Black History Buff: Uncovering Untold Stories

Day 29: Una Marson - Pioneer of Black Programming in Britain


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King Kurus, your Black History Buff, presents the groundbreaking story of Una Marson in our "31 Days of Black British History" series. Learn how this Jamaican-born poet and activist became a trailblazer in British broadcasting.

This episode dives into:

  • Marson's early life in Jamaica and her move to Britain
  • Her groundbreaking work at the BBC, including the "Caribbean Voices" programme
  • Her poetry and its themes of race, gender, and colonialism
  • Her lasting impact on British media and Caribbean literature

While listening to this audio journey, imagine the BBC studios of the 1940s where Marson's voice opened new horizons for Caribbean writers.

Experience the visual storytelling of this episode on our Instagram: @black_history_buff_777.

Hungry for more stories of Black British media pioneers? Join our Patreon community for free and unlock all 31 episodes plus exclusive content. Visit https://www.patreon.com/Blackhistorybuff and be part of our mission to highlight these important stories.

Let's celebrate the trailblazers who paved the way for diverse voices in British media.

Blessings,

KK


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Audiobooks I Recommend 📚

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  • The Oxford Companion to Black British History – A comprehensive guide to Black British history.
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Recommended Reading 📚

  • The Souls of Black Folk by W.E.B. Du Bois
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