So, What Had Happened Was

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A podcast celebrating the life and achievements of black people throughout history.

So What Had Happened Was


    • Aug 5, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 50m AVG DURATION
    • 2 EPISODES


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    Sarah Baartman (Oy with the Dutch Already)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2020 24:56


    Take a quick sojourn into the life of Sarah Baartman, AKA The Venus Hottentot. Sarah's story is one that touches on racism, misogyny, scientific racism and the ongoing over-sexualization of black women's bodies, particularly through the white male gaze. Hers is an important name and story to know. For more information on Sarah Baartman follow So What Had Happened Was on Instagram: sowhhwas

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    Ida & Fannie & Technical Difficulties

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2020 75:48


    Welcome to the inaugural episode of So, What Had Happened Was! In this first episode we explore the lives and achievements of Ida B. Wells and Fannie Lou Hamer, two black, civil rights activists separated by nearly 50 years. We also casually ignore unexpected technical difficulties, discuss Kanye's run for president and Will & Jada's "entanglement". Stay up to date on new episodes and learn more about each week's subjects by following us on Instagram: @sowhhwas Intro music: House Party by Arlo

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