Mark Anthony Neal's Blog, page 259

Black Women and Citizenship in the French Empire: A Conversation with Annette K. Joseph-Gabriel

'In Theory guest host Ariel Mond (PhD candidate, Rutgers University – New Brunswick) interviews Annette K. Joseph-Gabriel, assistant professor of French and Francophone Studies at the University of Michigan, about her new book, Reimagining Liberation: How Black Women Transformed Citizenship in the French Empire (University of Illinois Press, 2020).'

In Theory: The JHI Blog Podcast · Black Women and Citizenship in the French Empire: Ariel Mond interviews Annette K. Joseph-Gabriel

Pierce Freelon On His Children's Album And The Legacy Of His Creative Black Family

'As a Black millennial father from the South, Pierce Freelon says he aims to diversify children's music. "I don't see enough depictions of Black men as nurturers, " he says. "You know, goofy kind of caring caregivers." The 36-year-old musician lives in Durham, N.C., with his wife and two kids. He's just released his first children's album, D.a.D, collaborating with musical guests in different genres: hip-hop, Afro-Caribbean, electronic jazz, soul. He sings and raps about movies, popcorn and videogames, and hanging out on a special "daddy/daughter day" full of play.'

The Rev. Dr. Luke A. Powery – “A Homiletical Sankofa: The Spirituals and the Future of Ministry”

'The Rev. Dr. Luke A. Powery, dean of Duke University Chapel and associate professor of homiletics at Duke Divinity School, presented the annual Howard Thurman Lecture,  sponsored by Candler’s Black Church Studies program, as part of its 30th anniversary celebrations. The lecture, “A Homiletical Sankofa: The Spirituals and the Future of Ministry,” focused on the Black church’s vital practices of music and preaching, exploring spirituals as musical sermons in the Spirit that can serve as a critical resource for reflecting on and moving forward into the future of ministry.'

2020 Howard Thurman Lecture: The Rev. Dr. Luke A. Powery from Candler School of Theology on Vimeo.

Ruby Hamad on 'White Tears Brown Scars'

'What happens when racism and sexism collides? Ruby Hamad joined Coast Connect for a discussion about her book White Tears Brown Scars, reflecting on the dynamics between white women and women of colour.'

“Bridgerton” Presents a More Diverse Vision of the Period Drama

'Writer and producer Shonda Rhimes is best known for her work on a number of successful network television dramas including Grey’s Anatomy, Scandal, and How to Get Away with Murder. Rhimes makes the leap to streaming with her Netflix debut, Bridgerton.  The show is a romantic drama, set in the high society of early 19th century England. But unlike so many period pieces that depict the era with nearly all-white casts, Rhimes and the show’s creator, Chris Van Dusen, took a largely colorblind approach to casting for Bridgerton.  In the series, King George III’s wife, Queen Charlotte, is Black, and their marriage has led to a racially integrated United Kingdom. And while much of the show is fictionalized, some historians do actually believe that the real Queen Charlotte had African ancestry. Joining The Takeaway to discuss the show's approach to casting is Aramide Tinubu, film critic and entertainment writer.'

Don Bryant: Tiny Desk (Home) Concert

'Classic soul music feels best in a club, with a lead singer and big band, preferably with horns, playing off the excitement of a sweaty crowd, drawing them in to stories of love, or love lost, or love reclaimed. It's a hard feeling to find in our pandemic times. In his Tiny Desk (home) concert, soul legend Don Bryant brings us there, with just a keyboard, a guitar player and an otherwise empty room. Wearing an elegant black and grey jacket matching his salt-and-pepper hair, Bryant evokes style and experience – someone who has been in it for the long haul.'

Food Writer On The Future Of Black-Owned Restaurants In The Bay Area

'NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Justin Phillips, a food writer for the San Francisco Chronicle, about the potential demise of many Black-owned restaurants in the Bay Area.'

Viola Davis: The 60 Minutes Interview

'Viola Davis opens up to Jon Wertheim about her role as Ma Rainey, her relationship with August Wilson's material, a bold scene on "How to Get Away with Murder" and her life growing up.'

The Quarantine Tapes 147: Reverend William Barber

 

'On episode 147 of The Quarantine Tapes, guest host Eddie Glaude is joined by Reverend William Barber. Eddie and Williams have a stirring conversation about how this moment of death and grief fits into a long history of acceptable deaths in the United States. They talk about what faith can mean in this moment as William draws lessons from the Bible about how to be critical of the system and continue pushing for real justice.'

PJ Morton: Tiny Desk (Home) Concert

'Gathered in a big airy space in his hometown of New Orleans, PJ Morton and his band performed three selections from the now Grammy-nominated The Gospel According To PJ, his very first gospel album. He grew up playing gospel music, but chose secular music as his professional path. The album brings him back full circle, a journey mapped out in conversations on the album with his father, Bishop Paul S. Morton.'