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Author and scholar Anna Malaika Tubbs joins The Electorette to discuss her powerful new book, Erased: What American Patriarchy Has Hidden from Us—a sweeping, incisive examination of how American patriarchy was built to exclude, erase, and control. In this conversation, Anna unpacks the nation's gendered social order, from its origins in the Constitution to its modern-day consequences in law, politics, motherhood, and racial injustice. Drawing on personal experience, global perspective, and deep historical research, Anna explains how stories like that of Sacagawea—an Indigenous girl forced to guide the Lewis and Clark expedition—have been co-opted to prop up a false narrative of inclusion. She also traces how the legacy of patriarchal power lives on in institutions like the Supreme Court, and how it has shaped political identities and movements across generations. Anna Malaika Tubbs is a Cambridge Ph.D. candidate in Sociology and a Bill and Melinda Gates Cambridge Scholar. Erased is the follow-up to her debut The Three Mothers, and was an instant New York Times bestseller, a USA Today national bestseller, and named an Amazon Best Book of the Year (So Far) for 2025. This conversation explores what it means to be seen, to be heard, and to reclaim stories that were never told truthfully to begin with. Episode Chapters (00:00) American Patriarchy With Anna Malaika Tubbs American patriarchy, its impact on society, and reimagining narratives through personal and historical lenses. (12:31) Deconstructing American Patriarchy Through History Sacagawea's story is used to serve agendas, revealing erasure of matriarchal and non-binary identities and shared struggles of marginalized groups. (22:13) American Patriarchy and Women's Resistance Black women challenge American patriarchy, influenced by Supreme Court decisions, advocating for inclusive reproductive justice. (37:09) Black Feminist Motherhood and Reproductive Justice Black feminism, motherhood, and American patriarchy are discussed, with emphasis on accessible reproductive choices and dismantling societal norms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The goop Podcast, Gwyneth sits down with Dr. Anna Malaika Tubbs—mother, sociologist, advocate, and two-time New York Times bestselling author of The Three Mothers and Erased: What American Patriarchy Has Hidden From Us. They talk about the invisible labor of women and the foundational role of mothers—particularly Black mothers—in shaping our world, and how their contributions have been systematically erased from our history. Tubbs shares what it means to mother beyond the traditional definition, the power of reclaiming intuition, and why sharing these stories isn't just about the past—it's about reshaping the future. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on The Monday Edit, we have a very special guest joining in on the Monday fun: best selling author Anna Malaika Tubbs stopped by to tell us all about her new book, Erased: What American Patriarchy Has Hidden from Us and helps us hone in on real time examples of our Patriarchy is being weaponized today. Anna unpacks how the United States has constructed a unique—and often invisible—gendered hierarchy, one that is inextricably linked to whiteness and a deeply flawed binary system. From the founding fathers to the current Supreme Court, from the erasure of women in the Constitution to the ongoing fight for the Equal Rights Amendment, Dr. Tubbs reveals the mechanisms that have kept women's contributions hidden and their voices suppressed. Anna Malaika Tubbs is a scholar, advocate, and bestselling author (The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation) whose work brings a fresh, urgent perspective on American history and its gendered systems. With a Ph.D. in Sociology and a Masters in Multidisciplinary Gender Studies from the University of Cambridge and a Bachelors in Medical Anthropology from Stanford University, Anna translates her academic knowledge into clear and engaging stories. Her articles have been published by TIME Magazine, New York Magazine, CNN, Motherly, The Huffington Post, For Harriet, The Guardian, Darling Magazine, and Blavity. Anna's storytelling also takes form in her talks, including her TED Talk that has been viewed 2 million times, as well as the scripted and unscripted screen projects she has in development. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband, former Mayor of Stockton, CA Michael Tubbs  and their three young children. Not A Phase. Trans Lifeline Follow Anna Malaika Tubbs @annamalaikatubbs Follow us on Instagram @gettingbetterwithjvn Jonathan on Instagram @jvn and senior producer Chris @amomentlikechris New video episodes Getting Better on YouTube every Wednesday. Senior Producer, Chris McClure Producer, Editor & Engineer is Nathanael McClure Production support from Julie Carrillo, Anne Currie, and Chad Hall Our theme music is also composed by Nathanael McClure. Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Motherhood is the ultimate experience of caring for others. Beyond biological motherhood, as a mother, you create something new in this world, you care for our interconnectedness with each other, you are thinking about others just as much as you're thinking about yourself, if not more so."Anna Malaika Tubbs is a powerhouse voice in the world of storytelling and social justice. She's a New York Times bestselling author with a focus on addressing gender and race issues in the United States, especially the pervasive erasure of Black women. Her debut book, The Three Mothers, re-centered the lives and legacies of the mothers of Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin. And in her newest book, Erased: What American Patriarchy Has Hidden From Us, she brings together research, the stories of freedom fighters past and present, and her own experiences to explain the impact of American patriarchy. During our conversation, Anna and I discuss how her mother's views on motherhood encouraged her to be an activist and feminist, how she turned her research and policy expertise into storytelling, and why she's focused on telling stories to help us understand that we don't see Black women as full human beings.To read more inspiring stories from Firestarters like Anna, preorder my book Fired Up: How to Turn Your Spark Into a Flame and Come Alive at Any Age at firedupbook.com.My new book Fired Up: How to Turn Your Spark Into a Flame and Come Alive at Any Age, is available for preorder! Out in June 2025, Fired Up will give you the formula for finding your unique spark and show you how to use it to start fires in your life. By preordering, you can enroll for FREE in Firestarter University, a year-long online program that includes live monthly workshops, workbooks and resources, accountability check-ins, and a community to help you succeed. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit shannonwatts.substack.com/subscribe

