📢 Mahalia Jackson: The Gospel Legend Who Powered the Civil Rights Movement

Mahalia Jackson wasn’t just a singer—she was the voice of a movement. 🎶✊🏾 Her powerful gospel music inspired millions, and she used her platform to support the Civil Rights Movement, standing alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and encouraging him to deliver the famous “I Have a Dream” speech.

Her music brought hope, healing, and strength during one of the most pivotal times in history.

In this episode of Black History for Us All, we explore: ✔️ How Mahalia Jackson became the “Queen of Gospel” ✔️ Her role in the Civil Rights Movement and her friendship with Dr. King ✔️ Why her voice remains one of the most powerful in history

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📢 Paul Robeson: The Singer, Actor & Activist Who Spoke for Justice

Paul Robeson wasn’t just a performer—he was a scholar, athlete, activist, and global freedom fighter. From his legendary performances in Show Boat and Othello to his outspoken advocacy against racism, labor exploitation, and colonialism, Robeson used his platform to fight for justice worldwide.

His activism led to backlash, government surveillance, and even blacklisting—but he never backed down.

In this episode of Black History for Us All, we explore: ✔️ How Robeson became a star athlete, lawyer, and world-renowned performer ✔️ His fight against racism, apartheid, and labor oppression ✔️ Why the U.S. government blacklisted him for speaking out

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📢 Marcelite J. Harris: Breaking Barriers in the U.S. Air Force

Marcelite J. Harris made history as the first Black woman to become a Major General in the U.S. Air Force. She shattered barriers in military leadership, helped modernize aircraft maintenance, and even worked with NASA.

In this episode of Black History for Us All, we explore: ✔️ How she rose through the ranks in a male-dominated field ✔️ Her impact on the military and aerospace engineering ✔️ Her lasting legacy in leadership and service

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📢 Benjamin Banneker: The Mathematician, Astronomer & Inventor Who Defied the Odds

Born in 1731, Benjamin Banneker was a self-taught mathematician, astronomer, and inventor who played a key role in designing Washington, D.C. and published one of America’s first almanacs. He also challenged Thomas Jefferson on slavery, proving that Black intelligence and innovation could not be denied.

In this episode of Black History for Us All, we explore: ✔️ How Banneker taught himself math, science, and engineering ✔️ His role in mapping Washington, D.C. ✔️ His famous letter to Thomas Jefferson challenging slavery

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📢 Ida B. Wells: The Woman Who Refused to Stay Silent

Ida B. Wells was more than a journalist—she was a fearless truth-teller, activist, and advocate for justice who used her words to fight against racism and oppression. At a time when speaking out could mean risking her life, she exposed the horrors of lynching, challenged injustice, and helped lay the foundation for the Civil Rights Movement.

In this episode of Black History for Us All, we uncover: ✔️ How a young girl born into slavery became a national voice for justice ✔️ Why her investigative journalism changed the way America saw racial violence ✔️ Her fight for women’s suffrage and civil rights

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📢 "Never, ever be afraid to make some noise and get in good trouble, necessary trouble." – John Lewis

John Lewis was more than a civil rights leader—he was a warrior for justice who dedicated his life to fighting for equality. From leading sit-ins and Freedom Rides to marching across the Edmund Pettus Bridge on Bloody Sunday, Lewis put his body and soul on the line to create change.

In this episode of Black History for Us All, we dive into: ✔️ How a young boy in Alabama became one of the most fearless leaders of the Civil Rights Movement ✔️ The brutal attack on marchers in Selma that led to the Voting Rights Act of 1965 ✔️ Why John Lewis spent over 30 years in Congress making ‘good trouble’ until his final days

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