Black Mail Podcast

We are closing out Black History Month with a quote from the Father of Black History Month, Dr. Carter G. Woodson. Listen in to learn more!

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2023/02/28/carter-g-woodson-quote/

Check out this powerful quote from Julian Bond and get a glimpse of his civil rights activism. Listen in to learn more.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2023/02/27/julian-bond-quote-3/

In 1956 Southern politicians, determined to keep Jim Crow Segregation in place, released the Southern Manifesto denouncing the Brown v. Board of Education Supreme Court ruling. Listen in to learn more.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2023/02/26/the-southern-manifesto-attempt-by-southern-politicians-to-maintain-jim-crow-segregation/

In 2019, at age 15, Black scientist and inventor Dasia Taylor invented a suture that changes color to reflect if a wound is healing properly. Listen in to learn more! 

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2023/02/25/dasia-taylor-black-scientist-who-invented-dye-for-sutures-to-detect-infection/

Did you know that a Black rancher from Nebraska, Steve Henson, invented ranch dressing?  Listen in to learn more.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2023/02/24/ranch-dressing-recipe-invented-by-black-rancher-steve-henson/

Disability rights advocate, attorney, and author Haben Girma is the first Deafblind person to graduate from Harvard Law School. Listen in to learn more.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2023/02/23/haben-girma-first-deafblind-person-to-graduate-from-harvard-law-school/

Otis Frank Boykin invented the wire precision resistor. His invention greatly reduced the cost of many electronic devices and improved their quality. Listen in to to learn more.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2023/02/22/otis-f-boykin-black-inventor-of-the-wire-precision-resistor/

On February 20, 1900, Black inventor John F. Pickering was granted a patent for an "Air Ship" (blimp), significantly improving the previous/original design. Pickering's airship was the first blimp powered by an electric motor with directional controls. Listen in to learn more.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2023/02/21/john-f-pickering-black-inventor-of-an-the-air-ship-blimp/

Black Inventor Powell Johnson changed the game in the arena of protective eyewear.  Listen in to learn more.  This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2023/02/20/powell-johnson-protective-eyewear-inventor/

The Three-Fifths Compromise is sometimes mistakenly interpreted as indicating that enslaved Black Americans were considered only three-fifths of a person. Let's find out what the Three-Fifths Compromise actually meant. Listen in to learn more. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2023/02/19/the-three-fifths-compromise-what-it-actually-meant/

The Biloxi Wade-In civil rights protests were held on the beaches of Biloxi, Mississippi, from 1959-1963. Listen in to learn more.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2023/02/18/the-biloxi-wade-ins/

African-American scientist Dennis W. Weatherby created the chemical formula for Cascade dish detergent. Listen in to learn more.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2023/02/17/dennis-weatherby-developer-of-cascade-dish-detergent-chemical-formula/

Racial differences in household wealth between Black and White Americans represent historical and present-day inequities in the United States, signaling a negative impact on long-term economic security for Black Americans.  Listen in to learn more. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2023/02/16/the-racial-wealth-gap/

Happy Valentine's Day to all of our blog and podcast followers! What a perfect day to declare our love for Black History by sharing some notable events on February 14th!! Listen in to learn more.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2023/02/14/celebrating-valentines-day-and-black-history/

In 1951, Matt “Mack” Ingram was jailed for “reckless eyeballing” (improperly looking at a white person with sexual intent). Listen in to learn more! 

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2023/02/13/matthew-mack-ingram-convicted-of-reckless-eyeballing-in-1951/

The Negro Sanhedrin was established by Kelly Miller in 1924 to increase collaboration between Black organizations across the United States. Listen in to learn more.  

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2023/02/12/the-negro-sanhedrin/

The trailblazing African-American aviator Bessie Coleman is a well-known figure in history. Following in her footsteps were Willa Brown and Janet Harmon-Bragg. Listen in to learn more!

