Best Jim Crow Laws Podcasts (2024)

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Stamped From the Beginning by Ibram X Kendi 1:13:14

2d ago1:13:14

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A review of "Stamped from the Beginning" by Ibram X. Kendi which provides a history of America's racist ideas. Show notes and sources are available at https://medianoire.com/blog/stamped-from-the-beginning-book-review. VISIT MY WEBSITE https://medianoire.com FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/medianoire Pinterest: https:…

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IFH 758: The Philosophy of Screenwriting in Hollywood with Pen Densham 1:35:50

4d ago1:35:50

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Today on the show we Pen Densham. Pen is a successful award-winning screenwriter, producer, and director, with an extensive track record in film and television. He is responsible for writing and producing some of Hollywood’s biggest blockbusters, such as Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, Backdraft, Blown Awayalong with some of its longest-running tele…

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Things That Make White People Uncomfortable by Michael Bennett 20:55

6d ago20:55

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A review of "Things That Make White People Uncomfortable", a memoir by NFL defensive end Michael Bennett which also discusses various social issues. Show notes and sources are available at https://medianoire.com/blog/things-that-make-white-people-uncomfortable-book-review. VISIT MY WEBSITE https://medianoire.com FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram:…

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Jennifer Chacón Discusses the Failures of U.S. Immigration Policy and How the Law is Developing 28:20

9d ago28:20

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Control of the border and illegal immigration are again in the headlines and the centerpiece of a divisive presidential campaign. Here to help make sense of recent legal successes and failures is immigration law expert Jennifer Chacón, the Bruce Tyson Mitchell Professor of Law at Stanford. The author of the new book, Legal Phantoms: Executive Actio…

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Black Fortunes by Shomari Wills 24:00

9d ago24:00

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A review of “Black Fortunes” by Shomari Wills which tells the story of the first six Black Americans who became millionaires in the years following slavery. Show notes and sources are available at https://medianoire.com/blog/black-fortunes-book-review VISIT MY WEBSITE https://medianoire.com FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram: https://www.instagram…

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BONUS EPISODE: Confessions of a Hollywood Writer & Actor with John Leguizamo 45:22

10d ago45:22

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Fast-talking and feisty-looking John Leguizamo has continued to impress movie audiences with his versatility: he can play sensitive and naïve young men, such as Johnny in Hangin' with the Homeboys; cold-blooded killers like Benny Blanco in Carlito's Way; a heroic Army Green Beret, stopping aerial terrorists in Executive Decision; and drag queen Chi…

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IFH 757: What are the Essential Elements in ALL Successful Stories with Karl Iglesias 1:18:38

11d ago1:18:38

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Today on the show we have returning champion Karl Iglesias. His last episode is one of the most popular shows ever in the history of the podcast. I wanted to bring him back to dig deeper into his thoughts on writing for emotional impact and breakdown the essential elements of every good story.Karl Iglesias has been a writer for over 20 years now wi…

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The Color of Law by Richard Rothstein 30:44

11d ago30:44

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A review of "The Color of Law" by Richard Rothstein which charts the history of how local, state, and federal government policies and programs segregated cities across America. Show notes and sources are available at https://medianoire.com/blog/the-color-of-law-book-review. VISIT MY WEBSITE https://medianoire.com FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram…

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The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander 47:31

13d ago47:31

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A review of "The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness" by Michelle Alexander which tackles the complex issues of mass incarceration. Show notes and sources are available at https://medianoire.com/blog/new-jim-crow-book-review VISIT MY WEBSITE https://medianoire.com FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram: https://www.instagram.…

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The Girl Who Smiled Beads by Clemantine Wamariya 25:28

15d ago25:28

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A review of “The Girl Who Smiled Beads” by Clemantine Wamariya, which charts her and her sister’s experience as refugees during the Rwandan genocide. Show notes and sources are available at https://medianoire.com/blog/the-girl-who-smiled-beads-book-review. VISIT MY WEBSITE https://medianoire.com FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram: https://www.inst…

