“We must never forget that Black History is American History. The achievements of African Americans have contributed to our nation's greatness.” - NY Congresswoman Yvette Clarke. This episode was made in celebration of Black History Month.

The People Could Fly by Charlotte Blake-Alston (1:19)

This story is originally from Virginia Hamilton, one of the first publishers of black folklore, known for presenting slave-era tales in their colloquial English. Learn more about Charlotte Blake-Alston by visiting: www.charlotteblakealston.com

Clinton 12 by Kate Dudding (7:20)

From her album “Young People who Made a Difference” this story is about 12 students who risk their lives to desegregate their high school. Learn more about Kate Dudding by visiting: www.katedudding.com

Martin Luther King Storypoem by Charlotte Blake-Alston (34:51)

Dr. King’s bio in metered rhyme.

Maya's Story for Indira by Lani Peterson (42:30)

Lani's personal story involving the time she met Maya Angelou. Learn more about Lani Peterson by visiting: lanipeterson.com

Sympathy by Mitch Capel (53:51)

Paul Laurence Dunbar’s poem "Sympathy". Learn more about Mitch Capel by visiting: www.gjbug.com

The Seedling by Mitch Capel (56:12)

Mitch Capel reciting Paul Laurence Dunbar’s “The Seedling” in front of a live audience at the National Storytelling Festival in Jonesborough, TN.