Black Washed History

Send us a text, let us know why do you love history? Black history doesn't preserve itself. Behind every archive, museum exhibition, oral history collection, and historical document are people, institutions, technology, and funding that make preservation possible. In this episode of Black Washed History , Brittany Wilkins examines three recent developments that reveal different sides of the i...

Send us a text, let us know why do you love history? Reparations has been debated for generations. What gets debated less is what "repair" is actually supposed to do. In this episode, we look at repatriation as a case study. Not the idea of it, the architecture of it. What happens when a right of return meets the reality of citizenship, land, and belonging built somewhere else for four h...

Send us a text, let us know why do you love history? In this episode of Black Washed History , Brittany Wilkins reflects on her experience attending the Indiana Black Expo Black Film Festival , where this year's theme, Beyond the Frame: Black Voices Amplified , explored the power of storytelling to preserve history and shape historical awareness. Through two compelling documentaries, One Mont...

Send us a text, let us know why do you love history? Most of us were taught that slavery ended with the 13th Amendment and America simply moved forward. But what happened after emancipation? In this episode of Black Washed History , Brittany Wilkins continues The System Beneath the System series by exploring one of the least discussed chapters in American history: convict leasing . After studying...

Send us a text, let us know why do you love history? Most people know the image. The speeches. The Nation of Islam. The photograph with the rifle near the window. What they know less is the man Malcolm X was becoming. This month marks the 101st birthday of Malcolm X. In past episodes we have explored his speeches, philosophy, and personal reflections. But this episode focuses on something deeper;...

Send us a text, let us know why do you love history? We’re taught that the Constitution defines our rights, limits power, and guarantees equality. On paper, it’s clear. But what happens when what’s written doesn’t match what’s experienced? In this opening episode of The System Beneath the System , Brittany Wilkins breaks down constitutional law not as theory, but as a lived reality. From a high sc...

Send us a text, let us know why do you love history? James Baldwin declared, “I am not your Negro.” It was not a plea. It was a refusal. But refusal does not dismantle a system. In this episode, we move beyond documentary commentary and confront a harder question: Has America changed its structure — or only its vocabulary? Through Baldwin’s unfinished manuscript Remember This House and the lives o...

Send us a text, let us know why do you love history? Black history doesn’t begin or end with one nation—it’s a global story of resilience and resistance. In this episode of Black Washed History , we travel to 1970s Notting Hill, where a small Caribbean restaurant called The Mangrove became the frontline of Britain’s civil rights movement. Twelve police raids. Nine activists. One trial that changed...

Send us a text, let us know why do you love history? Black Washed History is where erased stories are unveiled, buried truths are reclaimed, and history is seen for what it truly is: a living, breathing force that continues to shape our world. Hosted by Brittany Wilkins, this podcast explores some of the most powerful Black history stories of 2025—from Harvard legal proceedings over enslaved indiv...

Send us a text, let us know why do you love history? Shots rang out in the Audubon Ballroom—and one of the most powerful voices in Black history was silenced. But while Malcolm X’s life was cut short, his legacy was never buried. In this episode of Black Washed History , we don’t just mourn the man—we learn from him. From his early struggles and prison transformation to his pilgrimage to Mecca and...

Send us a text, let us know why do you love history? April is often remembered for showers and new beginnings, but for Black America, it has also been a month of rebellion, resistance, and remarkable change. In this episode of Black Washed History , we dive into the moments that defined April—from the New York Slave Revolt of 1712 to the signing of the Ku Klux Klan Act in 1871, from Jackie Robinso...

Send us a text, let us know why do you love history? In this episode of Black Washed History , we dive into the Harlem Race Riot of 1935 , often considered the first modern race riot in the United States. Sparked by rumors of police brutality against a Black teenager, this event was fueled by economic hardship, racial discrimination, and police violence , culminating in widespread unrest. We’ll ex...

