Clint Smith #846

Clint Smith #846

The brilliant Clint Smith returns to discuss his new book How the Word Is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery Across America which is currently #1 on The New York Times bestseller list. We talk about his pilgrimage across America in search of history and...
Dr. Anthea Butler #821

Dr. Anthea Butler #821

Anthea Butler is Associate Professor of Religious Studies and Africana Studies at the University of Pennsylvania. A sought-after commentator on the BBC, MSNBC, CNN, The History Channel and PBS, Professor Butler regularly writes opinion pieces covering religion, race,...
Anna Malaika Tubbs #809

Anna Malaika Tubbs #809

This is a deeply inspiring conversation with Anna Malaika Tubbs about her brilliant new book, The Three Mothers — How the Mothers of Martin Luther King Jr, Malcolm X and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation. I learned so much from this book and even more from Anna. We...
Eric E. Brown Jr. #780

Eric E. Brown Jr. #780

I fell in love with Eric. E. Brown Jr.’s book Weekend Reflections, and then I fell in love with the man. What an absolutely beautiful soul and inspired advocate for justice. This is a very deep dive into some very uncomfortable places especially in terms of our...
Dr. Eddie Glaude #752

Dr. Eddie Glaude #752

My beautiful friend and spirit brother Dr. Eddie Glaude returns to share this thoughts on his inspiring new book on the timeless work of James Baldwin. We also talk about what is unfolding in America and how we might imagine a better world for all of us. What an honor...