Michael Harriot

Adena and Kara talk to writer and self-proclaimed Wypipologist  Michael Harriot. The South Carolina native is well known for his wit, cultural commentary, and gift of mixing humor and historical context. In this episode, Michael breaks down the discipline of Wypipology, Black humor, and the story behind his coining of the phrase "invited to the cookout." (Yes, he's the one who came up with it.)Michael is the host of the recently launched TheGrio Daily podcast, produced by theGrio Black Podcast Network. He has also authored a book, "Black AF History: The Un-Whitewashed Story of America," which is available for pre-order now. Follow @BlackbeltVoices on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSEdited and produced by: Katrina Dupins and Prentice Dupins Jr.Music: Prentice Dupins Jr.Logo Design: Kara Darling CreativeThe Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of  Blackbelt Media LLC.

Adena and Kara talk to writer and self-proclaimed Wypipologist  <a href="https://www.michaelharriot.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Michael Harriot</a>. The South Carolina native is well known for his wit, cultural commentary, and gift of mixing humor and historical context. In this episode, Michael breaks down the discipline of Wypipology, Black humor, and the story behind his coining of the phrase "invited to the cookout." (Yes, he's the one who came up with it.)Michael is the host of the recently launched <a href="https://thegrio.com/podcasts/thegrio-daily/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TheGrio Daily</a> podcast, produced by <a href="https://thegrio.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">theGrio</a> Black Podcast Network. He has also authored a book, "<a href="https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/black-af-history-michael-harriot/1138332192" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Black AF History: The Un-Whitewashed Story of America</a>," which is available for pre-order now. Follow @BlackbeltVoices on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/blackbeltvoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSEdited and produced by: Katrina Dupins and Prentice Dupins Jr.Music: Prentice Dupins Jr.Logo Design: <a href="https://www.karadarlingcreative.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kara Darling Creative</a>The Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of <a href="https://blackbeltvoices.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Blackbelt Media LLC.</a>

Michael Harriot: The King of Breaking It Down

La'Twana Scott, the owner of Sweet Mama T's in El Dorado, Arkansas, developed a reputation as a great cook at an early age. The El Dorado native enjoys cooking for people and got her start from helping her mom as a child. Eventually, with the help of Southern Bancorp, Scott found the perfect location for her restaurant.  Find out more about Sweet Mama T's by visiting her Facebook page. Season 3 of Blackbelt Voices is brought to you by Southern Bancorp.Southern Bancorp is one of America’s oldest and largest community development financial institutions, founded to provide underserved communities with access to capital and the wealth-building tools needed to grow. On the web at BankSouthern.com and SouthernPartners.org.CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices. 

La'Twana Scott, the owner of Sweet Mama T's in El Dorado, Arkansas, developed a reputation as a great cook at an early age. The El Dorado native enjoys cooking for people and got her start from helping her mom as a child. Eventually, with the help of Southern Bancorp, Scott found the perfect location for her restaurant.  Find out more about Sweet Mama T's by<a href="https://www.facebook.com/SweetMamaTs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> visiting her Facebook page</a>. Season 3 of Blackbelt Voices is brought to you by Southern Bancorp.Southern Bancorp is one of America’s oldest and largest community development financial institutions, founded to provide underserved communities with access to capital and the wealth-building tools needed to grow. On the web at <a href="https://banksouthern.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BankSouthern.com</a> and <a href="https://southernpartners.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SouthernPartners.org.</a>CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/blackbeltvoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.

Turn to Your Neighbor: La'Twana Scott - El Dorado, Arkansas

On episode 37 of Blackbelt Voices, we continue our conversation about Black food, this time focusing on barbecue. Guest Michael “Mike D” De Los Santos of North Carolina walks us through his journey of becoming an expert on the topic, which eventually led to him creating his own sauces and rubs and selling through his company, Mike D’s. Mike’s journey to becoming a small business owner has uplifting and heartbreaking turns, including the loss of his infant son Aaron, which he wrote about in a book he authored called “My Heart Warrior: Living With HLHS Through A Father’s Eyes.” Mike and his business was also featured on Discovery Channel’s “I Quit.” Season 3 of Blackbelt Voices is brought to you by Southern Bancorp.Southern Bancorp is one of America’s oldest and largest community development financial institutions, founded to provide underserved communities with access to capital and the wealth-building tools needed to grow. On the web at BankSouthern.com and SouthernPartners.org.CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSEdited and produced by: Katrina Dupins and Prentice Dupins Jr.Music: Prentice Dupins Jr.Logo Design: Kara Darling CreativeThe Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of Blackbelt Media LLC.

On episode 37 of Blackbelt Voices, we continue our conversation about Black food, this time focusing on barbecue. Guest Michael “Mike D” De Los Santos of North Carolina walks us through his journey of becoming an expert on the topic, which eventually led to him creating his own sauces and rubs and selling through his company, <a href="https://www.mikedsbbq.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mike D</a>’s. Mike’s journey to becoming a small business owner has uplifting and heartbreaking turns, including the loss of his infant son Aaron, which he wrote about in a book he authored called “<a href="https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/my-heart-warrior-michael-de-los-santos/1113782812" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">My Heart Warrior: Living With HLHS Through A Father’s Eyes</a>.” Mike and his business was also featured on <a href="https://www.discovery.com/shows/i-quit" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Discovery Channel’s “I Quit</a>.” Season 3 of Blackbelt Voices is brought to you by Southern Bancorp.Southern Bancorp is one of America’s oldest and largest community development financial institutions, founded to provide underserved communities with access to capital and the wealth-building tools needed to grow. On the web at <a href="https://banksouthern.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BankSouthern.com</a> and <a href="https://southernpartners.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SouthernPartners.org.</a>CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/blackbeltvoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSEdited and produced by: Katrina Dupins and Prentice Dupins Jr.Music: Prentice Dupins Jr.Logo Design: <a href="https://www.karadarlingcreative.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kara Darling Creative</a>The Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of<a href="https://blackbeltvoices.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Blackbelt Media LLC.</a>

SOUL FOOD - Farm to Table: The Table

Gerald Harris

In episode 36 of Blackbelt Voices, Adena and Kara continue the conversation about Black food culture – this time from an agricultural angle. Our guest, Gerald Harris, along with his partners Derek Beasley and Gabrielle E.W. Carter (who was featured in the Netflix series High on the Hog  as well as The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal)started Tall Grass Food Box, a community-supported agricultural model (CSA). Gerald told us about a Tuskegee professor named Booker T. Whatley who many call the godfather of CSA. He is best known for his regenerative farming system, in combination with the direct-marketing concept of a customer harvesting operation known as pick-your-own. Dr. Whatley has been said to be 30 years ahead of his time. Lots of experts in the field still refer to his 10 commandments for small farmers. Gerald also pointed to the 1920 Census, which shows the number of Black farmers in America Peaked at  949,889. In 2019 there were just over 45,000 Black farmers according to figures from the US Department of Agriculture. Tall Grass was born out of the pandemic. So Gerald says they’ve learned a lot about the CSA business space, who they could trust, and how to help. They have been expanding. Some other positive outcomes include they now have a refrigerated vehicle. Those funds were raised by their community and people who wanted to see them succeed.Thanks to Gerald for being a guest on our podcast. Check out Tall Grass on Facebook or Instagram or send them a note via email: hello@tallgrassnc.com.Season 3 of Blackbelt Voices is brought to you by Southern Bancorp.Southern Bancorp is one of America’s oldest and largest community development financial institutions, founded to provide underserved communities with access to capital and the wealth-building tools needed to grow. On the web at BankSouthern.com and SouthernPartners.org.CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSEdited and produced by: Katrina Dupins and Prentice Dupins Jr.Music: Prentice Dupins Jr.Logo Design: Kara Darling CreativeThe Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of Blackbelt Media LLC.