John discusses the FBI investigating the home and background of Elias Rodriguez, the man arrested in the shooting death of two Israeli Embassy employees at a D.C. fundraiser. And he talks about the House pulling an all-nighter and passing the big, all-encompassing budget bill their dear leader had asked for. Then, he welcomes back New York Times bestselling author Anna Malaika Tubbs to chat about her new book "Erased: What American Patriarchy Has Hidden From Us" which is the story of the United States from a new perspective: one where the people who shaped this country–who have been oppressed and whose contributions have been denied–are at the center, reminding us that we can restore what has been strategically kept from us.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Van and Rachel discuss Dan Bongino and Kash Patel's comments on Jeffrey Epstein's death (8:10), and whether Atlanta is still the Black Mecca (14:02). Then, reactions to Joe Biden's cancer diagnosis (20:49), before Robert Griffin III earns Glaze of the Week (36:31), and Snoop Dogg addresses the Trump inauguration backlash (53:59). Then, writer Anna Malaika Tubbs joins to talk about her new book, ‘Erased: What American Patriarchy Has Hidden from Us' (1:07:53). Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay Guest: Anna Malaika Tubbs Producers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh Smith Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Erased: What American Patriarchy Has Hidden From Us, best selling writer Anna Malaika Tubbs reveals the secret history of American patriarchal values. Tubbs argues this patriarchy is the central narrative thread of American history. She emphasizes that patriarchy affects everyone differently according to their race, class, and gender - thereby creating a "gendered hierarchy" that excludes many from traditional gender roles. Tubbs maintains that this patriarchy persists. Indeed, she presents the Trump administration's Project 2025 as a reactionary attempt to return to this central narrative of American history. Five Key Takeaways * American patriarchy was intentionally built into the nation's founding documents, with women deliberately excluded from the Constitution. This systemic design continues to influence modern American society and politics.* Patriarchy affects different groups in varying ways—white women experience oppression differently than women of color, who historically weren't even afforded the "protections" of traditional gender roles. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for building effective coalitions.* Agency is central to resistance against patriarchal systems. Throughout history, marginalized groups have consistently demonstrated alternative ways of living despite systemic constraints.* Current political movements like Project 2025 represent a conscious return to traditional patriarchal values, particularly in their emphasis on women's reproductive roles.* According to Tubbs, addressing patriarchy requires multi-level approaches: personal reflection, reimagining relationships, mindful parenting, and policy change. Understanding how patriarchy operates helps explain voting patterns and can inform strategies for social change.Anna Malaika Tubbs is a New York Times bestselling author and multidisciplinary expert on current and historical understandings of race, gender, and equity. With a Ph.D. in Sociology and a Masters in Multidisciplinary Gender Studies from the University of Cambridge in addition to a Bachelors in Medical Anthropology from Stanford University, Anna translates her academic knowledge into stories that are clear and engaging. Her articles have been published by TIME Magazine, New York Magazine, CNN, Motherly, the Huffington Post, For Harriet, The Guardian, Darling Magazine, and Blavity. Anna's storytelling also takes form in her talks, including her TED Talk that has been viewed 2 million times, as well as the scripted and unscripted screen projects she has in development. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband and their three kids.Keen On America is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit keenon.substack.com/subscribe