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BONUS EPISODE: Inside the Blumhouse Filmmaking Machine with Marcus Dunstan 1:03:29

15d ago1:03:29

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Marcus Dunstan’s screenwriting with his partner, Patrick Melton, include such horror films as FEAST 1-3, SAW IV-V-VI& SAW 3D THE FINAL CHAPTER, PIRANHA , GOD OF WAR, FINAL DESTINATION 6, and SCARY STORIES TO TELL IN THE DARK. Marcus Dunstan’s directing credits include THE COLLECTOR, THE COLLECTION, THE NEIGHBOUR, BLUMHOUSE’S PILGRIM and this summer…

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The Underground Railroad Records by William Still 18:01

17d ago18:01

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A review of “The Underground Railroad Records” by William Still, a vitally important book that shares the experiences of people who escaped or attempted to escape slavery via the Underground Railroad. Show notes and sources are available at https://medianoire.com/blog/the-underground-railroad-records-book-review. VISIT MY WEBSITE https://medianoire…

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IFH 756: Confessions of a Hollywood Script Doctor with Peter Douglas Russell 1:32:56

18d ago1:32:56

1:32:56

Today's guest is screenwriter and Hollywood script doctor Peter Douglas Russell. I wanted to go deep into the back alleys of what Hollywood script doctors actually do in the business. Peter's conversation was eye-opening, to say the least.Peter Russell sold two television pilots in 2017. He enjoys working on projects both as a ghostwriter and as a …

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The Sun Does Shine by Anthony Ray Hinton 22:51

19d ago22:51

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A review of "The Sun Does Shine", an autobiography written by Anthony Ray Hinton about his life and experience as a wrongfully convicted man. Show notes and sources are available at https://medianoire.com/blog/the-sun-does-shine-book-review. VISIT MY WEBSITE https://medianoire.com FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/media…

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Women, Race, & Class by Angela Davis 28:53

21d ago28:53

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"Women, Race, & Class" by Angela Davis was published in 1981 and analyzes the individual histories and intersections of sexism, racism, and classism in America. The book primarily focuses on the women's liberation movement and provides an overview of the movement's complete timeline as well as in-depth coverage of specific eras. Show notes and sour…

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BONUS EPISODE: The Director's Six Senses with Simone Bartesaghi 54:59

22d ago54:59

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Simone Bartesaghi is an Italian award-winning filmmaker who has been recognized by the Directors Guild of America (DGA) and AMPTP (Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producer) as an artist with "Extraordinary Ability in Directing”. At the age of 24 Simone received his Master’s Degree in Economics at the University of Pisa, Italy. Three years…

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Former Federal Judge Michael McConnell Discusses Presidential Immunity and Trump Cases with Pam Karlan 31:30

23d ago31:30

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Should presidents be immune from prosecution? If yes, under what circumstances? Stanford Professor Michael McConnell, a former federal judge, joins Pam Karlan for a discussion on presidential immunity, the Constitution, and former president Trump's cases. In this insightful episode, they discuss the implications of the Supreme Court's stance on cri…

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Negroes and the Gun by Nicholas Johnson | Noire Book Review 23:18

24d ago23:18

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A review of "Negroes and the Gun" which provides a history of Black people and firearms which includes but goes beyond self-defense. This allows you to imagine yourself witnessing these events in your mind's eye. What could have been a boring topic springs to life because it's told through these riveting stories and personal accounts. Show notes an…

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IFH 755: How to Write for CSI Vegas, NCSI & Law & Order SVU with Jennifer Dornbush 1:08:19

25d ago1:08:19

1:08:19

Today on the show we have author Jennifer Dornbushwho has written the book Forensic Speak: How to Write Realistic Crime Dramas. We sit down and discuss all things forensics. We even discuss the impact of the OJ Simpson case on the world of forensics. Here's a bit about her amazing book.Crime stories have always intrigued viewers and storytellers. T…

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Why I'm No Longer Talking to White People About Race by Reni Eddo-Lodge | Noire Book Review 21:10