In episode 36 of Blackbelt Voices, Adena and Kara continue the conversation about Black food culture – this time from an agricultural angle. Our guest, Gerald Harris, along with his partners Derek Beasley and Gabrielle E.W. Carter (who was featured in the Netflix series <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2021/05/17/dining/osayi-endolyn-high-on-the-hog.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">High on the Hog</a>  as well as <a href="https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1022283-country-panzanella-with-watermelon-dressing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The New York Times</a> and <a href="https://www.wsj.com/articles/smoky-burnt-sugar-beet-cornbread-11621617664?cx_artPos=4&amp;cx_testId=3&amp;cx_testVariant=cx_17&amp;mod=WTRN%23cxrecs_s" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Wall Street Journal</a>)started <a href="https://www.tallgrassnc.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tall Grass Food Box</a>, a community-supported agricultural model (CSA). Gerald told us about a Tuskegee professor named Booker T. Whatley who many call the godfather of CSA. He is best known for his regenerative farming system, in combination with the direct-marketing concept of a customer harvesting operation known as pick-your-own. Dr. Whatley has been said to be 30 years ahead of his time. Lots of experts in the field still refer to his <a href="https://sowtrueseed.com/blogs/gardening/the-godfather-of-csa-community-supported-agriculture" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">10 commandments for small farmers</a>. Gerald also pointed to the 1920 Census, which shows the number of Black farmers in America Peaked at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2019/apr/29/why-have-americas-black-farmers-disappeared#:~:text=The%20number%20of%20black%20farmers,mere%200.52%25%20of%20America's%20farmland." rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> 949,889</a>. In 2019 there were just over 45,000 Black farmers according to figures from the US Department of Agriculture.  Tall Grass was born out of the pandemic. So Gerald says they’ve learned a lot about the CSA business space, who they could trust, and how to help. They have been expanding. Some other positive outcomes include they now have a refrigerated vehicle. Those funds were raised by their community and people who wanted to see them succeed.Thanks to Gerald for being a guest on our podcast. Check out Tall Grass on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/TallGrassFoodBox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> or <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tallgrassfoodbox/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> or send them a note via email: <a href="mailto:hello@tallgrassnc.com">hello@tallgrassnc.com.</a>Season 3 of Blackbelt Voices is brought to you by Southern Bancorp.Southern Bancorp is one of America’s oldest and largest community development financial institutions, founded to provide underserved communities with access to capital and the wealth-building tools needed to grow. On the web at <a href="https://banksouthern.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BankSouthern.com</a> and <a href="https://southernpartners.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SouthernPartners.org.</a>CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/blackbeltvoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSEdited and produced by: Katrina Dupins and Prentice Dupins Jr.Music: Prentice Dupins Jr.Logo Design: <a href="https://www.karadarlingcreative.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kara Darling Creative</a>The Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of<a href="https://blackbeltvoices.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Blackbelt Media LLC.</a>

Black Food Culture: Gerald Harris on the sustainability of Black farmers in North Carolina

Ashanté M. Reese

We’re starting a new series of episodes about Black Food Culture, which is a very broad topic to tackle. It can be fun, but it is also deep. Ashante Reese, Ph.D. is a writer, teacher, and anthropologist who works at the intersection of critical food studies and Black geographies. Her latest book, “Black Food Matters: Racial Justice in the Wake of Food Justice, enters two conversations at once: one that concerns the persistent threats to Black life and another that concerns problems produced by the increasingly global and corporatized food system.”Dr. Reese recommends some texts for our listeners who are interested in learning more about BlackFood studies. They include Building Houses out of Chicken Legs by Psyche A. Williams-Forson; and  Dethroning the Deceitful Porkchop, a collection of essays that basically interrogate the concept of soul food.And for an even deeper dive, here are some of Reese's food-related recommended readings. Season 3 of Blackbelt Voices is brought to you by Southern Bancorp.Southern Bancorp is one of America’s oldest and largest community development financial institutions, founded to provide underserved communities with access to capital and the wealth-building tools needed to grow. On the web at BankSouthern.com and SouthernPartners.org.CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSEdited and produced by: Katrina Dupins and Prentice Dupins Jr.Music: Prentice Dupins Jr.Logo Design: Kara Darling CreativeThe Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of Blackbelt Media LLC.

We’re starting a new series of episodes about Black Food Culture, which is a very broad topic to tackle. It can be fun, but it is also deep. Ashante Reese, Ph.D. is a writer, teacher, and anthropologist who works at the intersection of critical food studies and Black geographies. Her latest book, “<a href="https://www.upress.umn.edu/book-division/books/black-food-matters" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Black Food Matters: Racial Justice in the Wake of Food Justice</a>, enters two conversations at once: one that concerns the persistent threats to Black life and another that concerns problems produced by the increasingly global and corporatized food system.”Dr. Reese recommends some texts for our listeners who are interested in learning more about BlackFood studies. They include <a href="https://uncpress.org/book/9780807856864/building-houses-out-of-chicken-legs/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Building Houses out of Chicken Legs</a> by Psyche A. Williams-Forson; and  <a href="https://www.uapress.com/product/dethroning-the-deceitful-pork-chop/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dethroning the Deceitful Porkchop</a>, a collection of essays that basically interrogate the concept of soul food.And for an even deeper dive,<a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vydoUPi325f19kuZCd8YLNcbmxi9ELczdZhj0pEDtvI/edit" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> here are some of Reese's food-related recommended readings. </a>Season 3 of Blackbelt Voices is brought to you by Southern Bancorp.Southern Bancorp is one of America’s oldest and largest community development financial institutions, founded to provide underserved communities with access to capital and the wealth-building tools needed to grow. On the web at <a href="https://banksouthern.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BankSouthern.com</a> and <a href="https://southernpartners.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SouthernPartners.org.</a>CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/blackbeltvoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSEdited and produced by: Katrina Dupins and Prentice Dupins Jr.Music: Prentice Dupins Jr.Logo Design: <a href="https://www.karadarlingcreative.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kara Darling Creative</a>The Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of<a href="https://blackbeltvoices.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Blackbelt Media LLC.</a>

Black Food Culture: Dr. Ashanté M. Reese on her book, Black Food Matters

Jennifer Williams

Jennifer Williams of Cleveland, Mississippi, always knew she wanted to be a teacher. When she was a girl, her favorite game was playing school.Williams is teaching future teachers at the Cleveland Career Development and Technology Center. Once a week, her students get to serve as teacher's assistants, giving them a realistic feel of what it could be like to run a classroom. The center offers a practical learning environment designed to prepare students for employment or future study in various skill areas ranging from auto mechanics and welding to health and public safety. As an adult, Williams continues to learn and pass along those lessons to her students. Several years ago, she went through some financial hardship and needed extra funds to get her through to the next month. A friend suggested she try a payday lender. Nine loans later and drowning in debt, Williams found help with Southern Bancorp. Season 3 of Blackbelt Voices is brought to you by Southern Bancorp.Southern Bancorp is one of America’s oldest and largest community development financial institutions, founded to provide underserved communities with access to capital and the wealth-building tools needed to grow. On the web at BankSouthern.com and SouthernPartners.org.CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.

<a href="https://banksouthern.com/jennifer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jennifer Williams</a> of Cleveland, Mississippi, always knew she wanted to be a teacher. When she was a girl, her favorite game was playing school.Williams is teaching future teachers at the Cleveland Career Development and Technology Center. Once a week, her students get to serve as teacher's assistants, giving them a realistic feel of what it could be like to run a classroom. The center offers a practical learning environment designed to prepare students for employment or future study in various skill areas ranging from auto mechanics and welding to health and public safety. As an adult, Williams continues to learn and pass along those lessons to her students. Several years ago, she went through some financial hardship and needed extra funds to get her through to the next month. A friend suggested she try a payday lender. Nine loans later and drowning in debt, Williams found help with Southern Bancorp. Season 3 of Blackbelt Voices is brought to you by Southern Bancorp.Southern Bancorp is one of America’s oldest and largest community development financial institutions, founded to provide underserved communities with access to capital and the wealth-building tools needed to grow. On the web at <a href="https://banksouthern.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BankSouthern.com</a> and <a href="https://southernpartners.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SouthernPartners.org.</a>CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/blackbeltvoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.