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2023/02/11/willa-brown-and-janet-bragg-harmon-black-female-aviators-following-in-the-footsteps-of-bessie-coleman/

Henrietta Smith Bowers Duterte was the first Black and the first female mortician in the United States.  Listen in to learn more! 

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2023/02/10/henrietta-smith-bowers-duterte-the-first-black-and-first-female-mortician-in-the-united-states/

The term “grandfather clause” is widely used in business circles. However, many don’t know the racist history behind the term and how it was used as a voter suppression tool. Click the link to learn more. 

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2023/02/09/the-racist-history-behind-the-term-grandfather-clause/

African American film director Tressie Souders is recognized as the first known black woman to direct a feature film. Click the link to check out the podcast.   l

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2023/02/08/tressie-souders-the-first-known-african-american-woman-to-direct-a-feature-film-director/

Colin Kaepernick's, "Know Your Rights Camp" organization launched the "Autopsy Initiative" in 2022 to provide free second autopsies to families with loved ones who died due to police-related deaths. Click the link to learn more or listen via podcast.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2023/02/07/colin-kaepernicks-autopsy-initiative/

Alexander Miles invented the automatic elevator door, greatly improving the safety of the elevator.  Click the link to learn.  

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2023/02/06/alexander-miles-black-inventor-of-automatic-elevator-doors/

Winifred Mason Chenet was a trailblazing jewelry designer; widely recognized as the first black commercial jewelry designer in the U.S.. Click the link to learn more or listen via podcast.  

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2023/02/05/winifred-mason-chenet-pioneering-black-american-jewelry-designer/

Did you know St. Augustine, Florida, played a significant role in the civil rights movement?  Click the link to learn about the St. Augustine Four, unsung heroes and trailblazers of the civil rights movement.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2023/02/04/st-augustine-four-unsung-heroes-of-the-civil-rights-movement/

Mae Mallory founded the "Harlem Nine" in 1956. This group of Black mothers sued the New York City Board of Education to integrate its public schools and improve the conditions in Black schools. 

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2023/02/03/mothers-on-a-mission-may-mallory-and-the-harlem-nine/

In 1889, black inventor William H. Richardson patented a new and improved reversible “child carriage” (stroller). His innovation was a game-changer. 

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2023/02/02/black-inventor-william-h-richardson-invents-reversible-baby-carriage-in-1889/

Tope Awotona is the billionaire founder and CEO of Calendly.  Calendly is an online scheduling platform designed to make meeting scheduling easier. Awotona founded the company in 2013 after being frustrated with the back-and-forth process required to schedule meetings. Check out the podcast to learn more!  

This episode is also available as a blog post at blackmail4u.com. 

The Black Mail Blog is excited to celebrate 200K+ blog views!  It's been nearly 7 years of bringing you BLACK HISTORY:  SPECIAL DELIVERY!!  Listen in to learn more!

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2022/03/01/black-mail-blog-hits-200k-blog-views/

On November 28, 2021, two of the three men convicted of Malcolm X's murder, Muhammad Aziz and Khalil Isalm, were exonerated. Listen in to learn more.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2022/02/28/muhammad-aziz-and-khalil-islam-exonerated-of-malcolm-xs-murder/

African American educator Aline Black Hicks courageously volunteered to be the plaintiff in a lawsuit to increase pay for black teachers who, at the time, were paid substantially less than their White colleagues. Click the link to learn more.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2022/02/26/aline-black-hicks-black-educator-who-fought-for-pay-equity/

Travers J. Bell, Jr. made history in 1971 as cofounder of the 1st Black-owned firm accepted as a member of the New York Stock Exchange. Listen in to learn more.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2022/02/25/travers-j-bell-jr-cofounder-of-1st-black-owned-firm-accepted-as-a-member-of-the-new-york-stock-exchange/

In the 1970's epidemiologist Sherman James coined the term "John Henry-ism" to describe the stress and adverse health outcomes experienced by Black people due to racial oppression. Listen in to learn more.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2022/02/24/the-john-henryism-effect/

Many have heard of the term internalized oppression.  But, it may be time to reframe and rename this type of oppression.  Rather than being internalized, let's think about what it means for oppression to be appropriated.  Listen in to learn more.  