26d ago21:10

21:10

If you are looking for a new literary classic that perfectly summarizes the history of race relations in the UK while also breaking down how racist institutions are preserved by refusing to discuss racism then my review of "Why I’m No Longer Talking to White People About Race" is for you. Show notes and sources are available at https://medianoire.c…

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Caste by Isabel Wilkerson 20:31

28d ago20:31

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A review of Isabel Wilkerson's "Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents", a book about the structure of caste systems and their impact on three societies. Show notes and sources are available at https://medianoire.com/blog/caste-book-review. VISIT MY WEBSITE https://medianoire.com FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mediano…

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There Are No Children Here by Alex Kotlowitz 19:01

29d ago19:01

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A review of the book "There Are No Children Here" by Alex Kotlowitz which tells the story of residents of Chicago’s Henry Horner projects during the 1980s. Show notes and sources are available at https://medianoire.com/blog/there-are-no-children-here-book-review. VISIT MY WEBSITE https://medianoire.com FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram: https://w…

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Up From Slavery by Booker T Washington 26:52

1M ago26:52

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A discussion of Up From Slavery by Booker T Washington, an autobiography covering his experience as a child born into slavery, his struggle to obtain an education, and his time spent helping to establish what would become Tuskegee University. Show notes and sources are available at https://medianoire.com/blog/up-from-slavery-book-review. VISIT MY W…

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IFH 754: Screenwriting Secrets from Hollywood with Corey Mandell 1:32:53

1M ago1:32:53

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Corey Mandell is a screenwriter and screenwriting instructor known for his work in the entertainment industry. He has worked as a screenwriter, script consultant, and writing coach. While he may not be as widely recognized as some Hollywood screenwriters, he has gained a reputation for his expertise in helping aspiring screenwriters develop their s…

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Medical Apartheid by Harriet A. Washington 27:16

1M ago27:16

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A review of "Medical Apartheid: The Dark History of Medical Experimentation on Black Americans from Colonial Times to the Present" by Harriet A. Washington which charts the history of unethical medical experiments that have been conducted on Black people. Show notes and sources are available at https://medianoire.com/blog/medical-apartheid-book-rev…

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Ella Baker and the Black Freedom Movement by Barbara Ransby 22:31

1M ago22:31

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A book review of "Ella Baker and the Black Freedom Movement" which was written by Barbara Ransby and tells the story of Ella Baker’s life. Visit the Noire Histoir YouTube Channel or website for the full review. Show notes and sources are available at https://medianoire.com/blog/ella-baker-and-the-black-freedom-movement-book-review. VISIT MY WEBSITE…

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Forty Million Dollar Slaves by William C. Rhoden 17:17

1M ago17:17

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A review of "Forty Million Dollar Slaves" by William C. Rhoden, a chronicle of Black athletes navigating efforts to limit their participation in sports. Show notes and sources are available at https://medianoire.com/blog/forty-million-dollar-slaves-book-review. VISIT MY WEBSITE https://medianoire.com FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram: https://www…

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Justice for All? Why We Have an Access to Justice Gap in America—And What to Do About It 34:57

1M ago34:57

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Is legal representation in the U.S. only for the rich and corporations? That's a question that we'll explore in this episode of Stanford Legal with guests David and Nora Freeman Engstrom, two leading authorities on access to justice and the legal profession. They'll explain the roots of the challenge, how unauthorized practice of law rules contribu…

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Ida: A Sword Among Lions by Paula Giddings | Noire Book Reviews 21:22

1M ago21:22

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"Ida: A Sword Among Lions" by Paula Giddings is a biography that details the journalistic activism of Ida B. Wells. Covering the incredibly impactful life of Wells is a huge undertaking but Giddings' delivers the goods. Show notes and sources are available at https://medianoire.com/blog/ida-a-sword-among-lions-book-review. VISIT MY WEBSITE https://…

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IFH 753: Screenwriting for Netflix and Television with Neil Landau 1:22:08

1M ago1:22:08

1:22:08

Neil Landau is a screenwriter, author, and professor known for his work in the field of film and television. He has written screenplays for various film and television projects and has also authored several books related to screenwriting and storytelling.Some of his notable works include: "Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead" (1991) - Landau co-wr…