Our guest today is Anna Malaika Tubbs, a multidisciplinary expert on current and historical understandings of race, gender, and equity.  She is the author of “The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation” and the just-published “Erased: What American Patriarchy Has Hidden From Us”.  In both books, Tubbs examines society's limitations on women and the consequences of those systems of oppression.  Tubbs argues that this is no coincidence – it's as essential to maintaining power structures today as it was when the United States was founded.  But what can seem intractable doesn't need to be – Tubbs says “it's all made up, so let's make up something different”. On May 13, 2025, Anna Malaika Tubbs came to the Sydney Goldstein Theater in San Francisco for an onstage conversation with podcaster, human rights activist and social impact strategist Jamira Burley. 

New York Times bestselling author Dr. Anna Malaika Tubbs joins us to talk about the power of storytelling, the roots of American patriarchy, who gets erased from history, and why. Drawing from her bestselling book The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation and her forthcoming release Erased: What American Patriarchy Has Hidden from Us, Anna shares how cultural memory is shaped, why some voices are silenced, and how reclaiming lost narratives can challenge systems of power and create space for something new. Purchase The Three Mothers and pre-order Erased: https://annamalaikatubbs.com/bookshelf

Our guest today is writer Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, revered in her home country of Nigeria and in the United States, thanks especially to the popularity of her 2013 novel Americannah, a book that straddles the cultures of America and Nigeria and considers the challenges, status, and perceptions of Africans abroad. Since then, Adichie has continued to write fiction and essays on a range of issues, from identity, to grief, to the role of women. Her Ted Talk, “We Should All Be Feminists,” has been viewed by millions and heard by even more when Beyonce sampled a portion in the song, “Flawless.”  Adichie is also the author of the novels Half of a Yellow Sun and Purple Hibiscus, the essays We Should All Be Feminists and Notes on Grief, and the story collection The Thing Around Your Neck.On March 7, 2025, Adchie came to the Sydney Goldstein Theater in San Francisco to discuss her new novel, Dream Count, with Anna Malaika Tubbs, author of “Erased: What American Patriarchy Has Hidden from Us”, to be published in May 2025.

