Urban Perspectives with Akbar Pray

BlackPressUSA Reports on ‘After the Fire’

In a recent announcement, Urban One, the largest Black-owned and Black-targeted diversified media company, unveiled a new podcast titled “Altadena: After The Fire.” Hosted by Colby Colb Tyner, the Senior Vice President of...

UNC Press gears up for the summer release of six African American history titles

In a time of social unrest and racial tension, the importance of understanding the history of Black communities and their struggles for equality cannot be overstated. Recent works by scholars like Howard and...

Insightful Conversations: ‘Vibe Check’ Hosts Share Their Views on the Current Era

The “Vibe Check” podcast is a platform where Black history is celebrated in every episode, and for the hosts, every month is Black History Month. Recently, the creators and hosts of the podcast,...

The Fulcrum: Emancipation from a Womanist Perspective

Liberation Through the Womanist Perspective In a world where women have historically been marginalized and oppressed, the womanist perspective offers a unique and empowering lens through which to view the struggles and triumphs of...

The Impact of the Great Depression on Music, Art, and Literature

The Monopoly board game has been a beloved pastime for families and friends for decades. Originating in 1935 during the Great Depression, Monopoly quickly became a popular amusement that provided a much-needed escape...

The Decline of Black Politics

The U.S. 2024 election is shaping up to be a pivotal moment in American political history, with the unexpected rise of right-wing populism among racial minorities, particularly younger men. This shift has challenged...

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