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King Leopold's Ghost by Adam Hochschild 7:44

1M ago7:44

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"King Leopold's Ghost" by Adam Hochschild is the story of how King Leopold II of Belgium used violence and coercion to gain control of the Congo. In this review, I discuss how on a larger scale the book also provides a perspective on how various European powers carved up Africa for their own gain. Show notes and sources are available at https://med…

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Before the Mayflower by Lerone Bennett, Jr. 4:44

1M ago4:44

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“Before the Mayflower” by Lerone Bennett, Jr. is the ultimate book to read if you’re interested in Black History, especially American Black History. Originally published in 1962, the book covers the history of Black America from 1619 to 1962. Show notes and sources are available at https://medianoire.com/blog/before-the-mayflower. VISIT MY WEBSITE …

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At The Hands of Persons Unknown by Phillip Dray 6:27

1M ago6:27

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Phillip Dray details the history of mob violence and lynchings in "At the Hands of Persons Unknown". Dray lays out how lynchings were used as a form of political terrorism aimed at subjugating Black people and enforcing white supremacy. Show notes and sources are available at https://medianoire.com/blog/at-the-hands-of-persons-unknown. VISIT MY WEB…

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Black Against Empire by Joshua Bloom and Waldo E. Martin, Jr 7:16

1M ago7:16

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“Black Against Empire” by Joshua Bloom and Waldo E. Martin, Jr is the definitive history of The Black Panthers. The book not only charts the rise and fall of the Black Panther Party but also provides detailed backgrounds of its most prominent members. Learning about Huey P. Newton’s and Bobby Seale’s early family life set the stage for explaining t…

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IFH 752: How to Make People Laugh & Cry with Your Screenwriting with Eduardo Cisneros 1:02:19

2M ago1:02:19

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Today on the show we have screenwriter, Eduardo Cisneros. He began his screenwriting career in his home country of Mexico. Working on countless television series including Saturday Night Live: Mexico. His career took an upward trajectory when he began working with one of the biggest comedy actor/writer/producer and director in the Latinx world, Eug…

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Ain't I a Woman by bell hooks 10:57

2M ago10:57

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"Ain't I a Woman" by bell hooks explores the impact of racism and sexism on Black women. Not as separate factors but through the lens of intersectionality. The book charts the history of how “sexism operates both independently of and simultaneously with racism to oppress us” (Black women). Show notes and sources are available at https://medianoire.…

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The Assassination of Fred Hampton by Jeffrey Haas 4:02

2M ago4:02

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"The Assassination of Fred Hampton" by Jeffrey Haas is an incredible book about a less celebrated but important Black figure. The details may differ but the story of Fred Hampton is unfortunately not uncommon. Yet, his death stands apart from most others as it was proven to have been the result of a concerted effort by the FBI and Chicago police. S…

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Coming of Age in Mississippi by Anne Moody 6:07

2M ago6:07

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"Coming of Age in Mississippi" by Anne Moody is the story of a young Black woman coming of age in rural Mississippi during the 40's and 50's. Moody's introduction to and involvement in the Civil Rights Movement unfolds in a beautifully written story. It was refreshing to read about the development of an activist juxtaposed against a young woman's j…

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The Legacy of Brown v. BOE: Success or Failure? 31:29

2M ago31:29

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In this episode, Rich and Pam discuss the successes and failures of Brown v. Board of Education with their colleague, Rick Banks. Marking the 70th anniversary of the landmark Supreme Court decision, they look at its impact on Jim Crow segregation and the ongoing challenges in achieving educational equality in the U.S. Banks offers a critical analys…

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Watch Me Fly by Myrlie Evers-Williams 10:00

2M ago10:00

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In this episode of the Noire Histoir podcast, I discuss "Watch Me Fly" by Myrlie Evers-Williams. "Watch Me Fly" is more than the story of the widow of a civil rights hero. It’s also the story of a rather sheltered woman who struggles to find herself in her thirties after her world is ripped apart. Show notes and are available at https://medianoire.…