Turn to Your Neighbor: Jennifer Williams - Cleveland, Mississippi

On episode 33 of the Blackbelt Voices podcast, we are continuing our discussion on the Cost of Racism. This week we’re focused on building community wealth with Tim Lampkin, the CEO and founder of Higher Purpose Co., a  501(c)(3) economic justice nonprofit that supports and encourages ownership of financial, cultural, and political power in Black communities.  Tim Lampkin, for about as long as he could remember, always had a passion for helping others and being a part of something bigger than himself. His life journey and mentor helped shaped him into the entrepreneur he is today. Season 3 of Blackbelt Voices is brought to you by Southern Bancorp.Southern Bancorp is one of America’s oldest and largest community development financial institutions, founded to provide underserved communities with access to capital and the wealth-building tools needed to grow. On the web at BankSouthern.com and SouthernPartners.org.CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSEdited and produced by: Katrina Dupins and Prentice Dupins Jr.Music: Prentice Dupins Jr.Logo Design: Kara Darling CreativeThe Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of Blackbelt Media LLC. 

On episode 33 of the Blackbelt Voices podcast, we are continuing our discussion on the Cost of Racism. This week we’re focused on building community wealth with <a href="http://www.timlampkin.com/about" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tim Lampkin</a>, the CEO and founder of <a href="https://higherpurposeco.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Higher Purpose Co.</a>, a  501(c)(3) economic justice nonprofit that supports and encourages ownership of financial, cultural, and political power in Black communities.  Tim Lampkin, for about as long as he could remember, always had a passion for helping others and being a part of something bigger than himself. His life journey and mentor helped shaped him into the entrepreneur he is today. Season 3 of Blackbelt Voices is brought to you by Southern Bancorp.Southern Bancorp is one of America’s oldest and largest community development financial institutions, founded to provide underserved communities with access to capital and the wealth-building tools needed to grow. On the web at <a href="https://banksouthern.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BankSouthern.com</a> and <a href="https://southernpartners.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SouthernPartners.org.</a>CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/blackbeltvoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSEdited and produced by: Katrina Dupins and Prentice Dupins Jr.Music: Prentice Dupins Jr.Logo Design: <a href="https://www.karadarlingcreative.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kara Darling Creative</a>The Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of<a href="https://blackbeltvoices.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Blackbelt Media LLC. </a>

The Cost of Racism: Tim Lampkin on building community wealth

Cheryl Hampton grew up on a farm in Marianna on the same property where her great-great-grandfather lived. He grew lots of vegetables in his garden including sweet potatoes, greens, and okra. Cheryl still lives and gardens on the property today. When her nieces and nephews come to visit she shows them everything she knows, and they’re always excited to learn.  https://blackbeltvoices.com/2021/12/28/turn-to-your-neighbor-cheryl-hampton Season 3 of Blackbelt Voices is brought to you by Southern Bancorp.Southern Bancorp is one of America’s oldest and largest community development financial institutions, founded to provide underserved communities with access to capital and the wealth-building tools needed to grow. On the web at BankSouthern.com and SouthernPartners.org.CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.

Cheryl Hampton grew up on a farm in Marianna on the same property where her great-great-grandfather lived. He grew lots of vegetables in his garden including sweet potatoes, greens, and okra. Cheryl still lives and gardens on the property today. When her nieces and nephews come to visit she shows them everything she knows, and they’re always excited to learn.  <a href="https://blackbeltvoices.com/2021/12/28/turn-to-your-neighbor-cheryl-hampton" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://blackbeltvoices.com/2021/12/28/turn-to-your-neighbor-cheryl-hampton</a> Season 3 of Blackbelt Voices is brought to you by Southern Bancorp.Southern Bancorp is one of America’s oldest and largest community development financial institutions, founded to provide underserved communities with access to capital and the wealth-building tools needed to grow. On the web at <a href="https://banksouthern.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BankSouthern.com</a> and <a href="https://southernpartners.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SouthernPartners.org.</a>CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/blackbeltvoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.

Turn to Your Neighbor: Cheryl Hampton - Marianna, Arkansas

Episode 31 of the Blackbelt Voices podcast begins a new series of episodes called the Cost of Racism. During the next month, we’ll dive into the ideas of economic equity and building wealth for Black communities. Today’s guest is Darrin Williams, CEO of Southern Bancorp.Williams, who studied law and practiced as a lawyer for many years, wanted to help people understand money, climb out of poverty and bridge the racial wealth gap.Season 3 of Blackbelt Voices is brought to you by Southern Bancorp.Southern Bancorp is one of America’s oldest and largest community development financial institutions, founded to provide underserved communities with access to capital and the wealth-building tools needed to grow. On the web at BankSouthern.com and SouthernPartners.org.CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSEdited and produced by: Katrina Dupins and Prentice Dupins Jr.Music: Prentice Dupins Jr.Logo Design: Kara Darling CreativeThe Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of Blackbelt Media LLC. 

Episode 31 of the Blackbelt Voices podcast begins a new series of episodes called the Cost of Racism. During the next month, we’ll dive into the ideas of economic equity and building wealth for Black communities. Today’s guest is Darrin Williams, CEO of Southern Bancorp.Williams, who studied law and practiced as a lawyer for many years, wanted to help people understand money, climb out of poverty and bridge the racial wealth gap.Season 3 of Blackbelt Voices is brought to you by Southern Bancorp.Southern Bancorp is one of America’s oldest and largest community development financial institutions, founded to provide underserved communities with access to capital and the wealth-building tools needed to grow. On the web at <a href="https://banksouthern.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BankSouthern.com</a> and <a href="https://southernpartners.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SouthernPartners.org.</a>CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/blackbeltvoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSEdited and produced by: Katrina Dupins and Prentice Dupins Jr.Music: Prentice Dupins Jr.Logo Design: <a href="https://www.karadarlingcreative.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kara Darling Creative</a>The Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of<a href="https://blackbeltvoices.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Blackbelt Media LLC. </a>

The Cost of Racism: Darrin Williams on economic equity and wealth building

Amanda Hunter

This Turn to Your Neighbor segment features Amanda Hunter, a registered nurse who lives in Central Arkansas. Amanda is very interested in exploring her family tree. She wanted to see how far she could go back into her family’s history and found  through her journey a valuable perspective she applies directly to her own life. Season 3 of Blackbelt Voices is brought to you by Southern Bancorp.Southern Bancorp is one of America’s oldest and largest community development financial institutions, founded to provide underserved communities with access to capital and the wealth-building tools needed to grow. On the web at BankSouthern.com and SouthernPartners.org.CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.

This Turn to Your Neighbor segment features Amanda Hunter, a registered nurse who lives in Central Arkansas. Amanda is very interested in exploring her family tree. She wanted to see how far she could go back into her family’s history and found  through her journey a valuable perspective she applies directly to her own life. Season 3 of Blackbelt Voices is brought to you by Southern Bancorp.Southern Bancorp is one of America’s oldest and largest community development financial institutions, founded to provide underserved communities with access to capital and the wealth-building tools needed to grow. On the web at <a href="https://banksouthern.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BankSouthern.com</a> and <a href="https://southernpartners.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SouthernPartners.org.</a>CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/blackbeltvoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.

Turn to Your Neighbor: Amanda Hunter - Mayflower, Arkansas

The Blackbelt Voices podcast tells stories from and about Black folks down South that honor our history, celebrate our culture, and shape our future. Through first-person narratives and in-depth conversations, hosts Adena J. White, Kara Wilkins, and Katrina Dupins share the experiences of Black Southerners living in, loving, and reconciling with the region we call home. Music: Prentice Dupins Jr. Logo Design: Kara Darling Creative

Happy Thanksgiving, Blackbelt Voices fam. In this week’s episode we’re talking about genealogy. It is part of the “Preserving our History” series. For Nicka Sewell-Smith, learning about her family history is much more than a hobby. Nicka has more than 20 years of experience as a genealogist and has learned so much about not only her own family, but also American History. We think you’ll enjoy listening to our conversation with Nicka, and when you’re done check out her web series, BlackProGen LIVE. Season 3 of Blackbelt Voices is brought to you by Southern Bancorp.Southern Bancorp is one of America’s oldest and largest community development financial institutions, founded to provide underserved communities with access to capital and the wealth-building tools needed to grow. On the web at BankSouthern.com and SouthernPartners.org.CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSEdited and produced by: Katrina Dupins and Prentice Dupins Jr.Music: Prentice Dupins Jr.Logo Design: Kara Darling CreativeThe Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of Blackbelt Media LLC. 