In part 2 of Dr. Anna Malaika Tubbs' moving conversation with 4Kira4Moms Founder + President Charles Johnson, Charles explains why he rather keep holding politicians accountable than be one and what simple actions everyone can take to help end the maternal mortality crisis, which disproportionately affects Black and Brown women. Charles introduces 4Kira4Dads, a new web-based solution that teaches dads and non-birthing parents how to advocate for moms and birthing parents to help prevent maternal death, and shares how his quest to seek accountability from Cedars Sinai for Kira's tragic death has exposed rampant institutional racism, prompted an unprecedented federal investigation, and evolved into a seismic movement for national health equity. Don't miss Charles' inspiring insights on his duties as a parent and the deets on 4Kira4Moms' upcoming “Lollapalooza for birthing people”.Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We have a maternal health crisis: The U.S. has the highest maternal death rate of the entire industrialized world, which is 4 times higher for black women than for white women. It must end. Guest host Dr. Anna Malaika Tubbs sits down with educator, movement leader, changemaker, amplifier, and dadvocate Charles Johnson IV, who is the Founder and President of 4Kira4Moms, to discuss his nonprofit organization's relentless dedication to ending our country's horrific maternal mortality crisis. Charles shares how the devastating and needless loss of his beloved wife from medical negligence after a routine C-section led him to join the maternal health revolution, what needs to change, and why he's hopeful that together, we can fix this issue now. Get the scoop on how Bobbie For Change partners with 4Kira4Moms, what else our social impact and policy arm has been working on, and who in Congress follows Charles on Insta!Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In part 2 of Tabria's riveting conversation with Dr. Anna Malaika Tubbs and top midwife Debbie Allen, Debbie shares why empowering and supporting birthing parents before, during and after delivery leads to healthier outcomes, and the importance of consent and relationship in maternity care. Anna reflects on the direct impact birth experiences and maternity care has on one's parenting, why insurance coverage for midwifery is a tangible step towards better care, and her certainty that if birthing people had the experiences that she, Debbie and Tabria had, it would solve our country's maternal health crisis. The ladies unpack their postpartum experiences and the impact paid leave and midwifery can have (forget dragging you and your baby to a pediatric office - midwives come to YOU), and Debbie shares her pro tips on finding and working with midwives and OBs, as well as her ideal maternity care design, which includes autonomous birthing centers attached to hospitals and direly needed mental health services. Don't miss Anna's message of hope for families at the end! Bobbie For Change + The Breastie's petition for insurance coverage of infant formula or donor milk for new parents impacted by breast and gynecologic cancer treatment: https://www.hibobbie.com/pages/bobbie-for-change?_ab=0&_fd=0&_sc=1Follow Bobbie on IG for all Milk Drunk Podcast updates: @Bobbie Learn more about Bobbie organic baby formula: https://www.hibobbie.com And for more real talk about parenthood (and babyhood!), head to Milk Drunk: https://milk-drunk.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Do you really know the history of obstetrics in the U.S. and what the patriarchy did to develop it? Bestselling author, advocate, educator, sociologist, speaker, and scholar Anna Malaika Tubbs returns with Tribe Midwifery founder Debbie Allen to expose the devastating origins of American obstetrics, which still endanger and marginalize women of color today, and call for a cultural and systemic shift in humanizing maternity care. Anna and Tabria share how they chose to give birth at home with midwives in order to feel safe, heard, informed, supported and respected, and Debbie clears up common misconceptions about what midwifery care really provides, including supporting families every step of the way. Anna reveals the topic of her upcoming book (!) and unpacks how many systems in our country were designed to marginalize and disempower the BIPOC community, women, and families - and how to do something about it. Bobbie For Change + The Breastie's petition for insurance coverage of infant formula or donor milk for new parents impacted by breast and gynecologic cancer treatment: https://www.hibobbie.com/pages/bobbie-for-change?_ab=0&_fd=0&_sc=1Follow Bobbie on IG for all Milk Drunk Podcast updates: @Bobbie Learn more about Bobbie organic baby formula: https://www.hibobbie.com And for more real talk about parenthood (and babyhood!), head to Milk Drunk: https://milk-drunk.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Our Body Politic, Farai Chideya looks back at our conversations around Black Maternal health. First, she speaks with Aftershock co-director Tonya Lewis Lee and film subject Shawnee Benton-Gibson. Then, we hear from Dr. Rachel Hardeman about racism as one of the root causes of health disparities in the U.S. After, author Anna Malaika Tubbs talks about her book The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King Jr, Malcolm X and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation. We round out the show with Tressie McMillan Cottom who speaks about her horrific labor and delivery experience.

Who introduced Martin Luther King Jr. to activism? Why is the influence of mothers so often understated? And did you know about the other King assassination?In this episode, we explore the extraordinary life and legacy of Alberta Christine Williams King, a remarkable activist in her own right.From her upbringing in Atlanta to her pivotal role in shaping MLK Jr.'s values and beliefs, Alberta's story is one of resilience, determination and tragedy.Don is joined by Anna Malaika Tubbs, New York Times bestselling author of 'The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation'.Produced by Sophie Gee. Edited by Aidan Lonergan. Senior Producer was Charlotte Long.Discover the past on History Hit with ad-free original podcasts and documentaries released weekly presented by world renowned historians like Dan Snow, James Holland, Mary Beard and more.Don't miss out on the best offer in history! Enjoy unlimited access to award-winning original documentaries that are released weekly and AD-FREE podcasts. Get a subscription for £1 for 3 months with code AMERICANHISTORYHIT1 sign up now for your 14-day free trial https://historyhit/subscription/You can take part in our listener survey here.

