• Poetic Legacies: Black Social Movements

  • Jul 4 2024
  • Length: 34 mins
  • Podcast

Poetic Legacies: Black Social Movements

  • Summary

  • In this episode of SoulShift, host JyOba X explores the profound impact of the Black Social Movement in America through the lens of community wisdom and social justice. The journey covers historical milestones, key figures, and essential literature that shape the legacy and modern influences of the movement. Featured poems by Langston Hughes, Nikki Giovanni, and Audre Lorde are used to contextualize the struggle for equality, the rise of the Black Power Movement, and the contemporary efforts of the Black Lives Matter movement. The episode underscores the importance of voting, community engagement, and the continued fight for racial justice and equality. JyOba X emphasizes the need for collective action and the role of community wisdom in advancing Blackness and social transformation.

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