Happy Thanksgiving, Blackbelt Voices fam. In this week’s episode we’re talking about genealogy. It is part of the “Preserving our History” series. For <a href="https://www.whoisnickasmith.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nicka Sewell-Smith</a>, learning about her family history is much more than a hobby. Nicka has more than 20 years of experience as a genealogist and has learned so much about not only her own family, but also American History. We think you’ll enjoy listening to our conversation with Nicka, and when you’re done check out her web series, BlackProGen LIVE. Season 3 of Blackbelt Voices is brought to you by Southern Bancorp.Southern Bancorp is one of America’s oldest and largest community development financial institutions, founded to provide underserved communities with access to capital and the wealth-building tools needed to grow. On the web at <a href="https://banksouthern.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BankSouthern.com</a> and <a href="https://southernpartners.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SouthernPartners.org.</a>CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/blackbeltvoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSEdited and produced by: Katrina Dupins and Prentice Dupins Jr.Music: Prentice Dupins Jr.Logo Design: <a href="https://www.karadarlingcreative.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kara Darling Creative</a>The Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of<a href="https://blackbeltvoices.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Blackbelt Media LLC. </a>

Preserving Our History: Nicka Sewell-Smith on genealogy and family history

The Ozark Foothills African-American History Museum would not have been possible without the work of  Albessie Thompson,  the subject of this Turn to Your Neighbor segment. Born and raised in Twin Groves, Arkansas, Thompson has worked tirelessly for the past 30 years to preserve the history of her hometown. We continue the "Preserving Our History" series with a closer look at this museum in Twin Groves, Arkansas.Find out more by visiting the Ozark Foothills African-American History Museum’s Facebook page. Season 3 of Blackbelt Voices is brought to you by Southern Bancorp.Southern Bancorp is one of America’s oldest and largest community development financial institutions, founded to provide underserved communities with access to capital and the wealth-building tools needed to grow. On the web at BankSouthern.com and SouthernPartners.org.CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSEdited and produced by: Katrina Dupins Logo Design: Kara Darling CreativeThe Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of Blackbelt Media LLC. 

The Ozark Foothills African-American History Museum would not have been possible without the work of  <a href="https://encyclopediaofarkansas.net/media/albessie-thompson-11861/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Albessie Thompson, </a> the subject of this Turn to Your Neighbor segment. Born and raised in Twin Groves, Arkansas, Thompson has worked tirelessly for the past 30 years to preserve the history of her hometown. We continue the "Preserving Our History" series with a closer look at this museum in Twin Groves, Arkansas.Find out more by visiting the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ozarkfoothillsmuseum" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ozark Foothills African-American History Museum’s Facebook page</a>. Season 3 of Blackbelt Voices is brought to you by Southern Bancorp.Southern Bancorp is one of America’s oldest and largest community development financial institutions, founded to provide underserved communities with access to capital and the wealth-building tools needed to grow. On the web at <a href="https://banksouthern.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BankSouthern.com</a> and <a href="https://southernpartners.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SouthernPartners.org.</a>CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/blackbeltvoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSEdited and produced by: Katrina Dupins Logo Design: <a href="https://www.karadarlingcreative.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kara Darling Creative</a>The Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of<a href="https://blackbeltvoices.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Blackbelt Media LLC. </a>

Turn to Your Neighbor: Albessie Thompson - Twin Groves, Arkansas

Blackbelt Voices continues its focus on “Preserving our History” with a closer look at the Mosaic Templars Cultural Center, a 35,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art museum on 9th Street in Little Rock. The museum, which is a part of the Department of Arkansas Heritage, became accredited by the American Alliance of Museums in April 2020. Quantia Fletcher was recently named director of the museum. She told us how she found her passion for telling stories of our ancestors and her role in creating the museum into what it is today. Check out the Mosaic Templars Cultural Center website and plan your trip to the museum. Admission is free! Season 3 of Blackbelt Voices is brought to you by Southern Bancorp.Southern Bancorp is one of America’s oldest and largest community development financial institutions, founded to provide underserved communities with access to capital and the wealth-building tools needed to grow. On the web at BankSouthern.com and SouthernPartners.org.CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSEdited and produced by: Katrina Dupins and Prentice Dupins Jr.Music: Prentice Dupins Jr.Logo Design: Kara Darling CreativeThe Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of Blackbelt Media LLC. 

Blackbelt Voices continues its focus on “Preserving our History” with a closer look at the <a href="https://www.arkansasheritage.com/mosaic-templars-cultural-center/mtcc-home" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mosaic Templars Cultural Center</a>, a 35,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art museum on 9th Street in Little Rock. The museum, which is a part of the Department of Arkansas Heritage, became accredited by the American Alliance of Museums in April 2020. Quantia Fletcher was recently named director of the museum. She told us how she found her passion for telling stories of our ancestors and her role in creating the museum into what it is today. <a href="https://www.arkansasheritage.com/mosaic-templars-cultural-center/mtcc-home" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Check out the Mosaic Templars Cultural Center website </a>and plan your trip to the museum. Admission is free! Season 3 of Blackbelt Voices is brought to you by Southern Bancorp.Southern Bancorp is one of America’s oldest and largest community development financial institutions, founded to provide underserved communities with access to capital and the wealth-building tools needed to grow. On the web at <a href="https://banksouthern.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BankSouthern.com</a> and <a href="https://southernpartners.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SouthernPartners.org.</a>CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/blackbeltvoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSEdited and produced by: Katrina Dupins and Prentice Dupins Jr.Music: Prentice Dupins Jr.Logo Design: <a href="https://www.karadarlingcreative.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kara Darling Creative</a>The Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of<a href="https://blackbeltvoices.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Blackbelt Media LLC. </a>

Preserving Our History: Mosaic Templars Cultural Center

American Reckoning is a component of PBS FRONTLINE's Un(re)solved multi-platform initiative investigating unsolved murders that happened in the Civil Rights Era. We sat down with filmmakers Yoruba Richen and Brad Lichtenstein who are working on a documentary about the events surrounding the 1967 murder of Wharlest Jackson Sr. in Natchez, Mississippi. Jackson is one of 150 cold case killings brought to light because of Congressman John Lewis’ Emmett Till Unsolved Civil Rights Crime Act. The film is expected to be released in February 2022.Season 3 of Blackbelt Voices is brought to you by Southern Bancorp.Southern Bancorp is one of America’s oldest and largest community development financial institutions, founded to provide underserved communities with access to capital and the wealth-building tools needed to grow. On the web at BankSouthern.com and SouthernPartners.org.CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSEdited and produced by: Katrina Dupins and Prentice Dupins Jr.Music: Prentice Dupins Jr.Logo Design: Kara Darling CreativeThe Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of Blackbelt Media LLC. 

American Reckoning is a component of <a href="https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/frontline/unresolved/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">PBS FRONTLINE's Un(re)solved</a> multi-platform initiative investigating unsolved murders that happened in the Civil Rights Era. We sat down with filmmakers <a href="https://twitter.com/redrubes14?lang=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Yoruba Richen</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/bradleylbar?lang=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Brad Lichtenstein</a> who are working on a documentary about the events surrounding the 1967 murder of Wharlest Jackson Sr. in Natchez, Mississippi. Jackson is one of 150 cold case killings brought to light because of Congressman John Lewis’ Emmett Till Unsolved Civil Rights Crime Act. The film is expected to be released in February 2022.Season 3 of Blackbelt Voices is brought to you by Southern Bancorp.Southern Bancorp is one of America’s oldest and largest community development financial institutions, founded to provide underserved communities with access to capital and the wealth-building tools needed to grow. On the web at <a href="https://banksouthern.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BankSouthern.com</a> and <a href="https://southernpartners.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SouthernPartners.org.</a>CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/blackbeltvoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSEdited and produced by: Katrina Dupins and Prentice Dupins Jr.Music: Prentice Dupins Jr.Logo Design: <a href="https://www.karadarlingcreative.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kara Darling Creative</a>The Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of<a href="https://blackbeltvoices.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Blackbelt Media LLC. </a>

Preserving Our History: American Reckoning

Blackbelt Voices is coming back for our third season in mid-October. We can’t wait for you to hear from our fantastic guests. They’re telling stories from and about Black folks down South that honor our history; celebrate our culture; and shape our future.Look for new episodes beginning next week. If you haven’t already, be sure to follow or subscribe to the Blackbelt Voices podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or wherever you like to listen. You can also connect with us online at blackbeltvoices.com or by following @BlackbeltVoices on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. 

