Leading By History

Leading By History

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Leading By History episodes

  • S3 Ep. 9 - Wicked Flesh: Black Women, Intimacy, and Freedom in the Atlantic World (feat. Dr. Jessica Marie Johnson

    In this long awaited episode of the Leading By History podcast, host Ma'asehyahu Isra-Ul delves deep into the work of Dr. Jessica Marie Johnson to discuss enslavement era constructs of race and beauty in the Atlantic world. We can't say enough about this discussion. The host made a decision to forgo a commercial break in this episode in order to maximize the time with the guest. If you are looking for a conversation about ideas of gender, sexuality and racism based in the concrete world of slavery - this is the episode. Welcome back to Leading By History!

    50 min
  • S3 Ep. 8 - Transatlantic Threads: Textile entrepreneurship and Strategies to Freedom

    In this episode we speak with Latin Americanist and transatlantic slavery scholar Dr. Mary Hicks about the history of free and enslaved people of African descent in Brazil. This discussion dives deeply into the perceived reality of African people in Brazil and their unique journey to preserve their Africanness and their identities while carving out meta-realities of freedom and liberation in a racially oppressive and colonialistic environment. From African mariners and traders to enslaved Africans in the South American continent, we discuss the complicated histories and ideas of the Portuguese imperial project. The history is complicated - morally and ethically and can be a bit messy but is without question enlightening and ultimately inspiring! Come along for this mental journey into the past with Leading By History! 


    Historical Images related to the discussion:

    http://www.slaveryimages.org/s/slaveryimages/item/752

    http://www.slaveryimages.org/s/slaveryimages/item/2121

    48 min
  • S3 Ep. 7 - What the data show about teacher bias in the K-12 classroom (Feat. Jill Barshay of the Hechinger Report )

    In this episode of Leading By History, Ma'asehyahu Isra-Ul talks with educational journalist Jill Barshay to dig into some of her recent articles and the state of bias in K-12 classrooms. This discussion is one that will show the importance of anti-racist and anti-bias education and how even our most vulnerable students (those in K-2 education) can be in danger when teachers are not trained in culturally responsible approaches to instruction. If you want to make a change in our current state of education - start with this episode and chart a plan for change where you can make the biggest impact.

    35 min
  • S3 Ep. 6 - Mobilizing Black Germany: A discussion about Afro-German Liberative Action (Feat. Dr. Tiffany Florvil)

    In this episode of the Leading By History podcast, Ma'asehyahu Isra-Ul talks with Dr. Tiffany Florvil about the work of Black women in the cause of Black liberation in Germany. Many may not be familiar with the history of the Black struggle in Germany and this discussion will surely center this history in this episode. You can read more about Dr. Florvil's research in her book Mobilizing Black Germany. This is a thoughtful, transparent, eye-opening episode for us all!