How do we build a better society? Today's episode makes a strong case for starting in the family. First, best-selling author and sociologist Dr. Anna Malaika Tubbs breaks down why public support for mothers and caregivers is the cornerstone of equality. Then, host Anjelika Temple talks with Isobel Benesch, founder of Atlas of Motherhood, about what our country has to learn from birth and postpartum practices around the world—and what it means to recognize the essential work of caregiving. Follow Bobbie on IG for all Milk Drunk Podcast updates: @ BobbieLearn more about Bobbie organic baby formula: https://www.hibobbie.comAnd for more real talk about parenthood (and babyhood!), head to Milk Drunk: https://milk-drunk.com 

In this month's bonus episode, we celebrate Mother's Day! Liza is joined by bestselling author Anna Malaika Tubbs to discuss her book, The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation. Anna and Liza dive into the lives of these incredible mothers who have historically been ignored, and they acknowledge their roles in raising and shaping sons who forever changed the course of our nation.  We're working hard on Season 2! Until then we will be releasing special bonus episodes from time to time. Want to support the show? Rate and review wherever you listen to your podcasts, and keep sending suggestions of Significant Others you'd like to hear about our way at significantpod@gmail.com!  The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation by Anna Malaika TubbsThe Life of Louise Norton Little by Deborah JonesThe Warmth of Other Suns by Isabel Wilkerson 

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This week, we share a panel from the 92nd Street Y's State of America Summit. Host Farai Chideya asks: who defines America's Values? We discuss the power of storytelling and civil society with Bird Runningwater, CEO of Cloud Women Media, award-winning author and Harvard Professor Suketu Mehta, author Anna Malaika Tubbs, and Washington Post Contributing Columnist Danielle Allen.Additional InformationOur Body Politic PodcastMore shows from The Democracy Group

This week, we share a panel from the 92nd Street Y's State of America Summit. Host Farai Chideya asks: who defines America's Values? We discuss the power of storytelling and civil society with Bird Runningwater, CEO of Cloud Women Media, award-winning author and Harvard Professor Suketu Mehta, author Anna Malaika Tubbs, and Washington Post Contributing Columnist Danielle Allen.

In this episode of 92NY Talks, we present our fourth State of America Summit exploring the most important questions facing the country right now — spotlighting the future of democracy, civic engagement, technology, journalism, politics and policy. Speakers include Andrew Yang, Leon Panetta, Michael Steele, Dr. Anna Malaika Tubbs, and many more. The Summit was streamed live as part of 92NY's Newmark Civic Life Series, an initiative of our Belfer Center for Innovation and Social Impact, on March 22nd, 2023.  

In dieser Mini-Folge wollen wir euch anlässlich des Black History Months drei Bücher vorstellen, die einen Einstieg und Schwarze Literatur und Schwarze Geschichte bieten. Die drei BücherDie erste Frau von Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi, erschienen bei InterkontinentalThree Mothers von Anna Malaika Tubbs, erschienen bei Harper CollinsNew Daughters of Africa, herausgegeben von Margaret Busby, erschienen bei Penguin Books Die ExpertinVenice Trommer ist Mitinhaberin der Buchhandlung Interkontinental und des gleichnamigen Verlags. Interkontinental spezialisiert sich auf afrikanische und afro-diasporische Literatur und hat 2022 angefangen, Bücher auch selbst ins Deutsche zu übersetzen und zu verlegen.Interkontinental hat auch einen Online-Shop - für alle, die nicht in Berlin leben. Ansonsten lohnt sich ein Besuch in der Sonntagstraße in Berlin Friedrichshain - alle Infos findet ihr auf Interkontinental.orgUnd nicht vergessen: Abonniert unseren Newsletter!Folgt und unterstützt uns!Wir sind auf InstagramWir sind auf twitterWir sind auf MastodonDen Lila Podcast unterstützen – jeder Cent macht uns unabhängiger!Im Lila-Podcast-Shop stöbern Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Original broadcast date: May 6, 2022. MLK Jr., Malcolm X and James Baldwin are household names, but what about their mothers? This hour, author Anna Malaika Tubbs explores how these three women shaped American history.

