Black History Buff: Uncovering Untold Stories

Join King Kurus, your Black History Buff, as we explore the revolutionary work of Linton Kwesi Johnson in our "31 Days of Black British History" series. Discover how this dub poet gave voice to the Black British experience. In this episode, we cover: Johnson's journey from Jamaica to Britain and his political awakening The development of dub poetry and its cultural significance His pow...

King Kurus, your Black History Buff, presents the literary phenomenon Zadie Smith in our "31 Days of Black British History" series. Learn how this author has reshaped our understanding of contemporary British identity. This episode dives into: Smith's meteoric rise with her debut novel "White Teeth" Her exploration of multiculturalism and identity in modern Britain The impact o...

Join King Kurus, your Black History Buff, as we dive into the world of Stormzy in our "31 Days of Black British History" series. Discover how this grime artist became a voice for a generation and a force for change. In this episode, we explore: Stormzy's rise from the streets of Croydon to the top of the UK charts The cultural significance of grime music in modern Britain His philanthr...

King Kurus, your Black History Buff, brings you the inspiring story of Malorie Blackman in our "31 Days of Black British History" series. Learn how this groundbreaking author revolutionized young adult fiction in Britain. This episode covers: Blackman's journey from aspiring writer to bestselling author The impact of her "Noughts & Crosses" series on discussions of race in...

Join King Kurus, your Black History Buff, as we explore the pivotal Windrush Generation in our "31 Days of Black British History" series. Discover how these Caribbean immigrants shaped modern British society and culture. This episode delves into: The historical context of post-war migration to Britain The experiences of the first Windrush arrivals in 1948 The challenges and discrimination...

King Kurus, your Black History Buff, introduces you to the musical genius of Samuel Coleridge-Taylor in our "31 Days of Black British History" series. Learn how this mixed-race composer broke racial barriers in classical music. This episode explores: Coleridge-Taylor's early life and musical education in Victorian England His rise to fame with "Hiawatha's Wedding Feast" His...

Join King Kurus, your Black History Buff, as we honor the legacy of Walter Tull in our "31 Days of Black British History" series. Discover how this remarkable man broke racial barriers in both football and the military. In this episode, we cover: Tull's early life and his rise in professional football The racial discrimination he faced on and off the pitch His service in World War I an...

King Kurus, your Black History Buff, presents the remarkable story of Claudia Jones in our "31 Days of Black British History" series. Learn how this Trinidad-born activist and journalist became a catalyst for change in British culture. This episode dives into: Jones's early life and political activism in the United States Her deportation to Britain and subsequent community organizing T...

Join King Kurus, your Black History Buff, as we uncover the inspiring story of Dr. Harold Moody in our "31 Days of Black British History" series. Discover how this Jamaican-born doctor became a pivotal figure in the fight against racial discrimination in Britain. In this episode, we explore: Moody's journey from Jamaica to becoming a top medical student in London The racial barriers he...

King Kurus, your Black History Buff, brings you the powerful story of Olaudah Equiano in our "31 Days of Black British History" series. Learn how this former slave became a key figure in the British abolitionist movement. This episode covers: Equiano's harrowing journey from slavery to freedom His groundbreaking autobiography and its impact on British society His role in the abolitioni...

While Florence Nightingale's name became famous, another pioneering nurse, the British-Jamaican  Mary Seacole , risked everything on the battlefields of the Crimean War—only to have her story nearly erased from history. This episode is part of our special  "31 Days of Black British History"  series. We explore the remarkable life of a woman who challenged the racial and gender barriers...

Join King Kurus, your Black History Buff, as we kick off our "31 Days of Black British History" series with the origins of Black History Month in the UK. Discover how this crucial celebration came to be, from its American inspiration to its uniquely British evolution. This audio journey is part of our larger video series celebrating Black British history. While you're listening, imagin...