Blackbelt Voices is coming back for our third season in mid-October. We can’t wait for you to hear from our fantastic guests. They’re telling stories from and about Black folks down South that honor our history; celebrate our culture; and shape our future.Look for new episodes beginning next week. If you haven’t already, be sure to follow or subscribe to the Blackbelt Voices podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or wherever you like to listen. You can also connect with us online at <a href="http://blackbeltvoices.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">blackbeltvoices.com</a> or by following @BlackbeltVoices on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Season 3 Preview

Color

In this episode, Adena and Kara talk to Kristy Carter, author and principal investigator of a newly released study about women of color business owners and entrepreneurs in Arkansas. The research was conducted by the University of Central Arkansas and the report commissioned by the Women’s Foundation of Arkansas. Women of color open businesses at extraordinary rates. The qualitative study explores why. This episode’s Turn to Your Neighbor feature is Shunqetta Cunningham, the CEO and Lead Grant Strategist of KHARIS Grants and Services. She also leads a group for Black women entrepreneurs called Over A Cup. Shunqetta  is one of the featured women in the study. Patricia Ashanti is the Founder and CEO of Delta Circles, Inc. As a native of Helena, Arkansas, she has always recognized the need for community service and had a desire to help families thrive. Delta Circles is a nonprofit organization providing programs and opportunities to challenge the way Black women think about themselves, their finances, and their businesses. Her WIN program is modeled after an African practice called susu. CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.Support other indie Black podcasts! Listen to You Had Me at Black wherever you get your podcasts. CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSEdited and produced by: Katrina Dupins and Prentice Dupins Jr.Music: Prentice Dupins Jr.Logo Design: Kara Darling CreativeThe Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of Blackbelt Media LLC. 

In this episode, Adena and Kara talk to Kristy Carter, author and principal investigator of a <a href="https://indd.adobe.com/view/27e88297-46ef-44ec-9f2c-ff96c16f65f3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">newly released study about women of color business owners and entrepreneurs in Arkansas.</a> The research was conducted by the University of Central Arkansas and the report commissioned by the Women’s Foundation of Arkansas. Women of color open businesses at extraordinary rates. The qualitative study explores why. This episode’s Turn to Your Neighbor feature is Shunqetta Cunningham, the CEO and Lead Grant Strategist of <a href="https://consultkharis.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">KHARIS Grants and Services</a>. She also leads a group for Black women entrepreneurs called <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ShunqettaOverACup" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Over A Cup</a>. Shunqetta  is one of the featured women in the study. Patricia Ashanti is the Founder and CEO of Delta Circles, Inc. As a native of Helena, Arkansas, she has always recognized the need for community service and had a desire to help families thrive. Delta Circles is a nonprofit organization providing programs and opportunities to challenge the way Black women think about themselves, their finances, and their businesses. <a href="https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2019/04/savings-empower-women-rural-africa-world-relief/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Her WIN program is modeled after an African practice called susu. </a>CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/blackbeltvoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.Support other indie Black podcasts! Listen to <a href="http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">You Had Me at Black</a> wherever you get your podcasts. CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSEdited and produced by: Katrina Dupins and Prentice Dupins Jr.Music: Prentice Dupins Jr.Logo Design: <a href="https://www.karadarlingcreative.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kara Darling Creative</a>The Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of<a href="https://blackbeltvoices.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Blackbelt Media LLC. </a>

Nevertheless, she persisted: Women of Color Business Owners

On Episode 22 of Blackbelt Voices, Adena and Kara have a conversation with Candice Barnes. Ed.D., an associate professor and distinguished equity fellow at the University of Central Arkansas College of Education. They talked about moving closer to diversity, equity, belonging, and inclusion in education and what steps educational systems, teachers, and future teachers can take to move toward that goal.They discussed the importance of having Black teachers in classrooms and a group of Black men elementary teachers in Oregon who are so rare they call themselves unicorns. This episode's turn to your neighbor segment features Kwadjo Boaitey, a middle school teacher in the Pulaski County Special School District in Little Rock, Arkansas.Interested in checking out Dr. Barnes' jewelry? Click here.  CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.Support other indie Black podcasts! Listen to You Had Me at Black wherever you get your podcasts. CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSEdited and produced by: Katrina Dupins and Prentice Dupins Jr.Music: Prentice Dupins Jr.Logo Design: Kara Darling CreativeThe Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of Blackbelt Media LLC.

On Episode 22 of Blackbelt Voices, Adena and Kara have a conversation with <a href="https://uca.edu/else/facultystaff/candice-barnes/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Candice Barnes. Ed.D.</a>, an associate professor and distinguished equity fellow at the University of Central Arkansas College of Education. They talked about moving closer to diversity, equity, belonging, and inclusion in education and what steps educational systems, teachers, and future teachers can take to move toward that goal.They discussed <a href="https://time.com/5876164/black-teachers/ https://www.today.com/news/how-these-black-elementary-school-teachers-are-trying-inspire-portland-t205998 https://aefpweb.org/sites/default/files/webform/42/LongRunMismatch_AEFP.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the importance of having Black teachers</a> in classrooms and a group of <a href="https://www.today.com/news/how-these-black-elementary-school-teachers-are-trying-inspire-portland-t205998 https://aefpweb.org/sites/default/files/webform/42/LongRunMismatch_AEFP.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Black men elementary teachers in Oregon </a>who are so rare they call themselves unicorns. This episode's turn to your neighbor segment features Kwadjo Boaitey, a middle school teacher in the Pulaski County Special School District in Little Rock, Arkansas.Interested in checking out Dr. Barnes' jewelry?<a href="https://instagram.com/couture_crafting_?igshid=sglzgoylyjwx " rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Click here. </a> CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/blackbeltvoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.Support other indie Black podcasts! Listen to <a href="http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">You Had Me at Black</a> wherever you get your podcasts. CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSEdited and produced by: Katrina Dupins and Prentice Dupins Jr.Music: Prentice Dupins Jr.Logo Design: <a href="https://www.karadarlingcreative.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kara Darling Creative</a>The Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of<a href="https://blackbeltvoices.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Blackbelt Media LLC.</a>

Equity in Education: Moving Beyond Window Dressing

Three people, from three backgrounds and generations, take a road trip using The Negro Motorist Green Book as their guide. Adena and Kara have a conversation with Alvin Hall and Janée Woods Weber about their living history podcast called Driving the Green Book. They talk about their podcast, their journey, life lessons, and behind-the-scenes adventures. In this episode's Turn to Your Neighbor segment, WellBrewed Coffee Co. founders plan to serve coffee with consciousness by driving resources and investments to the community. Jeremy Hill and Shantell Hinton Hill will dedicate a portion of their sales to Black leaders and entrepreneurs committed to social change.  Follow their progress on Instagram.  CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSEdited and produced by: Katrina Dupins and Prentice Dupins Jr.Music: Prentice Dupins Jr.Logo Design: Kara Darling CreativeThe Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of Blackbelt Media LLC.

Three people, from three backgrounds and generations, take a road trip using The Negro Motorist Green Book as their guide. Adena and Kara have a conversation with Alvin Hall and Janée Woods Weber about their living history podcast called <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/driving-the-green-book/id1519839250?mt=2&amp;at=1l3vqYV&amp;ct=drivinggreenbook&amp;itscg=80085&amp;itsct=pod_macmillan_drivinggreenbook" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Driving the Green Book.</a> They talk about their podcast, their journey, life lessons, and behind-the-scenes adventures. In this episode's Turn to Your Neighbor segment, <a href="https://www.wellbrewedcoffeeco.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">WellBrewed Coffee Co.</a> founders plan to serve coffee with consciousness by driving resources and investments to the community. Jeremy Hill and Shantell Hinton Hill will dedicate a portion of their sales to Black leaders and entrepreneurs committed to social change.  Follow their progress on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/wellbrewedcoffeeco/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>.  CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/blackbeltvoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSEdited and produced by: Katrina Dupins and Prentice Dupins Jr.Music: Prentice Dupins Jr.Logo Design: <a href="https://www.karadarlingcreative.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kara Darling Creative</a>The Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of<a href="https://blackbeltvoices.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Blackbelt Media LLC.</a>

Living History: Driving the Green Book

Happy Black History Month. February 1 marks the anniversary of President Abraham Lincoln signing a resolution that would later become the 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. On this episode, Adena and Kara address some eyebrow-raising legislation aimed at restricting teaching on social justice and diversity. We ask Stacey McAdoo, longtime educator and 2019 Arkansas Teacher of the Year, to weigh in. You can find out more about Stacey by visiting her website or following her on Twitter.  CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSEdited and produced by: Katrina Dupins and Prentice Dupins Jr.Music: Prentice Dupins Jr.Logo Design: Kara Darling CreativeThe Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of Blackbelt Media LLC.

