One Mic Black History Podcast

One Mic Black History

Michael Motley jr
Join us as we dive deep into the lesser-known aspects of Black History. This podcast is your compass to navigate the intricacies of African American History and its relationship American History. So, if you're passionate about gaining a broader perspective on African American History, don't miss an episode.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/one-mic-black-history--4557850/support.
The Plot to Murder Fred Hampton
Late on an evening in December 1969, Fred Hampton, a charismatic young leader, finishes a class on politics and law before sharing a quiet meal with his pregnant fiancée, Deborah Johnson. But beneath the calm surface, unseen forces are stirring. In the early hours of December 4th, an unexpected and violent raid unfolds. Within moments, a flurry of gunfire erupts, leaving Hampton and fellow Panther Mark Clark dead and the survivors facing arrest. As the dust settles, shocking revelations emerge from disturbing autopsy findings to manipulated crime scene photos, intensifying the mystery surrounding Hampton’s death.Audio Onemichistory.comFollow me on Instagram: @onemic_historyFollow me on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@onemic_historyFollow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OnemichistoryPlease support our Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/user?u=25697914Buy me a Coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Countryboi2mSources Black Against Empire by Joshua Bloom and Waldo Martin https://www.britannica.com/biography/Fred-Hamptonhttps://www.history.com/news/black-panther-fred-hampton-killing https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fred_Hamptonhttps://www.blackpast.org/african-american-history/black-panther-party/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/one-mic-black-history--4557850/support.
Mar 17
11 min
How They STOLE Your Last Name and Hid It From You
The story of Black surnames is shaped by the brutalities of slavery, where the enslaved had their original surnames removed and were given the names of their enslavers. these names have become a testament to resilience and the enduring quest for Black identity amidst a backdrop of systemic racism and slaveryJoin us as we unravel the history and significance of Black SurnamesAudio Onemichistory.comFollow me on Instagram: @onemic_historyFollow me on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@onemic_historyFollow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OnemichistoryPlease support our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=25697914Buy me a Coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Countryboi2mSources:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slave_namehttps://www.nbcnews.com/news/nbcblk/many-african-american-last-names-hold-weight-black-history-rcna17267To Make Our World Anew: A History of African AmericansBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/one-mic-black-history--4557850/support.
Mar 3
12 min
Why Black Folks LOVE Soul Food
This video showcases the history behind soul food, from fried chicken to chitterlings.Join us as we explore the rich heritage and timeless love the Black community has for soul food.Audio Onemichistory.comFollow me on Instagram: @onemic_historyFollow me on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@onemic_historyFollow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OnemichistoryPlease support our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=25697914Buy me a Coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Countryboi2mSources:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Donenesshttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Soul_foodhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_soul_foods_and_dishesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/one-mic-black-history--4557850/support.
Feb 23
11 min
The Black Man That Secretly Stole a Confederate Warship
Uncover the astonishing story of Robert Smalls, a man born into slavery who made a bold escape during the Civil War by commandeering a Confederate ship. How did he pull off this daring feat right under the noses of his enslavers?Join us for the captivating life of Robert SmallsAudio Onemichistory.comFollow me on Instagram: @onemic_historyFollow me on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@onemic_historyFollow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OnemichistoryPlease support our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=25697914Buy me a Coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Countryboi2mSources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Smallshttps://www.battlefields.org/learn/biographies/robert-smallshttps://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/thrilling-tale-how-robert-smalls-seized-confederate-ship-and-sailed-it-freedom-180963728/Be Free or Die: The Amazing Story of Robert Smalls' Escape from Slavery to Union Hero" by Cate LineberryBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/one-mic-black-history--4557850/support.
Feb 16
10 min
The Black Woman That Secretly Recorded 35 Years of News Television
Discover the life of Marion Stokes, a woman who dedicated her life to capturing over 750,000 hours of news footage from 1977 to 2012.The Marion Stokes Project https://archive.org/details/marionstokesvideoAudio Onemichistory.comFollow me on Instagram: @onemic_historyFollow me on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@onemic_historyFollow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OnemichistoryPlease support our Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/user?u=25697914Buy me a Coffeehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/Countryboi2mSources:https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Marion_Stokes&oldid=1269887675 https://allthatsinteresting.com/marion-stokes https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/marion-stokes-recorder-documentaryhttps://lareviewofbooks.org/article/marion-stokes-and-the-power-of-guerrilla-archiving/ https://www.blackpast.org/african-american-history/people-african-american-history/marion-marguerite-butler-stokes-1929-2012/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/one-mic-black-history--4557850/support.