In this explosive episode of the Black History Buff Podcast, I take you on a journey through the remarkable life of Job Maseko, a South African soldier who fought in World War II. Despite facing the harsh realities of apartheid and racial discrimination, Maseko's unwavering courage and ingenuity led him to single-handedly sink a German ship using nothing but a makeshift bomb crafted from a tin...

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the electrifying atmosphere of Harlem's legendary Cotton Club as we explore Duke Ellington's groundbreaking opening night performance on this episode of The Black History Buff Podcast. We'll transport you to 1927 when a young Duke Ellington and his Washingtonians took the stage at the Cotton Club for the first time. This moment marked the begin...

Episode Title: The Untold Story of Cudjoe Lewis – From Clotilda to Africatown Join me on a journey through time as we uncover the remarkable life of Cudjoe Lewis, the last survivor of the transatlantic slave trade aboard the ship Clotilda. In this episode, we delve into the origins of Cudjoe Lewis, born Oluale Kossola, in what is now Benin, West Africa. We explore the harrowing events that led to...

In this episode, we take a brief look at the life of  Samuel Coleridge-Taylor This episode was made with the support of   Olu Lawal, Awele Ibeaji, Ebi, and Ox-boy entertainment. For those who want to learn to learn more, you can do using the resources linked below: You can listen to the songs played in this episode using the links below: A Ballard in A minor  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v= Hiawa...

Doris Miller was a United States Navy cook third class who was killed in action during World War II. He was the first Black American to be awarded the Navy Cross. In this episode, we take a brief look at his heroic life and his amazing contribution to Black History  Support this podcast You can support our mission to share more stories from Black History & Culture by joining our History Villag...

What are Sundown Towns? A sundown or sunset town was a city, town or neighbourhood in the US that excluded non-whites after dark. The term sundown came from the signs that were posted at the Towns borders stating "Negro, Don't Let the Sun Set On You Here." A stark warning that let blacks know we had to leave by sundown. To learn more listen to this informative mini episode. Support thi...

In this episode, we will be visiting an Ancient African folktale that tells us why Fire and Rain are enemies! Credits: Art Work by Sergey Pereskokov Research, writing, editing and production by King Kurus Special thanks to, Ebi, Olu, Yelare & Stephanie If you enjoyed the show and would like to support the creation of more content use the links below: https://www.patreon.com/Blackhistorybuff (P...

During the summer of 1957 nine students enrolled at Little Rock high central high, which up until then had been an all-white school. In this episode, we go back and take a look at what those brave students went through and why. https://www.sutori.com/story/the-little-rock-nine--VWF22hN7gUFG7f3cRr7UMvgP (Click here to learn more about the Little Rock Nine) Send a voice message https://www.blackhist...

While creating my soon to be released episode about the Little Rock Nine, I got to thinking about education, school and specifically my first day at school. I started to think about people's first days in general. I decided to ask a few listeners and friends to share their first day experiences, some of which you'll hear in today's episode. I hope you enjoy it. I'd love to hear fro...

Support the show on Patreon OR Buy me a coffee Show Notes:  Welcome to season 2 of The Black History Buff Podcast.  This season kicks off with an interview with a young man named Enosadeda Odiase Nosa is a former engineering student now fully-fledged engineer, born in London from Nigerian parents and one half of a writing team who have produced what I can only describe as an African Game of Throne...

Support the show on Patreon OR Buy me a coffee Todays Black History Blitz is about a self-taught mathematician, astronomer, compiler of almanacs, a writer, an inventor and the man who may have completed the Design for Washing DC Capitol City of the United States of America from memory. Benjamin Banneker was born November 9th, 1731 on a farm near Baltimore that he would eventually inherit from his...

Support the show on Patreon OR Buy me a coffee Show Notes: This is King Kurus from the black history buff podcast and before I get into this weeks African Proverb I just Want to say thank you to: Muleya Glenda B Taherra L Alaina D AlayA and Edward J For joining me on Patreon and helping to sponsor the development of the show I’d also like to say thank you to Globallymobile steplegs Streak52312 Del...

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