    57 min
  • S3 Ep. 5 - Ghana and Repatriation (w/ Deijha Gordon of Deijha's Views)
    In this episode Ma'asehyahu Isra-Ul speaks via Google Meet with Deijha Gordon of Deijha's Views about her journey of repatriation to Ghana. From leaving the United States before covid-19, to opening a food business in Ghana and then having to return during the surge, Deijha details her successes and challenges with her attempt to repatriate to Ghana. Driven by a conviction that Africans in America should return to Africa, Deijha looks to help build a new society in which Africans from the Diaspora can form prosperous communities which benefit the continent as a whole. Tune in now to hear her story! *To support Deijha and her business/travels send a donation directly to $DeijhaGordon.
    41 min
  • S3 Ep. 4 - When Sunday Comes: An Exploration of the Feeling, Impact and Power of Gospel Music (Feat. Dr. Claudrena Harold, UVA)
    In this episode, Ma'asehyahu Isra-Ul taps back in with season 2 guest - Dr. Claudrena Harold, Chair of UVA's Corcoran Department of History to discuss her new book When Sunday Comes. Harold's book details the creative shifts, sonic innovations, theological tensions, and political assertions that transformed gospel music. This episode is inspiring and filled with great insight as the two historians dive into Gospel music as a vehicle for liberation and the message of redemption for Black people. They also weave into the impacts of Gospel music on hip-hop, R&B, Soul and African American life in general. If you want to hear an inspirational message which delves into the "souls of Black folk" and how we have overcome hardships and challenges through a unique outlook through the lens of freedom - this is not a show you want to miss. You will want to hang onto every word!
    49 min
  • S3 Ep. 3 - Joining the Cult....of Pedagogy! (Feat. Jennifer Gonzalez of Cult of Pedagogy)
    In this episode, Ma'asehyahu Isra-Ul speaks with the founder of Cult of Pedagogy - Jennifer Gonzalez about the current state of K-12 teaching practice and how recent events have made it evident that there needs to be a major focus on critical thinking instead of rote memorization. Tasks rooted in Project-based learning provide opportunities for students to think, understand (in context) and solve problems relevant to their world. The "old way" of doing and thinking in K-12 education should be long gone and especially for K-12 teachers. If you need some tips on where to start then you want to tune in to THIS episode....It's time to join the Cult...of Pedagogy!
    You can learn more about Jennifer's work here @ Cult of Pedagogy
    39 min
  • S3 Ep. 2 - The Monuments Which Built Bridges to Nowhere (Feat. Kevin Levin)

    In this episode, Ma'asehyahu Isra-Ul sits down with Civil War historian Kevin Levin to discuss Civil War memory and the creation of statuary at the end of the Reconstruction period which was produced in order to induce fear and reinforce the "Lost Cause" narrative. Kevin and Ma'asehyahu dig into historical imagery and uncover the history behind Richmond, Virginia's Monument Avenue and the recent controversy of Civil War monument removal in the city. You do not want to miss this conversation as it will surely motivate you to go and learn more!


    PATREON USERS go to www.patreon.com/leadingbyhistory in order to gain access to video footage and unedited episodes.

    51 min
  • S3 Ep. 1 - Establishing Real Democratic Principles in Real-Time Around the World (Feat. Gemima Neves Barlow, M.A.)

    Welcome to SEASON 3 of the Leading By History Podcast! We are back for ANOTHER YEAR of relevant and engaging content for 2021/2022! In this episode 1 of season 3, Ma'asehyahu Isra-Ul speaks with Gemima Neves Barlow - Democratic executor and supporter of electoral integrity around the world. She has coordinated large international election observation missions in such countries as Ghana, Nigeria, and Liberia and served in Ghana, Guinea Bissau, Nigeria, South Africa and Zimbabwe in capacity as a program specialist. In this episode we go deep into what lead Gemima into this field and why the establishing of democratic principles in the furthermost places of the world is important to global success and peaceful continuity. If you thought you knew about the roots of democracy in the east...well....you may want to reconsider learning more!

    Resources from the show:

    Afrobarometer at www.Afrobarometer.org and Freedom House at freedomhouse.org

    You can contant Gemima at [email protected] 


    41 min
  • S2 Ep. 18 - SEASON 2 WRAP UP w/ MA'ASEHYAHU ISRA-Ul
    In this final episode of Season 2 of the Leading By History podcast, founder Ma'asehyahu Isra-Ul walks the audience through the analytics for 2020 and explains the growth of the podcast over the last year. Having started in November of 2018, the continued growth of the podcast through 2020 has been amazing. We have had some of the most influential thinkers on this platform and Ma'asehyahu walks the listeners through a brief summary of each episode in the season so that those who missed those episodes can go back and catch them before starting Season 3. We ask that you continue to listen and share this podcast with everyone who is looking to grow in their knowledge of history and K-12 education. LBH seeks to bring you the information from those putting in the work real-time. We thank you for travelling with us this far and we honor you for your support!
    26 min

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This podcast is dedicated to the advancement of practical knowledge and application in the areas of history and education. We desire to bring our listeners on a journey through time by showcasing…