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Not Just Music Podcast
Sept. 21, 2024

Uncovering the Truth: Debates and Perspectives on Black Arrival

In this blog post, we'll delve into the ongoing discussions and differing viewpoints surrounding the arrival of Black people in the United States. We'll explore the intricacies of historical research, the challenges in establishing a definitive time…

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Sept. 20, 2024

Retreat Rosenwald School: A Legacy of Education and Empowerment

Welcome back to the blog, where we delve deeper into the topics covered in our podcast. In this post, we're expanding upon Episode 90, "Black History of Retreat Rosenwald School," and exploring the rich history and lasting impact of this remarkable …

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Sept. 19, 2024

The Importance of Preserving Black History in Education

In episode 91 of Not Just Music, we delved into the fascinating history of Pine Grove School, a testament to the resilience and determination of the Black community in the face of systemic racism and oppression. This blog post will expand on the key…

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Sept. 18, 2024

The Power of Saying Sorry: Why Apologies Are a Sign of Strength

In this blog post, we delve into the surprising truth that apologies aren't a weakness, but a sign of strength and maturity. Discover how owning up to mistakes can foster stronger relationships and propel personal growth. This post expands on the th…

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Sept. 17, 2024

Uncovering the Untold Story of Scott's Rosenwald School

The Rosenwald Schools: A Brief Overview The Rosenwald Schools were a network of over 5,300 schools built for African American children in the Jim Crow South between 1912 and 1932. This initiative was the result of a partnership between Julius Rosen…

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Sept. 8, 2024

Uncovering Hidden Histories: A Conversation with Dr. Lisa Mozer

In this blog post, I want to expand on the fascinating conversation I had with Dr. Lisa Mozer on my podcast, “Statesville, NC Black History With Dr. Lisa Mozer - Episode 93.” We dove deep into the rich and often overlooked history of Sta…

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Sept. 6, 2024

Incorporating the Fula Flute into Modern Music Production

In this blog post, we delve into the fascinating world of the Fula Flute and explore innovative ways to incorporate its unique sound into modern music productions. Drawing inspiration from my recent podcast episode, "Black History of the Fula Flute …

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May 12, 2024

Black History of Mary Church Terrell

Today we celebrate for our black history topic, Mary Church Terrell. Born September 23, 1863 in Memphis, Tennessee to Robert Church and Louisa Ayers. She was one of the first African Americans to earn a college degree. When her longtime friend Thoma…

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May 11, 2024

Black Inventors

How much history did you get to learn in grade school? Let me ask a more detailed question. How many of you learned about black history in grade school? I'm sure not many will say "yes". As I spoke of in a past blog post. Black History is going to b…

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May 10, 2024

Not Just Music Podcast Tackles Black History

In the past few months we have been diligently working to rebrand our platform. It wasn’t easy but we definitely think growth has come from it. So what are we talking about? Black History! It’s a lot of backlash going around about blac…

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