Happy Black History Month. February 1 marks the anniversary of President Abraham Lincoln signing a resolution that would later become the 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. On this episode, Adena and Kara address some eyebrow-raising legislation aimed at restricting teaching on social justice and diversity. We ask Stacey McAdoo, longtime educator and 2019 Arkansas Teacher of the Year, to weigh in. You can find out more about Stacey by visiting her <a href="https://stillstacey.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a> or following her on <a href="https://twitter.com/2019atoy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>.  CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/blackbeltvoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSEdited and produced by: Katrina Dupins and Prentice Dupins Jr.Music: Prentice Dupins Jr.Logo Design: <a href="https://www.karadarlingcreative.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kara Darling Creative</a>The Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of<a href="https://blackbeltvoices.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Blackbelt Media LLC.</a>

What is a History Teacher Supposed to Teach?

Blackbelt Voices wraps up 2020 with tips on setting goals, job hunting, and protecting your peace.  Kara and Adena talked to Leigh Oliver, a talent acquisition coordinator in Nashville who gave us a glimpse into the mind of a job recruiter. Have questions about your resume or need job recruiting tips? Our guest today said she would be happy to help. Email Leigh Oliver.This episode’s Turn to Your Neighbor segment features Tenethrea Buffington, a licensed professional counselor in Georgia. You can  reach Tenethrea here.CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSEdited and produced by: Katrina Dupins and Prentice Dupins Jr.Music: Prentice Dupins Jr.Logo Design: Kara Darling CreativeThe Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of Blackbelt Media LLC. 

Blackbelt Voices wraps up 2020 with tips on setting goals, job hunting, and protecting your peace.  Kara and Adena talked to Leigh Oliver, a talent acquisition coordinator in Nashville who gave us a glimpse into the mind of a job recruiter. Have questions about your resume or need job recruiting tips? Our guest today said she would be happy to help.<a href="mailto:LOliver@weioffice.com"> Email Leigh Oliver.</a>This episode’s Turn to Your Neighbor segment features <a href="http://www.tenethreabuffington.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tenethrea Buffington</a>, a licensed professional counselor in Georgia. <a href="tenethrea@gmail.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">You can  reach Tenethrea here.</a>CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/blackbeltvoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSEdited and produced by: Katrina Dupins and Prentice Dupins Jr.Music: Prentice Dupins Jr.Logo Design: <a href="https://www.karadarlingcreative.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kara Darling Creative</a>The Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of <a href="https://blackbeltvoices.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Blackbelt Media LLC</a>.

Goal Setting, Job Hunting, and Protecting Your Peace

I just sat and listened to every episode of this show. It’s unapologetically black and unapologetically southern.

The south has something to say

Thank you all for this! This is Rich with History! We appreciate y’all!!

Needed!!

The Blackbelt Voices podcast tells stories from and about Black folks down South that honor our history, celebrate our culture, and shape our future. Through first-person narratives and in-depth conversations, hosts Adena J. White, Kara Wilkins, and Katrina Dupins share the experiences of Black Southerners living in, loving, and reconciling with the region we call home. Music: Prentice Dupins Jr. Logo Design: Kara Darling Creative

Blackbelt Voices

In the early morning hours of May 6, 1960, Marvin Leonard Williams died in police custody at the former Faulkner County jail in Conway, Arkansas. He was arrested the night before — the same night his parents and siblings lost everything they owned in a tornado. Twenty-five years later, two officers were charged with murder after Marvin’s parents received new information regarding their son’s death. His younger brother, Ronnie Williams, went on a fact-finding mission to seek justice for his brother and get to the bottom of a 25-year cover-up.CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSEdited and produced by: Katrina Dupins and Prentice Dupins Jr.Music: Prentice Dupins Jr.The Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of Blackbelt Media LLC. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In the early morning hours of May 6, 1960, Marvin Leonard Williams died in police custody at the former Faulkner County jail in Conway, Arkansas. He was arrested the night before — the same night his parents and siblings lost everything they owned in a tornado. Twenty-five years later, two officers were charged with murder after Marvin’s parents received new information regarding their son’s death. His younger brother, Ronnie Williams, went on a fact-finding mission to seek justice for his brother and get to the bottom of a 25-year cover-up.CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/blackbeltvoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSEdited and produced by: Katrina Dupins and Prentice Dupins Jr.Music: Prentice Dupins Jr.The Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of <a href="https://blackbeltvoices.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Blackbelt Media LLC</a>. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

The truth always comes out (Part II)

No, your brother was murdered (Part I)

Talent is there; they just need an opportunity. Executive director and lead maker of the Arkansas Regional Innovation Hub, Chris Jones, Ph.D., talks to hosts Adena and Kara about his life experiences and his passion to help people realize their full potential. Visit blackbeltvoices.com for a full summary of this episode.Links to what we discussed:https://arhub.org/https://www.presidentialleadershipscholars.org/WHERE TO FIND DR. JONESDr. Chris Jones on Twitter Dr. Jones’ website THANKS TO OUR SPONSORThis episode is sponsored by Ife Opportunity, a organization committed to creating solutions that expand opportunity and promote equity in education, health, and other critical areas. Ife Opportunity has held computer coding, astronomy, and other workshops for children and additional projects are planned. One such project is sheet music for piano. Blackbelt Voices listeners can download “Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing,” the Black National anthem, at http://www.tinyurl.com/liftsing. Enter coupon code BLACKBELT to receive 15% off your purchase of this simplified sheet music.CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSPortions of this episode were recorded at the Central Arkansas Library System’s Bobby L. Roberts Library of Arkansas History and Art. Katrina Dupins is our editor and producer, and Prentice Dupins Jr. composed the intro and outro music. The Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of Blackbelt Media LLC.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Talent is there; they just need an opportunity. Executive director and lead maker of the Arkansas Regional Innovation Hub, Chris Jones, Ph.D., talks to hosts Adena and Kara about his life experiences and his passion to help people realize their full potential. Visit <a href="https://blackbeltvoices.com/2019/12/14/elaine-massacre-100/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">blackbeltvoices.com</a> for a full summary of this episode.Links to what we discussed:<a href="https://arhub.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://arhub.org/</a><a href="https://www.presidentialleadershipscholars.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.presidentialleadershipscholars.org/</a>WHERE TO FIND DR. JONES<a href="https://twitter.com/cmjones99" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dr. Chris Jones on Twitter </a><a href="https://www.chrisjonesar.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dr. Jones’ website</a> THANKS TO OUR SPONSORThis episode is sponsored by <a href="https://ifeopportunity.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ife Opportunity</a>, a organization committed to creating solutions that expand opportunity and promote equity in education, health, and other critical areas. Ife Opportunity has held computer coding, astronomy, and other workshops for children and additional projects are planned. One such project is sheet music for piano. Blackbelt Voices listeners can download “Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing,” the Black National anthem, at <a href="http://www.tinyurl.com/liftsing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tinyurl.com/liftsing</a>. Enter coupon code BLACKBELT to receive 15% off your purchase of this simplified sheet music.CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/blackbeltvoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSPortions of this episode were recorded at the Central Arkansas Library System’s <a href="https://robertslibrary.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bobby L. Roberts Library of Arkansas History and Art</a>. Katrina Dupins is our editor and producer, and Prentice Dupins Jr. composed the intro and outro music. The Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of <a href="https://blackbeltvoices.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Blackbelt Media LLC</a>. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