Host Ramses Ja returns for the second half of his conversation with best selling author Anna Malaika Tubbs as they discuss "The Three Mothers". The book  celebrates Black motherhood by telling the story of the three women who raised and shaped some of America's most pivotal heroes: Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first of a 2-part series, Host Ramses Ja talks with author Anna Malaika Tubbs about her groundbreaking and essential debut work "The Three Mothers". The book  celebrates Black motherhood by telling the story of the three women who raised and shaped some of America's most pivotal heroes: Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We owe credit where credit is due: Mothers. Women are consistently erased from history even though they are also in the room. They are responsible for the lives of men receiving so much attention. Dr. Anna Malaika Tubbs holds a Ph.D in Sociology and Masters in Multidisciplinary Gender Studies from the University of Cambridge and a Bachelors in Anthropology from Stanford University. Anna centers her research, writing, and talks on gender and race issues in the U.S., especially the pervasive erasure of Black women. We had the best conversation about changing the perception and narrative of motherhood, how shedding my life on others can impact U.S. policy change, and giving women of color credit. PLUS learn her four tenants for raising black children in the U.S. Anna's debut book, "The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr, Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation," is a New York Times Bestseller, New York Times Editor's Choice, and Amazon Editor's Pick. This episode is brought to you by Clare, Perfect Bar, poppi, and Culina Health. Clare is a new online paint brand that makes paint shopping simple. Visit clare.com/withwhit with code withwhit for $5 off your first gallon of paint. Perfect Bar knows it will be love at first bite, so for a limited time, they're offering you a chance to try their Refrigerated Protein Bars for FREE. Go to PerfectSnacks.com/WHIT Poppi is a prebiotic soda infused with apple cider vinegar with 25 calories and 5g of sugar! Get on with your gut health goals and shop Poppi for 15% off on Amazon with code “WITHWHIT” and in retailers nationwide.  Culina Health provides clinically driven nutrition care delivered by top dietitians. Visit CulinaHealth.com/WITHWHIT to register to book your first initial session and never pay more than your copay.  Produced by Dear Media This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.

WE'RE BACK WITH SEASON 5!Who shaped you? This Episode's guest knows that behind most successful people lies someone who helped make them who they are. In her latest award-winning book, The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation, Anna Malaika Tubbs celebrates the women behind these men and how the lessons from those women are shaping her own journey.

Greetings Glocal Citizens! This week my guest and I cross paths not only as fellow Stanford Alums, but also as Ghanaians. Born in Mexico and raised around the world, a Ghanaian-American, Dr. Anna Malaika Tubbs holds a Ph.D in Sociology and Masters in Multidisciplinary Gender Studies from the University of Cambridge in addition to a Bachelors in Anthropology from Stanford University. Anna's research, writing, and talks are centered on gender and race issues in the U.S., especially as these relate to the pervasive erasure of Black women. Anna's debut book, The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr, Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation is a New York Times Bestseller as well as a New York Times Editor's Choice and an Amazon Editor's Pick. Anna was also previously the First Partner of Stockton. In her role, she co-authored the “Report on the Status of Women in Stockton” to help guide future policy decisions with the experiences of diverse women in mind. As a result of this work she was named one of six pivotal powerbrokers in the Bay Area by San Francisco Magazine in 2019. Anna has published articles on topics ranging from the importance of inclusivity and feminism to addressing the unique burden Black mothers carry in the U.S. for Time Magazine, New York Magazine, The Guardian, CNN, Motherly, Blavity, Huffington Post, Darling Magazine, and For Harriet. She currently lives in Los Angeles, California with her husband and two children, where she is discovering a new chapter in her creative career with multiple writing projects in the works which you'll learn more about as you listen to our lively conversation. Where to find Anna? www.annamalaikatubbs.com (https://annamalaikatubbs.com) On Instrgram (https://www.instagram.com/annastea_honesty/) On Twitter (https://twitter.com/annas_tea_?lang=en) What's Anna reading? Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents (https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B084FLWDQG&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_6DTJQ5R8KRPQA7Q7GSGG&tag=glocalciti07e-20) by Isabel Wilkerson The Vanishing Half (https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B07XNG5L99&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_BWGMBF6J6G3WHA7BVFJA&tag=glocalciti07e-20) by Brit Bennet What's Anna watching? Ted Lasso (https://tv.apple.com/us/show/ted-lasso/umc.cmc.vtoh0mn0xn7t3c643xqonfzy) Other topics of interest: Hiking in Cold Spring, New York (https://www.travelingfoundlove.com/cold-spring-hiking/) Kokrobite, Ghana (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kokrobite) Oshiyie, Ghana (http://www.pagacademy.org/museum/mHistory.html) About Isabel Wilkerson (https://www.isabelwilkerson.com) About Margot Lee Shetterly (http://margotleeshetterly.com) About Brit Bennet (https://britbennett.com) About Melissa Harris-Perry (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Melissa_Harris-Perry) About Marc Lamont Hill (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marc_Lamont_Hill) About Alicia Garza (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alicia_Garza) About Bryn Clark (https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryn-clark-a7714a60/) About Peleton (https://www.onepeloton.com) Remy Ma Music (http://www.remymamusic.com) *When you click and purchase books using the link(s) above, as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Thank you for your support!