Send us a text, let us know why do you love history? History has often erased or minimized the contributions of powerful Black women, but in this episode of  Black Washed History, we explore The Black Queens Who Rule Africa , we are reclaiming their legacies. From the strategic genius of Queen Tiye of Egypt to the fearless leadership of Amanirenas of Nubia , these women shaped the course of histor...

Send us a text, let us know why do you love history? In 1898, Wilmington, North Carolina, was home to a thriving Black middle class—business owners, politicians, and professionals shaping the city's future. But that success was seen as a threat. What followed was not just a massacre but the only successful coup d'état in U.S. history. White supremacists overthrew the democratically elect...

Send us a text, let us know why do you love history? More than 60 years after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s powerful "I Have a Dream" speech, we must ask: how far have we truly come? In this episode of Black Washed History , host Brittany Wilkins examines the enduring relevance of Dr. King’s vision in today’s world. From racial inequality in the justice system to economic disparities and...

Send us a text, let us know why do you love history? In this episode of Black Washed History formerly The Coin: Black History on the Other Side, we honor the pillars of Black history and culture through a poetic reflection inspired by the Beatitudes. From the storytellers who preserve legacies to the dreamers who envision a better future, each verse celebrates the unyielding spirit, courage, and h...

Send us a text, let us know why do you love history? Don’t Know Much About History? Let’s Change That. Welcome to Black Washed History , where we uncover the untold, overlooked, and suppressed stories of Black achievements, resilience, and culture from around the globe. This isn’t just another podcast—it’s a movement to rewrite history beyond the chains, hardships, and oppressive narratives often...

Send us a text, let us know why do you love history? In this thought-provoking episode of Black Washed History (formerly The Coin Black History on the Other Side ), we delve into two critical yet often misunderstood concepts: white washed and black washed history. Why are some historical events celebrated while others are erased? How do these narratives shape our understanding of the past and impa...

Send us a text, let us know why do you love history? Where does history begin? The answer lies not in facts alone, but in the narratives shaped to serve particular interests. Black Washed History delves into the vulnerability of history—its distortion, censorship, and erasure—revealing the truths often concealed from future generations. Join us as we uncover, rebuild, and reclaim the full story, c...

Send us a text, let us know why do you love history? Join host Brittany Wilkins as she honors the legacy of the 70 individuals enslaved by Harvard University. In this episode of The Coin: Black History on the Other Side , we uncover Harvard's hidden history and its connection to slavery. How did Harvard rise to prominence and become one of the world's top educational institutions? Tune i...

Send us a text, let us know why do you love history? It's Black Music Month! Join us on a musical journey through some of the most popular black music genres. In this episode, Black History educator Brittany Wilkins shares snippets of instrumentals from gospel, blues, jazz, Motown, hip-hop, and contemporary music. Discover a bit of history and groove along with The Coin: Black History on the...

Send us a text, let us know why do you love history? Though air is invisible, we all depend on it for life. This Earth Day, join black history educator Brittany Wilkins as she illuminates the environmental challenges facing a community in Mobile, Alabama. Africatown, founded by free slaves who arrived in the United States on the last slave ship, holds a crucial place in black history. Preserving b...

Send us a text, let us know why do you love history? Join Black history educator Brittany Wilkins as she delves into the extraordinary life and enduring legacy of the iconic reggae legend, Bob Marley. In this captivating episode of "The Coin: Black History on the Other Side," Brittany intricately weaves together the narrative of Bob Marley's meteoric rise to fame, exploring the prof...

Send us a text, let us know why do you love history? Join Brittany Wilkins in this compelling monologue  she drives the culture forward by reclaiming a lost history. Answering a divine calling, she passionately teaches this generation a lesser-known narrative of black history. Through her ministry, she endeavors to bridge the gap between African American history and culture, shaping a more inclusi...

Send us a text, let us know why do you love history? In this episode join Black history educator Brittany Wilkins as she pays tribute to the enduring legacy of  Dr. Ivan Van Sertima a pivotal figure in reconstructing African history from the shadows of colonialism ruins. Explore the profound impact of Dr. Sertima's contributions and relentless effort to illuminate the richness of African heri...