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BLAC Re-Membering Podcast
Welcome to the Black Appalachian Coalitions podcast entitled Black Re-Membering, where we will bring to you the heavy and the hope across the Ohio River Valley.
This is a place where we will let our souls wander. A place where we will sit in the ancestral hymns of what continues to be embedded in our soul and keeps us moving. This is a place where we will remind ourselves that we are deeply rooted in the fabric of the Appalachian region and that the Black Voice has something to say.
We want to remember who we are, and where we've come from. We are remembering our Black past and we are rooted, and we are here to stay. Welcome to Black Re-Membering. Here is where we hope that you find your place, your space, and your voice.
BLAC Re-Membering Podcast
Affrilachian Origins with Frank X Walker
Today's re-released episode features a powerful conversation with Narrative Organizing Fellow NitaJade and Frank X Walker, esteemed literary figure and co-founder of the Affrilachian poets.
Tune in as they:
- Uncover the overlooked history of Affrilacha and its profound impact on the Appalachian region.
- Explore the rich history and cultural significance of Juneteenth through engaging family traditions.
- Gain insight into Frank X Walker's influential contributions to African American literature, shaping its evolution and impact.
- Delve into the pivotal role of Kentucky in Civil War history, shedding light on its lesser-known contributions.
- Discover the power of historical poetry in reclaiming silenced voices and untold stories.
- And so much more!
The mission of the Black Appalachian Coalition (BLAC) is to build a multi-state campaign that amplifies black voices, dismantles the colonized narrative of Appalachia, and uses story-based strategies and solutions that center the voices and lived experiences of Black Appalachians.
For more stories and information about The Black Appalachian Coalition please visit www.blackappalachiancoalition.org.