Episodes
Listen to this quick 4-minute solo episode to uncover why and how major cities in the US go hard for this yearly Mexican holiday that's not even celebrated in Mexico and is often confused for Mexican Independence Day.
Published 05/05/24
Did you know that Black folks are 3 to 5 times more likely to get audited by the IRS? Listen to this episode to learn other ways that tax policies target Black and Brown folks featuring Tax Law Professor and author Dorothy A. Brown, who breaks down how the U.S. tax system unfairly disadvantages Black Americans by giving preferential treatment to wealthy White individuals through various policies, like mortgage tax deductions, plus she shares solutions on how the IRS can fix this.
Published 04/15/24
Published 04/15/24
Listen to this episode to discover how the true American cowboy was Black, learn about their invaluable contributions, and explore the enduring legacy they left on the cowboy way of life—despite what Hollywood would like us to believe.
Published 04/10/24
Kick off your new year learning about this viral scientific phenomenon that proved that us humans are more motivated to concur goals in new moments- like a new year, new week, new month, new location, etc. Listen to this solo dolo episode to uncover the good and dark side to starting anew.
Published 01/18/24
Tis the season for reinventing ourselves, making list of ins and outs and creating the R word- New Year Resolutions - but ever wondered how New Year Resolutions all started? Listen to this episode to uncover how annual promises became an essential part of our lives- think ancient times and middle east.
Published 01/04/24
Listen to this episode to discover how the true American cowboy was Black, learn about their invaluable contributions, and explore the enduring legacy they left on the cowboy way of life—despite what Hollywood would like us to believe.
Published 09/21/23
Listen to explore how Black folks have been riding waves since the 1640s. From the past to current day, we'll uncover the untold stories of Black surfers who've left their mark and those continuing to make waves.
Published 08/04/23
Kick off Barbie Movie premiere weekend by uncovering how Barbie came to be 1959 and how we got the first Black Barbie 21 years later (That took too long!). From Francie's flop to Barbie's side kick, discover how the head designer at Mattel finally got the Black Barbie right.
Published 07/21/23
From creating oyster harvesting techniques to establishing thriving Black oyster towns, and even to the fascinating story of the Oyster King, explore the remarkable contributions Black people made to shape the oyster industry and the ways we eat and harvest oysters today.
Published 07/13/23
We're going outside this summer on the podcast, bringing together the joy of summertime with uncovering untold histories that center around 4 summer-themed topics.
Published 07/13/23
Did you know there was a time when July 4th was a Black holiday? Yep! Listen to find out when, why, and how Black folks made July 4th their own holiday, while also learning the remarkable ways movements and activists have used America's Birthday to continue the ongoing fight for equality.
Published 06/29/23
Listen in as we delve into the rich history of Juneteenth, as we discover 10 captivating facts while embarking on a reflective journey of our podcast's beginnings on this special and historic day.
Published 06/15/23
Kick off Pride with a captivating exploration of the vibrant history, symbolism, and influential figures behind the LGBTQ+ movement, uncovering seven must-know facts about the origins of Pride Month.
Published 06/01/23
From ancient dental adornments to their explosion in hip-hop culture, listen to this episode to explore how grillz came to be, their cultural significance, and the enduring popularity of this iconic symbol of style and self-expression.
Published 05/18/23
Did you know that procrastination isn't about laziness? From ancient philosophers to modern-day neuroscience, this episode explores the historic and scientific reasons why we procrastinate and offers tips to overcome it. Whether you're a chronic procrastinator or just curious about the science behind this common behavior, this episode is a must-listen NOW not later ;-)
Published 05/04/23
Did you know that Black folks are 3 to 5 times more likely to get audited by the IRS? Listen to this episode to learn other ways that tax policies target Black and Brown folks featuring Tax Law Professor and author Dorothy A. Brown, who breaks down how the U.S. tax system unfairly disadvantages Black Americans by giving preferential treatment to wealthy White individuals through various policies, like mortgage tax deductions, plus she shares solutions on how the IRS can fix this.
Published 04/13/23
Kicking off February with 6 Things We Should Know about Black History Month. In this quick 14-min episode learn that the 1st Black History Month was 56 days long and other important facts that wasn’t in our textbooks.
Published 02/01/23
Ever wondered how Martin Luther King's birthday became a Federal holiday? Listen to this solo episode to uncover how Stevie Wonder, Coretta Scott King, and more got us to have every 3rd Monday in January off to honor the great Martin Luther King Jr. on his solar return day.
Published 01/12/23
Kick off your new year learning about this viral scientific phenomenon that proved that us humans are more motivated to concur goals in new moments- like a new year, new week, new month, new location, etc. Listen to this solo dolo episode to uncover the good and dark side to starting anew.
Published 01/05/23
Simply put, Social media is the most significant invention of the 21st century, and you and I are here to witness the revolution. Listen to this episode with guest Social Media Strategist, Natasha Samuel to uncover the history of social media, its impact on society and its future.
Published 12/01/22
Does the looming recession have you ready to withdraw your money from the bank, dig a hole, and bury your money and head in the sand until someone gives the "all clear signal"? If so, you're not alone, but I NEED you to put down the shovel and tune into this episode of That Wasn't In My Textbook.
Published 11/17/22
Listen to this quick solo episode to uncover 9 facts we all should know about Juneteenth, a day that commemorates the ending of slavery in the United States -that was also recently made into a federal holiday in the US.
Published 06/18/22
Kick off Memorial Day weekend uncovering the overlooked Black History of Memorial Day in this solo episode.
Published 05/28/22
Listen to this quick 4-minute solo episode to uncover why and how major cities in the US go hard for this yearly Mexican holiday that's not even celebrated in Mexico and is often confused for Mexican Independence Day.
Published 05/05/22