Feb 9
8 min
What They Don't TEACH You About The 6888th Postal Battalion
The 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, affectionately known as the "Six Triple Eight," emerged as an extraordinary all-female, all-African American unit in the U.S. Army during the throes of World War II. Formed in 1944 under the Women's Army Corps, it was the only unit of its kind deployed overseas.Their mission was to address a massive backlog of undelivered mail meant for U.S. service members in Europe.Audio Onemichistory.comFollow me on Instagram: @onemic_historyFollow me on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@onemic_historyFollow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Onemichistory Please support our Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/user?u=25697914 Buy me a Coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Countryboi2mSources:https://eji.org/reports/targeting-black-veterans/ https://www.nationalww2museum.org/war/articles/black-panthers-761st-tank-battalion https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/761st_Tank_Battalion_(United_States) https://www.blackpast.org/african-american-history/761st-tank-battalion-1942-45/ https://www.army.mil/article/1792/the_761st_tank_battalion_fighting_the_enemy_beating_stereotypesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/one-mic-black-history--4557850/support.
Jan 12
9 min
What They Didn’t Teach You About Sesame Street
Sesame Street is groundbreaking show was brought to life by a team of educators, researchers, and creative geniuses at the Sesame Workshop. Designed with a cutting-edge curriculum, Sesame Street aimed to achieve measurable educational outcomes, especially for disadvantaged Black communities.Audio Onemichistory.comFollow me on Instagram: @onemic_historyFollow me on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@onemic_historyFollow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OnemichistoryPlease support our Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/user?u=25697914Buy me a Coffeehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/Countryboi2mBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/one-mic-black-history--4557850/support.
Jan 5
10 min
What They Didn’t Teach You About New Year's Day Foods
Explore the rich history and cultural significance of Black food traditions on New Year's Day. Discover how dishes like black-eyed peas and greens, rooted in West African heritage, symbolize good luck and prosperity.Learn about the role of enslaved chefs in shaping American cuisine and uncover the hidden meanings behind your New Year's meal.Audio Onemichistory.comFollow me on Instagram: @onemic_history Follow me onThreads: https://www.threads.net/@onemic_historyFollow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OnemichistoryPlease support our Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/user?u=25697914Buy me a Coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Countryboi2mBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/one-mic-black-history--4557850/support.
Dec 22, 2024
10 min
The UNTOLD Journey of the Black Santa
The story of Black Santa Claus begins from a need to reconstruct the Black identity and challenge racial narratives. Emerging from the shadows of racial caricature and cultural exclusion, Black Santa has become an unexpected player on the stage of civil rights and cultural politics.Join us as we delve into the fascinating journey of Black SantaAudio Onemichistory.comFollow me on Instagram: @onemic_historyFollow me on Treads: https://www.threads.net/@onemic_historyFollow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OnemichistoryPlease support our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=25697914Buy me a Coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Countryboi2mSources:https://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-38231159 https://tulanehullabaloo.com/45088/intersections/origins-of-black-santa-claus/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/one-mic-black-history--4557850/support.
Dec 9, 2024
14 min
The DARK History of the Treadmill
Did you know that early Treadmills were used to walk enslaved people in to submissionJoin us while we talk about the History of the Treadmill. Audio Onemichistory.comFollow me on Instagram: @onemic_historyFollow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/onemichistoryFollow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OnemichistoryPlease support our Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/user?u=25697914 Buy me a Coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Countryboi2mSources:https://www.britannica.com/topic/treadwheelhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Treadwheelhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Penal_treadmill https://daily.jstor.org/treadmills-were-meant-to-be-atonement-machinesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/one-mic-black-history--4557850/support.
Nov 26, 2024
7 min
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