Native Drums
Explore the powerful symbolism of drums in African American culture, once tools of communication and resistance during the darkest times of slavery. We confront the lingering shadows of economic exploitation and the pervasive influence of media and religion in controlling black narratives. Let’s reexamine the role of the black church and its mission to fight systemic injustices, urging a return to prophetic ministries that prioritize humanity and community over material wealth. This podcast episode is not just a reflection of the past but a call to action for the future, urging us to build a more just and liberated world.
Episodes
19 episodes
Inside The Education Oversight Machine: Scores, Standards, And Spending
Education isn’t a scoreboard—it’s a future. Representative Terry Alexander joins us to open the black box of South Carolina’s Education Oversight Committee, explain how standards get set, and question whether rising rankings reflect real learni...
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28:38
How A Community Program Rebuilds Bonds At Home
Real change at home often starts with small, repeatable habits: a shared meal, a calm conversation, a clear boundary. We invited Elder Alexis Pipkins to walk us through the Strengthening Families Program and how 11 structured sessions help pare...
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43:25
Consistency Is The Quiet Superpower Of Fatherhood
What if fatherhood support felt practical, human, and free of judgment? We sat down with the Man to Man Fatherhood Initiative team to explore how their intervention specialists help dads steady work, court, and home—so kids see a parent who sho...
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38:33
How A Veteran Turned Counseling Into A Movement For Families
What does it take to rebuild the village around a family—practically, not just in words? We sat down with Representative Robert Williams to trace the journey from a fatherhood , to a comprehensive Families Engagement Program serving parents, yo...
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39:30
Choice, Equity, And The Fight For Honest Classrooms
What if the single most powerful lever in education isn’t a new curriculum or app, but a teacher who truly knows the student? We sit down with Dr. Larry Jackson—former superintendent and now executive director of the PEE DEE Education Center—to...
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31:27
From Pulpit To City Hall: Unity, History, And A Plan For A Better Florence
A church that raised leaders now fuels a mayor who leads with neighbors at the center. We sat down with Mayor Lithonia Barnes to unpack a people-first blueprint for Florence: from fireside chats that turn feedback into action, to a citywide mar...
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48:40
A Pastor’s Journey: Faith, Service, and the Black Church’s Future
What if the true measure of a church isn’t its size, but the lives it lifts? That question powers a candid, inspiring conversation with Reverend Dr. Charles B. Jackson, who began preaching at nine, became a pastor at eighteen, and has spent 54 ...
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40:41
Excellence Has No Color: Why Education Remains Our Path Forward
Transforming education through excellence, discipline, and high expectations isn't just a lofty ideal—it's achievable reality, as demonstrated by Dr Brooks remarkable 31-year journey as principal of Wilson High School. This powerful testi...
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23:39
When the Drums of Liberation Finally Reached Texas
Freedom delayed is still freedom worth celebrating. Jazzy Poetic: The Juneteenth Experience takes listeners on a soul-stirring journey through music, poetry, and storytelling to explore the profound significance of June 19, 1865—the day when ne...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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1:02:12
Beyond Privilege to Life Itself: Ralph Canty's 60-Year Fight for Justice in the American South
From the shadows of segregation to the frontlines of protest, Ralph Canty Sr. takes us on an extraordinary journey through the civil rights movement in Sumter, South Carolina. Born in 1945 just blocks from Lincoln High School, Canty emerged as ...
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56:50
From Augusta's Front Porch to Columbia's Civil Rights Center: The Journey of Dr. Bobby J Donaldson Jr
The front porches of Augusta, Georgia shaped Dr. Bobby Donaldson long before formal education ever could. Through his grandmother's stories, the seeds of historical inquiry were planted, setting him on a path to become one of the nation's forem...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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26:49
When One Rocks, We All Rock: Celebrating Our Shared Legacy
"We be sisters. We be the same, coming from the same place, going through." The powerful poetry of Lucille Clifton opens this profound exploration of sisterhood, collective power, and remembrance during Women's History Month.What happen...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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31:23
From Chains to Change: The Emancipation Proclamation and Reconstruction Era
The journey from slavery to freedom marks the most transformative period in African American history. Dr. Harry Singleton masterfully guides us through this pivotal moment, revealing how the Emancipation Proclamation launched an unprecedented e...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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38:25
"The Road to Emancipation"
The contradictions of American freedom stand starkly revealed in this fascinating exploration of how slavery's opponents fought relentlessly against the institution through rebellion, escape, and the written word. When the founding fathers chos...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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40:44
The Emergence of A Militant Black Clergy
A revolutionary theological upheaval took place in early 19th century America that fundamentally challenged how Christianity interpreted freedom. When Anglican Bishop George Berkeley crafted his 1727 letter to plantation owners, he created a th...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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33:19
“The Coming of The Gods, The Religious construction of Black Dehumanization”
This episode examines the complex relationship between Christianity and the institution of slavery, exploring how theological concepts shaped perceptions and experiences of Black individuals throughout history. We discuss the intersections of f...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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49:05
" A Strange and Hostile Land"
Discover the brutal truths of the transatlantic slave trade and the enduring scars it left on generations with our esteemed guest, Dr. Harry Singleton. Through gripping narratives, we examine how slaveholders strategically dismantled family bon...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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49:27
The Chosen People Five Times Removed
Could Africa's rich history have been overshadowed by misconceptions? Join us as Dr. Harry Singleton from the University of South Carolina challenges the outdated myth of Africa as a "Dark Continent" and sheds light on its remarkable civilizati...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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40:27
Uncovering the Hidden Layers of African American History with Dr. Henry H. Singleton III
What if the stories you’ve been told have only scratched the surface of history? Join us on a journey with Dr. Henry H. Singleton III, a distinguished scholar in African-American history, as he uncovers the layers of struggle and triumph that h...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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48:03