The Legacy of Black History Month

It's February! In this special tribute episode, co-hosts Sofia and Kalista explore the history and culture behind Black History Month, exploring its origins and why it remains crucial to recognize it today. Learn more about civil rights activists and juvenile justice advocates, like Malcolm X and Angela Davis, and their impact on modern-day social movements. Diving into the roots of Black resistance, tune in to listen to powerful stories of Black history and its lasting influence.

This episode was made possible with National Geographic Kids, BlackPast.org, The Harvard Gazette, U.S. Department of Labor, Pew Research Center, and the African American Intellectual History Society.