Talent needs opportunity

It's not just hair. Katrina, Kara, and Adena untangle the cultural significance of Black hair with returning guest Dr. Karama Neal and her 13-year-old daughter, Ayoka. We explore generational shifts in hair styles and hair acceptance.Links to what we discussed:Diane's Hair Journey: The Musical (with Jill Scott) - black-ish | ABC on YouTubeTHANKS TO OUR SPONSORThis episode is sponsored by Ife Opportunity, a organization committed to creating solutions that expand opportunity and promote equity in education, health, and other critical areas. Ife Opportunity has held computer coding, astronomy, and other workshops for children and additional projects are planned. One such project is sheet music for piano. Blackbelt Voices listeners can download “Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing,” the Black National anthem, at http://www.tinyurl.com/liftsing. Enter coupon code BLACKBELT to receive 15% off your purchase of this simplified sheet music.CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSThanks to Black Dude White Dude podcast for allowing us to record this episode at their studio. Katrina Dupins is our editor and producer, and Prentice Dupins Jr. composed the theme music. The Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of Blackbelt Media LLC. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's not just hair. Katrina, Kara, and Adena untangle the cultural significance of Black hair with returning guest Dr. Karama Neal and her 13-year-old daughter, Ayoka. We explore generational shifts in hair styles and hair acceptance.Links to what we discussed:<a href="https://youtu.be/Zk4eYYjjBvE" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Diane's Hair Journey: The Musical (with Jill Scott) - black-ish | ABC on YouTube</a>THANKS TO OUR SPONSORThis episode is sponsored by <a href="https://ifeopportunity.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ife Opportunity</a>, a organization committed to creating solutions that expand opportunity and promote equity in education, health, and other critical areas. Ife Opportunity has held computer coding, astronomy, and other workshops for children and additional projects are planned. One such project is sheet music for piano. Blackbelt Voices listeners can download “Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing,” the Black National anthem, at <a href="http://www.tinyurl.com/liftsing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.tinyurl.com/liftsing</a>. Enter coupon code BLACKBELT to receive 15% off your purchase of this simplified sheet music.CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/blackbeltvoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSThanks to <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/black-dude-white-dude-podcast/id1109043660" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Black Dude White Dude podcast</a> for allowing us to record this episode at their studio. Katrina Dupins is our editor and producer, and Prentice Dupins Jr. composed the theme music. The Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of <a href="https://blackbeltvoices.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Blackbelt Media LLC</a>. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

(Natural) heads held high

We continue our conversation with Dr. Brian K. Mitchell, assistant professor of history at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Dr. Mitchell talks about the importance of sharing family history – both the happy times and the tragedies. We learn more about his background, including how he became interested in days gone by. Adena, Kara, and Katrina reflect on another centennial celebration and their personal transformations over the past decade.Links to what we discussed:The Black Belt | Southern SpacesPanel on the 1919 Elaine, Arkansas, Massacre at the Southern Historical Association’s 2019 annual conference | C-SPANClassie Hawkins’ 100th Birthday CelebrationWhere to find Dr. Mitchell:Brian Mitchell, Ph.D. on LinkedInBrian Mitchell, Ph.D.'s faculty page at UA Little RockCONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSThanks to Black Dude White Dude podcast for allowing us to record portions of this episode at their studio. Katrina Dupins is our editor and producer, and Prentice Dupins Jr. composed the theme music. The Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of Blackbelt Media LLC. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We continue our conversation with Dr. Brian K. Mitchell, assistant professor of history at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Dr. Mitchell talks about the importance of sharing family history – both the happy times and the tragedies. We learn more about his background, including how he became interested in days gone by. Adena, Kara, and Katrina reflect on another centennial celebration and their personal transformations over the past decade.Links to what we discussed:<a href="https://southernspaces.org/2004/black-belt/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Black Belt | Southern Spaces</a><a href="https://www.c-span.org/video/?466216-2/1919-elaine-arkansas-massacre" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Panel on the 1919 Elaine, Arkansas, Massacre at the Southern Historical Association’s 2019 annual conference | C-SPAN</a><a href="https://blackbeltvoices.com/2020/01/05/classie100/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Classie Hawkins’ 100th Birthday Celebration</a>Where to find Dr. Mitchell:<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-mitchell-ph-d-75852843/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Brian Mitchell, Ph.D. on LinkedIn</a><a href="https://ualr.edu/history/brian-keith-mitchell/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Brian Mitchell, Ph.D.'s faculty page at UA Little Rock</a>CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/blackbeltvoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSThanks to <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/black-dude-white-dude-podcast/id1109043660" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Black Dude White Dude podcast</a> for allowing us to record portions of this episode at their studio. Katrina Dupins is our editor and producer, and Prentice Dupins Jr. composed the theme music. The Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of <a href="https://blackbeltvoices.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Blackbelt Media LLC</a>. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

Pique your interest in the past

In October 1919, more than 200 Black sharecroppers were killed in a horrific act of racist violence in Elaine, Arkansas. Dr. Brian K. Mitchell, assistant professor of history at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, has done extensive research on the Elaine Massacre and joins us to reflect on the attacks 100 years later.Visit blackbeltvoices.com for a full summary of this episode.Links to what we discussed:The Elaine Massacre“Arkansas Residents Make a Case for Reparations 100 Years After the Elaine Massacre” | The American ProspectWhere to find Dr. Mitchell:Brian Mitchell, Ph.D. on LinkedInBrian Mitchell, Ph.D.'s faculty page at UA Little RockCONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSThanks to Black Dude White Dude podcast for allowing us to record portions of this episode at their studio. Katrina Dupins is our editor and producer, and Prentice Dupins Jr. composed the theme music. The Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of Blackbelt Media LLC. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In October 1919, more than 200 Black sharecroppers were killed in a horrific act of racist violence in Elaine, Arkansas. Dr. Brian K. Mitchell, assistant professor of history at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, has done extensive research on the Elaine Massacre and joins us to reflect on the attacks 100 years later.Visit <a href="https://blackbeltvoices.com/2019/12/14/elaine-massacre-100/ " rel="nofollow" target="_blank">blackbeltvoices.com</a> for a full summary of this episode.Links to what we discussed:<a href="https://encyclopediaofarkansas.net/entries/elaine-massacre-of-1919-1102/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Elaine Massacre</a><a href="https://prospect.org/justice/arkansas-reparations-elaine-race-massacre/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">“Arkansas Residents Make a Case for Reparations 100 Years After the Elaine Massacre” | The American Prospect</a>Where to find Dr. Mitchell:<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-mitchell-ph-d-75852843/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Brian Mitchell, Ph.D. on LinkedIn</a><a href="https://ualr.edu/history/brian-keith-mitchell/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Brian Mitchell, Ph.D.'s faculty page at UA Little Rock</a>CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/blackbeltvoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSThanks to <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/black-dude-white-dude-podcast/id1109043660" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Black Dude White Dude podcast</a> for allowing us to record portions of this episode at their studio. Katrina Dupins is our editor and producer, and Prentice Dupins Jr. composed the theme music. The Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of <a href="https://blackbeltvoices.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Blackbelt Media LLC</a>. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

