Real Black History

Real Black History episodes

October 29, 2021 Educators say teaching Black history truthfully is their goal, not indoctrination
Real Black History takes a look at the controversy around Critical Race Theory and how some teachers are filling in the gap of what their students know about American history.
25 min
June 30, 2021 Young artists carry on the legacy of The Sound of Philadelphia
To commemorate Black Music Month, Real Black History pays homage to Gamble and Huff and looks at some local artists who are continuing their legacy.
23 min
May 26, 2021 How reporting while Black during a summer of uprisings changed us
An episode of Real Black History provides a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like for Black reporters covering issues that affect our own communities.
26 min
April 28, 2021 What the Chauvin verdict does and doesn’t change about American policing
For many, justice is about more than one trial.
24 min
April 01, 2021 Honoring The Black Doctors COVID-19 Consortium
In this episode, we honor the BDCC and other Black women who have been out in front in caring for their communities since the start of pandemic, and throughout history.
25 min
February 24, 2021 African Americans’ fight to correct history and preserve voting rights
During Black History Month and beyond, WHYY presents “Real Black History,” a series looking at the struggle for equality.
22 min

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