2Black Thoughts

GO VOTE! Voting is an important civic duty that helps to maintain and advance our democracy. However, there is a long historical practice of keeping Black folks away from the ballot box in an attempt to maintain racist and hierarchical social structures. In this discussion, we talk about that struggle and the importance of having our voices heard.

Let's talk about Black Cards. Who gets one, why do they exist, and can they really be taken? We answer all of these questions and more in today's episode about the imaginary identification attaches to Blackness.

Is there ever a good reason to sell out? Today we discuss what it means to sell out, and why the phrase carries so much weight amongst Black people.

Most Black children have some knowledge of corporal punishment, many through first hand experience. Recent opinions have shifted on the practice, with many calling for an end to beatings entirely. Many critics call it blatant abuse, but there is a strong faction who insist that beatings are not only beneficial but also necessary.

The 2020 Presidential Debates were a mess. Everyone watching was left unsatisfied and disappointed from the conversation, but it still had important implications for Black people.

Jessica Krug, a former history professor at George Washington University, has admitted to pretending to be Black for years within an academic space. She has built a career off of a false narrative and today we discuss if, why, and how much Black people should care about this egregious accommodation of culture.

In today's episode of Black Thoughts, we discuss the unique perspective of Black tomboys and how their gender expression is viewed by the Black community.