This week Carol welcomes Anna Malaika Tubbs, author of The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation.   Join them for this great discussion about the power of motherhood, its impact on society, and how understanding this power will help mothers (and fathers) become stronger parents.   Anna and Carol discuss the historical mistreatment of Black mothers in particular, and Anna shares her thoughts about how mothers can reclaim their strength and power as they shape their children's (and their own) lives. Anna has been researching and writing about motherhood for years before she had children.  She is now the mother of two, and talks with Carol about how actually experiencing motherhood has impacted her perspective.  Anna and Carol both strongly believe in the power of confident mothering, and offer helpful insights and suggestions for all mothers who can use a confidence boost. Follow us at @GroundControlParenting and on www.groundcontrolparenting.com!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alberta King, Berdis Baldwin, and Louise Little. On this episode, we will be review "The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation” by Anna Malaika Tubbs. This beautifully written book tells the stories of the mothers of three of the most impactful men in recent history, whose legacies will live on forever, but their mothers are the reason for those legacies.

Kate and Doree share an exciting announcement and each pursue a new form of movement. Then, Anna Malaika Tubbs, author of The Three Mothers, joins them to discuss her bedtime routine, her recent 30th birthday and the ways she made it special, the importance and magnitude of both generational trauma and strength, and her next book about patriarchy in America. To leave a voicemail or text for a future episode, reach them at 781-591-0390. You can also email the podcast at forever35podcast@gmail.com.Visit forever35podcast.com for links to everything they mention on the show or visit shopmyshelf.us/forever35.Follow the podcast on Twitter (@Forever35Pod) and Instagram (@Forever35Podcast) and join the Forever35 Facebook Group (Password: Serums). Sign up for the newsletter! at forever35podcast.com/newsletter. This episode is sponsored by:CONAIR - Treat yourself and your hair by searching “Conair Smooth Wrap” on Amazon.com to try the new drying experience with SmoothWrap today! GLADSKIN - Get 15% off plus free shipping on your first order at gladskin.com/FOREVER35.BETTER HELP - Get 10% off your first month with the discount code FOREVER35. Go to betterhelp.com/FOREVER35 to get started today. ROTHY'S - For free shipping and free returns/exchanges, visit rothys.com/forever35. JENNI KAYNE - Get 15% off your first order at jennikayne.com when you use code FOREVER35 at checkout. MASTERCLASS - Visit masterclass.com/forever35 for 15% off the Annual All-Access Pass. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Despite the influence of civil rights icons Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin, their mother's stories were all but erased from history. That is until Dr. Anna Malaika-Tubbs came along.While pregnant with her first child, Dr. Mailka-Tubbs wrote the award-winning book The Three Mothers: How the mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation. Her original research details the lives and influence these women had, and is a catalyst for conversation about the many ways we continue to undervalue the work of mothers. She joins Sabrina to discuss:• The ways in which American society could better celebrate and support mothers• How she refused to be erased as the wife of a prominent politician• Her experience as a Black woman raising young childrenLike what you hear and want more? Sign up for our newsletter full of episode updates and resources on issues impacting women around the world. 

Hosted by Andrew Keen, Keen On features conversations with some of the world's leading thinkers and writers about the economic, political, and technological issues being discussed in the news, right now. In this episode, Andrew is joined by Anna Malaika Tubbs, author of The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation. Anna Malaika Tubbs is a multidisciplinary expert on current and historical understandings of race, gender, and equity. After graduating Phi Beta Kappa from Stanford University with a BA in anthropology, Anna earned her MA in gender studies and her Ph.D. in sociology from the University of Cambridge as a Bill and Melinda Gates Cambridge Scholar. She lives with her husband, Michael Tubbs, and their children Michael Malakai and Nehemiah Neven. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You know when you just hit it off with someone? Well, that certainly was my experience with Anna Malaika Tubbs. Anna is the author of the bestselling book, The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation. In this episode, she opens up about being chronically underestimated, as she worked her way up the academic ladder, and how having children inspired her to champion the unsung mothers who have shaped history. Learn more about Anna Malaika Tubbs: annamalaikatubbs.com -- Love the podcast? Please follow us or subscribe for FREE, rate, and leave us a review! Follow Liz on Instagram: @lizbohannon @ssekodesigns. This podcast is produced by Hueman Group Media. Follow us on IG @huemangroupmedia and Twitter @hueman_media. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pluckingup/message