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IFH 751: How to Turn Your Movie Script into a Money-Maker with Mark Toia 1:40:42

2M ago1:40:42

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So insane and talented Australian filmmaker Mark Toia is back to tell us how he made millions of dollars self-distributing his remarkable debut, Monsters of Man. After getting offered bad and predatory distribution deals, he wondered if there was another way. Enter my book Rise of the Filmtrepreneur: How to Turn Your Film into a Money-Making Busine…

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The Warmth of Other Suns by Isabel Wilkerson 6:25

2M ago6:25

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"The Warmth of Other Suns" by Isabel Wilkerson, weaves together the stories of three people who fled the South during The Great Migration. It's not a happy book but I found it very inspiring. In this episode, I discuss the book's main characters and touch on The Great Migration, the plight of sharecroppers, and the generational wealth gap. Show not…

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The Corner by David Simon and Edward Burns [Book & Series Review] 6:08

2M ago6:08

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"The Corner: A Year in the Life of an Inner-City Neighborhood" by David Simon and Edward Burns is one of the most saddening and inspiring books I’ve ever read. The book follows the lives of residents near the corner of West Fayette and Monroe Streets in West Baltimore over a year in the early 90’s. The authors lay bare how a history of poverty, cri…

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Brainwashed: Challenging the Myth of Black Inferiority by Tom Burrell | Noire Book Reviews 7:38

2M ago7:38

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"Brainwashed: Challenging the Myth of Black Inferiority" written by Tom Burrell, is a book about “the greatest propaganda campaign of all time”: the concept of black inferiority. In this episode, I discuss the book's theories on racial stereotypes and its exploration of the lingering effects of slavery on the Black psyche and community. Show notes …

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12 Years a Slave by Solomon Northup [Book & Movie Review] 6:19

2M ago6:19

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"12 Years a Slave" is a movie/book about the unfortunate life events of Solomon Northup. Solomon was lured away from home under false pretenses, kidnapped, and sold into slavery. He then spent 12 years of his life yearning for his family and suffering under the false identity of "Platt". In this book and movie review, I discuss the themes of desper…

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IFH 750: How To Write a Blockbuster Film Career with Chris Sparling 1:37:28

2M ago1:37:28

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It’s always way fun to have a guest who is also a fan of the show. This week’s guest is definitely a member of the tribe. We chatted up pre-interview about some of his favorite IFH podcast episodes like Ed Burns and Joe Carnahan and I knew front hen on we were on for a treat. My guest today is award-winning writer, director, and producer, Chris Spa…

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Your Money and Your Man by Michelle Singletary 6:44

2M ago6:44

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"Your Money and Your Man" by Michelle Singletary, offers women financial advice for life in general but mostly focuses on dating/courtship, marriage, and raising kids. In this episode, I discuss useful sections of the book along with the points on which I agreed and disagreed with Singletary's views on personal finance. Show notes are available at …

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At the Dark End of the Street by Danielle L. McGuire 4:34

2M ago4:34

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"At the Dark End of the Street" by Danielle L. McGuire tells the story of Black women's fight to obtain civil rights and equal legal protection against rape and sexual harassment. In this episode, I discuss the book's fresh perspective on Rosa Parks and the Civil Rights Movement.⠀ Show notes are available at https://medianoire.com/blog/at-the-dark-…

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Stanford's David Sklansky on Trump's Many Trials 27:42

2M ago27:42

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Criminal law expert and former federal prosecutor David Sklansky joins Pam and Rich to discuss the New York trial and other cases against former president Trump. From state prosecutions to federal cases, they analyze the defense and prosecution strategies and implications of each trial, shedding light on the legal challenges facing Trump, the first…

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Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl by Harriet Jacobs 3:54

2M ago3:54

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"Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl" tells the story of Harriet Jacobs, a fugitive slave who escaped North with hopes of reuniting with her children. One of the primary themes is the impact of limited civil rights on slave women and their ability to protect themselves and their children. Show notes are available at https://medianoire.com/blog/in…

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