care about. Picture them at age 90. And then think about the kind of world you want to leave them. Is it ridden by conflict and chaos? Or is it peaceful and habitable? Such thought experiments can lead us to change behaviour and priorities. But they also have wider application to government and p…
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Gordon Parks knew a picture was worth more than 1,000 words: photographs could be weapons to fight white supremacy. Some saw his career, as a self-taught turned famous photographer, as a way out of the segregated South. But he knew it a way in. _____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black medi…
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Bob Kendrick discusses the epic feats of baseball’s greatest power hitter, Josh Gibson. Hall of Famers Ted Williams, Satchel Paige and Roy Campanella all testified to his incredible ability. His peers recalled Gibson’s home runs as if they were measured in miles, not feet. A larger than life figure, Gibson was often compared to Babe Ruth, with some…
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