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2022/02/23/internalized-oppression-vs-appropriated-oppression/

Lloyd Hall was a trailblazing chemist and inventor who specialized in food preservation. Listen in to learn more.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2022/02/22/lloyd-hall-trailblazing-chemist-and-pioneer-in-food-preservation/

It's time to dispel the myth that Black folks don't get skin cancer! While black folks have lower odds of getting skin cancer, they have lower overall survival rates if diagnosed. Listen in to learn more.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2022/02/21/yes-black-people-can-get-skin-cancer/

Racial disparities in special education disproportionately impact black students. Listen in to learn more.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2022/02/20/exploring-the-impact-of-special-education-disparities-on-black-students/

Jennifer King is the first black female positions coach in the NFL. Click the link to learn more.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2022/02/19/jennifer-king-1st-black-positions-coach-in-nfl/

Years before the Montgomery Bus Boycott, the black residents of Baton Rouge took a stand against racism and segregation. Listen in to learn more.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2022/02/18/before-the-montgomery-bus-boycott-there-was-the-baton-rouge-bus-boycott-2/

Let’s talk about CANCER Culture! Black Americans have the highest death rate and lowest survival rates of any racial and ethnic group for all cancers combined and most major cancers. This post will share eight ways cancer is impacting Black communities. Listen in learn more.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2022/02/17/cancer-culture-how-structural-racism-cancer-is-attacking-black-communities/

Violinist Randall Goosby hopes to bring classical music to a broader, more diverse audience. Listen in to learn more.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2022/02/16/violin-virtuoso-randall-goosby-bringing-classical-music-to-a-wider-audience/

Loney Clinton Gordon is credited with strengthening the effectiveness of the whooping cough vaccine.  Listen in to learn more!

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2022/02/15/loney-clinton-gordon-key-contributor-to-improving-whooping-cough-vaccine/

The Slave Trail Of Tears involved the migration of the enslaved to support expansion of the cotton industry fueled by the 1830 Indian Removal Act.  Listen in to learn more.  This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2022/02/14/slavery-the-trail-of-tears/

Doug Williams was the first black quarterback to win a Super Bowl.  Listen in to learn more.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2022/02/13/doug-williams-1st-black-quarterback-to-win-a-super-bowl/

Althea Gibson played both tennis and golf competitively!  Her accomplishments in the sport of golf are lesser-known.  Listen in to learn more.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2022/02/12/betcha-didnt-know-bdk-black-tennis-phenom-althea-gibson-was-also-a-golf-pro/

The period between 1904-1950 is known as the “Black Fives Era” when the first all-black basketball teams began to play. The era ended when the NBA began to accept black players in 1950. Listen in to learn more.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2022/02/11/before-the-nba-the-black-fives-basketball-era-1904-1950/

Ever wondered how the Underground Railroad got its name? Listen in to learn more. 

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2022/02/10/how-the-underground-railroad-got-its-name/

Jesse Ernest Wilkins, Jr. was a trailblazing African American mathematician and physicist. Though he was unaware at the time, his research contributed to the development of the atomic bomb. Listen in to learn more.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2022/02/09/jesse-ernest-wilkins-jr-trailblazing-mathematician-and-physicist/

Viola Mitchell Turner was a trailblazing African American investment executive.  Hired as a secretary, she honed her skills and managed a profitable portfolio.  Wall Street investors bypassed male executives to seek her counsel.  She would eventually be promoted to treasurer and then join the North Carolina Mutual Insurance board of directors.  Keeping in mind that her career spanned 1924-1965 at the company, her accomplishments are truly phenomenal.   Listen in to learn more.  

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://blackmail4u.com/2022/02/08/viola-mitchell-turner-trailblazing-investor/