Everyday Black History: Afro Appreciation

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Fisk University- one of the premier Black Universities today Sep 27, 2018

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Fisk University has nurtured many of the scientific minds that contributed so largely to Black History and Black Culture. Many of the people we highlight on this podcast has either attended there or taught there. Enjoy this episode

Contraband Camps during the Civil War Sep 26, 2018

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These camps housed escaped spaces during the Civil War looking to get away from the Confederacy and slavery. These camps led the way to the start of many HBCU’s many of which still exist today. Enjoy

Dr James Bowman- specialist/physician of pathology Sep 25, 2018

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He made major breakthroughs in his studies of Pathology, Hematology and Genetics and the effects of certain diseases and how they are passed down from one generation to the next. Enjoy

Albert Turner Reid- A Black Mathematician and Theorist Sep 21, 2018

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He worked extensively on suck topics as probability theory amd statistics amongst other things, shaping the minds of countless peole through his work. Enjoy

Kwabena Boahen Sep 19, 2018

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A pioneer in Neuromorphic Engineering and A.I. He designs computer chips that emulate human brain function. Enjoy

Alabama State University Sep 19, 2018

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On Everyday Black History we highlight institutions as well. Especially HBCU as they were created during a time when Black Americans were denied higher education. Enjoy

David Crosthwait- revolutionized HVAC Sep 18, 2018

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He revolutionized Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning. He also designed the HVAC systems of places such as Radio City Music Hall and Rockefeller Center. Enjoy

Emmett Chappelle- scientist and inventor Sep 17, 2018

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Emmett Chappelle has made a lot of discoveries that made living in space more tolerable on the human body as well as inventing devices that makes the study of life in other planets possible. Enjoy

Mike Adenuga- billionaire businessman from Nigeria. Sep 10, 2018

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He is a billionaire businessman from Nigeria who has interest in the oil and telecommunications industries. Enjoy

Aliko Dangote- the richest man of African descent Sep 08, 2018

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He is the richest man of African descent with a net worth of over $14 billion. His company has interest in sugar, cement, flour and other commodities. Enjoy