Hundreds of white men carrying guns

Dr. Karama Neal is goals. She is president of Southern Bancorp Community Partners and has also launched independent projects that promote equity of opportunity for all people. We discussed a few of her projects: The Arkansas Heir Property Act 2015​, which helps families protect their land and ensure their descendants always have a place to call home; Ife Opportunity​, her educational initiative; and So What Can I Do​, a blog and e-book that promotes ethics in action.Visit blackbeltvoices.com for a full summary of this episode.Links to what we discussed:Heirs of Arkansas: Arkansas Heir Property ActIfe Opportunity educational initiativeThe Best of So What Can I Do 10th anniversary e-bookWhere to find Dr. Neal:karamaneal.com@karamaneal (Twitter)@ARHPAct (Arkansas Heir Property Act on Twitter)@IfeOpp (Ife Opportunity on Twitter)CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSPortions of this episode were recorded at the Central Arkansas Library System’s Bobby L. Roberts Library of Arkansas History and Art. Katrina Dupins is our editor and producer, and Prentice Dupins Jr. composed the intro and outro music. The Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of Blackbelt Media LLC. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dr. Karama Neal is goals. She is president of Southern Bancorp Community Partners and has also launched independent projects that promote equity of opportunity for all people. We discussed a few of her projects: The Arkansas Heir Property Act 2015​, which helps families protect their land and ensure their descendants always have a place to call home; Ife Opportunity​, her educational initiative; and So What Can I Do​, a blog and e-book that promotes ethics in action.Visit <a href="https://blackbeltvoices.com/2019/11/28/a-place-to-call-home/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">blackbeltvoices.com</a> for a full summary of this episode.Links to what we discussed:<a href="https://heirsofarkansas.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Heirs of Arkansas: Arkansas Heir Property Act</a><a href="https://ifeopportunity.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ife Opportunity educational initiative</a><a href="https://payhip.com/b/YsJG" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Best of So What Can I Do 10th anniversary e-book</a>Where to find Dr. Neal:<a href="http://www.karamaneal.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">karamaneal.com</a><a href="https://twitter.com/karamaneal" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@karamaneal</a> (Twitter)<a href="https://twitter.com/arhpact" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@ARHPAct</a> (Arkansas Heir Property Act on Twitter)<a href="https://twitter.com/ifeopp" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@IfeOpp</a> (Ife Opportunity on Twitter)CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/blackbeltvoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSPortions of this episode were recorded at the Central Arkansas Library System’s <a href="https://robertslibrary.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bobby L. Roberts Library of Arkansas History and Art</a>. Katrina Dupins is our editor and producer, and Prentice Dupins Jr. composed the intro and outro music. The Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of <a href="https://blackbeltvoices.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Blackbelt Media LLC</a>. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

A place to call home

Carmeon Hamilton is a Memphis-based interior designer and social media influencer. As owner of Nubi Interiors, Carmeon provides design services and plant consulting to clients. In this episode, she offers practical design tips and shares how she centers her Black identity in her work.Visit blackbeltvoices.com for a full summary of this episode.Links to what we discussed:Nubi’s Plant Parenting GuideCarmeon's feature in Real Simple magazineWhere to find Carmeon:carmeonhamilton.com@carmeon.hamilton on Instagram@nubiinteriors on Facebook, Twitter, PinterestCONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSThis episode was edited and produced by Katrina Dupins. Special thanks to Prentice Dupins Jr. for composing our music and Black Dude White Dude podcast for the use of their recording studio. The Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of Blackbelt Media LLC. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Carmeon Hamilton is a Memphis-based interior designer and social media influencer. As owner of Nubi Interiors, Carmeon provides design services and plant consulting to clients. In this episode, she offers practical design tips and shares how she centers her Black identity in her work.Visit <a href="https://blackbeltvoices.com/2019/10/24/finding-color-in-design-with-nubi-interiors/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">blackbeltvoices.com</a> for a full summary of this episode.Links to what we discussed:<a href="https://carmeonhamilton.com/shop" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nubi’s Plant Parenting Guide</a><a href="https://www.realsimple.com/home-organizing/decorating/real-simple-home-office" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Carmeon's feature in Real Simple magazine</a>Where to find Carmeon:<a href="https://carmeonhamilton.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">carmeonhamilton.com</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/carmeon.hamilton/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@carmeon.hamilton</a> on Instagram@nubiinteriors on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/nubiinteriors" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/nubiinteriors" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/nubiinteriors/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pinterest</a>CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/blackbeltvoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSThis episode was edited and produced by Katrina Dupins. Special thanks to Prentice Dupins Jr. for composing our music and <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/black-dude-white-dude/id1109043660?fbclid=IwAR30xyvVkk8h_6ahjtdUMCiGhDCGskhwoSqYh-9D0GnP8M3BT_Aa4b7Fdrc&amp;mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Black Dude White Dude</a> podcast for the use of their recording studio. The Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of Blackbelt Media LLC. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

Finding color in design

When Latunja Sockwell was diagnosed with HIV in January 1997, there weren’t a lot of treatment and resource options. Today, she’s using her experience and compassion to help pave an easier path for others.Visit blackbeltvoices.com for a full summary of this episode.Links to what we discussed:“On the Down Low: A Journey into the Lives of “Straight” Black Men Who Sleep with Men” by. J. L. King and Karen Hunter (Foreward by E. Lynn Harris)The Center for HIV Law and PolicyCONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSThis episode was edited and produced by Katrina Dupins. Special thanks to Prentice Dupins Jr. for composing our music and Black Dude White Dude podcast for the use of their recording studio. The Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of Blackbelt Media LLC. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

When Latunja Sockwell was diagnosed with HIV in January 1997, there weren’t a lot of treatment and resource options. Today, she’s using her experience and compassion to help pave an easier path for others.Visit <a href="https://blackbeltvoices.com/2019/10/08/researcher-receives-grant-for-hiv-education/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">blackbeltvoices.com</a> for a full summary of this episode.Links to what we discussed:<a href="https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/92744/on-the-down-low-by-j-l-king-with-karen-hunter/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">“On the Down Low: A Journey into the Lives of “Straight” Black Men Who Sleep with Men” by. J. L. King and Karen Hunter (Foreward by E. Lynn Harris)</a><a href="http://www.hivlawandpolicy.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Center for HIV Law and Policy</a>CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/blackbeltvoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSThis episode was edited and produced by Katrina Dupins. Special thanks to Prentice Dupins Jr. for composing our music and <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/black-dude-white-dude/id1109043660?fbclid=IwAR30xyvVkk8h_6ahjtdUMCiGhDCGskhwoSqYh-9D0GnP8M3BT_Aa4b7Fdrc&amp;mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Black Dude White Dude</a> podcast for the use of their recording studio. The Blackbelt Voices podcast is a production of Blackbelt Media LLC. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

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The 2020 Census is approaching, and Blackbelt Voices co-host Kara Wilkins is schooling us on why it’s a big deal. Listen to learn why Black communities are particularly vulnerable to being undercounted and what we can do to help make sure no one is left out. Visit blackbeltvoices.com for a full summary of this episode.Links to what we discussed:Arkansas CountsColor of ChangeU.S. Census BureauEqual Justice Initiative’s The National Memorial for Peace and Justice“Black Moms Be Like” Part 1 and Part 2Where to find Kara:@kannewilkins (Twitter)Kara Wilkins on LinkedInCONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSThis episode was edited and produced by Katrina Dupins. Special thanks to Prentice Dupins Jr. for composing our theme music and Black Dude White Dude podcast for the use of their recording studio. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The 2020 Census is approaching, and Blackbelt Voices co-host Kara Wilkins is schooling us on why it’s a big deal. Listen to learn why Black communities are particularly vulnerable to being undercounted and what we can do to help make sure no one is left out. Visit <a href="http://blackbeltvoices.com/2019/09/24/stand-up-and-be-counted/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">blackbeltvoices.com</a> for a full summary of this episode.Links to what we discussed:<a href="http://arkansasimpact.org/arkansas-counts/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Arkansas Counts</a><a href="https://colorofchange.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Color of Change</a><a href="https://www.census.gov/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">U.S. Census Bureau</a><a href="https://museumandmemorial.eji.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Equal Justice Initiative’s The National Memorial for Peace and Justice</a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HBuDTELKzoA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">“Black Moms Be Like” Part 1</a> and <a href="https://youtu.be/D1-nRoOoA9s" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Part 2</a>Where to find Kara:<a href="https://twitter.com/kannewilkins" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@kannewilkins</a> (Twitter)<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/karaawilkins/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kara Wilkins on LinkedIn</a>CONNECT WITH BLACKBELT VOICESFollow @BlackbeltVoices on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/blackbeltvoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blackbeltvoices/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. Share your thoughts about this episode and all things Black + Southern on social media using the hashtag #BlackbeltVoices.CREDITS AND SPECIAL THANKSThis episode was edited and produced by Katrina Dupins. Special thanks to Prentice Dupins Jr. for composing our theme music and <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/black-dude-white-dude/id1109043660?fbclid=IwAR30xyvVkk8h_6ahjtdUMCiGhDCGskhwoSqYh-9D0GnP8M3BT_Aa4b7Fdrc&amp;mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Black Dude White Dude</a> podcast for the use of their recording studio. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

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