Free Black Thought Podcast

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Ep. 76 - Free Thoughts with Bowen & Tywman, Ep. 13 Sep 30, 2024

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In episode Mike and Wink delve into the implications of declining black enrollment at elite universities, particularly Harvard, following changes in affirmative action policies. The hosts discuss the media's framing of these changes, the complexities of race in college admissions, and the evolving concept of identity. The dialogue emphasizes the importance of authenticity and the potential for unity in a diverse society, while also critiquing prevailing narratives around race and achievement.

Ep. 75 - It's Not About Whiteness, It's About Wealth (Remi Adekoya) Sep 25, 2024

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Dr. Remi Adekoya shares his unique upbringing as a mixed-race individual in Nigeria, Poland, and the UK with host Connie Morgan, highlighting the cultural influences that shaped his identity. Remi also discusses his book, It's Not About Whiteness, It's About Wealth, where he explores the economic dimensions of race and the importance of collective wealth in determining status and power.

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Remi on X: @remiadekoya1
Remi’s book: It's Not About Whiteness, It's About Wealth: How the Economics of Race Really Work
Remi’s book: Biracial Britain: What It Means To Be Mixed Race

Ep. 74 - Free Thoughts with Bowen & Twyman, Ep. 12 Sep 24, 2024

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This conversation explores the concept of blackness and who can be considered black. Mike and Wink discuss different perspectives on black identity, including self-identification and societal perception. They raise questions about conformity, individuality, and the external versus internal dimensions of black identity. The conversation also touches on the historical creation of whiteness and its impact on racial divisions. They conclude by emphasizing the importance of individual experiences and perspectives in understanding race.

Ep. 73 - Islam in the United States (Fatimah Fanusie) Sep 18, 2024

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In this episode Dr. Fatimah Fanusie shares her personal journey growing up in an African-American Muslim family and the history of African-American Islam. She discusses the origins of the Nation of Islam and its role in giving a new identity to African-Americans. The conversation also touches on the relationship between jazz musicians and Islam

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The Black Muslims in America by C. Eric Lincoln
Soundtrack to a Movement: African American Islam, Jazz, and Black Internationalismby Richard Brent Turner
Islam in the African-American Experience by Richard Brent Turner
“Lost Ones” by Lauryn Hill
Institute for Islamic, Christian, and Jewish Studies (ICJS)

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Ep. 72 - Getting Black Folk in the Great Outdoors (Rue Mapp) Sep 11, 2024

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Connie Morgan and Outdoor Afro founder Rue Mapp sit down and talk about Rue’s journey from a baby in and out of foster homes to one of the most impactful outdoor advocates in America.

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Outdoor Afro
Rue’s website
Rue’s book: Nature Swagger: Stories and Visions of Black Joy in the Outdoors
Get tickets to the Glamp Out
The best book Rue has read this year: Let There Be Havens: An Invitation to Gentle Hospitalityby Liz Bell Young
Rue on Facebook
Rue on Twitter: @ruemapp
Rue on Instagram
Outdoor Afro on Instagram: @outdoorafro
Outdoor Afro on Twitter: @OutdoorAfro
Outdoor Afro on Facebook
Outdoor Afro on YouTube

Ep. 71 - Culture Not Skin Color (Ada Akpala) Sep 04, 2024

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This episode features guest Ada Akpala. Ada is a writer, podcaster and head of content at The Equiano Project which is a forum to promote freedom of speech and open dialogue on race, culture and politics. Ada was Born in Nigeria, and now resides in the United Kingdom. She and host Connie Morgan talk a lot about the immigration politics and general unrest currently happening in Britain. Ada specializes in debunking sensationalist and inaccurate narratives about current and historical events, particularly in regard to race.

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Ada on X: @ada_akpala
Ada on YouTube
Ada on Instagram: @ada_akpala
Ada’s “Implications and Dangers of False Accusations of Racism” for the Journal of Free Black Thought

Ep. 70 - Free Thoughts with Bowen & Twyman, Ep. 11 Aug 30, 2024

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This conversation explores the theme of black vulnerability and the frustrations experienced by black individuals. It delves into the disconnect between public discourse on race and the lived experiences of black people. Mike and Wink share personal stories of vulnerability, including instances of racial discrimination and family dynamics influenced by race. The conversation highlights the importance of discipline and love in shaping character and the impact of desegregation on black students' experiences.

Ep. 69 - The Obama Conservative (John Wood Jr.) Aug 28, 2024

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Host Connie Morgan and Braver Angels ambassador John Wood Jr. discuss his personal political and religious evolution and how he continues to find common ground with just about anyone. John is a former nominee for congress, former Vice-Chairman of the Republican Party of Los Angeles County, musical artist, and a noted writer and speaker on subjects including racial and political reconciliation.

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John on X: @JohnRWoodJr
John’s “Woke or Still Dreaming? A Dialogue on MLK's "Dream" Speech, Social Justice Ideology, and the Future of Liberalism” for the Journal of Free Black Thought
John’s Scrappy Campaign Ad
Bearing the Cross: Martin Luther King, Jr., and the Southern Christian Leadership Conferenceby David Garrow
A Testament of Hope: The Essential Writings and Speeches (of Martin Luther King Jr.)

Ep. 68 - Your Skin Color Has Become an Idol (Quisha King) Aug 21, 2024

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In this episode Quisha King and Connie Morgan talk about Quisha’s journey from questioning the 2016 election's narratives to a profound personal awakening. Despite facing resistance from loved ones, she found renewed strength through community and activism, ultimately working with the Republican National Committee and influencing grassroots efforts nationwide. THIS EPISODE RECORDED 20 JULY 2024, before Kamala Harris replaced Joe Biden as the nominee.

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Quisha’s website
Quisha on X: @imquishak
Quisha on YouTube

Ep. 67 - The Trans Movement is Co-Opting Black History (N3VLYNNN) Aug 14, 2024

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N3VLYNNN first caught our eye when she wrote an excellent piece setting the record straight on civil rights activist Pauli Murray’s identity. In this episode she and host Connie Morgan talk about what is happening to black history and how to handle modern gender ideology.

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N3VLYNNN’s movie: Reflections Unheard: Black Women in Civil Rights
N3VLYNNN’s “How The Trans Movement is Erasing Black Women from History”
N3VLYNNN’s YouTube Channel
N3VLYNNN’s “Non-Binary is not a Revolutionary Black Feminist Concept”
The Pauli Murray Center
My Name is Pauli Murray documentary
N3VLYNNN’s “I Made a ‘Trans Man’ Uncomfortable at the Dinner Table”
N3VLYNNN’s “I Got Cancelled By An Old Friend.”
N3VLYNNN’s favorite play: Ruined

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