You know when you just hit it off with someone? Well, that certainly was my experience with Anna Malaika Tubbs. Anna is the author of the bestselling book, The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation. In this episode, she opens up about being chronically underestimated, as she worked her way up the academic ladder, and how having children inspired her to champion the unsung mothers who have shaped history.Learn more about Anna Malaika Tubbs: annamalaikatubbs.com--Love the podcast? Please follow us or subscribe for FREE, rate, and leave us a review! Follow Liz on Instagram: @lizbohannon @ssekodesigns.This podcast is produced by Hueman Group Media. Follow us on IG @huemangroupmedia and Twitter @hueman_media.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pluckingup/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

MLK Jr., Malcolm X and James Baldwin are household names, but what about their mothers? This hour, author Anna Malaika Tubbs explores how these three women shaped American history.

Sponsored by Kindred Bravely - Use code Unstressed20 to save! In this episode, scholar Anna Malaika Tubbs and I discuss her groundbreaking and essential debut The Three Mothers, which celebrates Black motherhood by telling the story of the three women who raised and shaped some of America's most pivotal heroes: Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin. Connect with Anna on Instagram @annastea_honesty Web: https://annamalaikatubbs.com  Read The Three Mothers Like the show? Please leave a review here - even one sentence helps! Post a screenshot of you listening & tag me on Instagram so I can thank you personally! Get the book Motherhood Unstressed - Daily Meditations on Motherhood, Self-Care, and the Art of Living a Life You Love available on Amazon and Kindle Shop Motherhood Unstressed CBD - use code Podcast to save! Subscribe to The Motherhood Unstressed Podcast Instagram @motherhoodunstressed

MLK Jr., Malcolm X and James Baldwin are household names, but what about their mothers? This hour, author Anna Malaika Tubbs explores how these three women shaped American history.

This Mother's Day weekend, we are joined by local author and mom Anna Malaika Tubbs. Her new book, “The Three Mothers,” shines a light on the difficult and often overlooked work of Black mothers, and explores the lives of the women who birthed and raised Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X and James Baldwin. She and host Alex Cohen also talk about the best gifts one can give to mothers everywhere. Hint: It's NOT flowers or chocolate! Get in Touch Want to ask Alex a question? Visit the SoCal in 17 page On Twitter using hashtag #SOCALIN17 or her handle @alexcoheninla In this Episode Find Anna Malaika Tubbs on Twitter: @annas_tea_

  Join me in my conversation with Anna Malaika Tubbs as we discuss her new book The Three Mothers, How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation. Anna is a multidisciplinary scholar on race, gender and equity issues. She holds a BA in anthropology from Stanford University and a MS in gender studies and Ph.D. in Sociology from the University of Cambridge where she was a Bill and Melinda Gates Cambridge Scholar.  This special edition podcast was recorded in conjunction with Mr. Charles Hicks and the DC Black History Celebration Committee. We are grateful for their support and participation. www.dcbhcc.org Guest Anna Malaika Tubbs Anna Malaika Tubbs is a Cambridge Ph.D. candidate in sociology and a Bill and Melinda Gates Cambridge Scholar. After graduating Phi Beta Kappa from Stanford University with a Bachelor's degree in anthropology, Anna received a Master's degree from the University of Cambridge in multidisciplinary gender studies. Outside of the academy she is an educator, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion consultant, and the First Partner of Stockton, California. She lives with her husband, Michael Tubbs, who is the mayor of Stockton, and their son, Michael Malakai. Host Michael Zeldin Michael Zeldin is a well-known and highly-regarded TV and radio analyst/commentator. He has covered many high-profile matters, including the Clinton impeachment proceedings, the Gore v. Bush court challenges, Special Counsel Robert Muller's investigation of interference in the 2016 presidential election, and the Trump impeachment proceedings. In 2019, Michael was a Resident Fellow at the Institute of Politics at the Harvard Kennedy School, where he taught a study group on Independent Investigations of Presidents. Previously, Michael was a federal prosecutor with the U.S. Department of Justice. He also served as Deputy Independent/ Independent Counsel, investigating allegations of tampering with presidential candidate Bill Clinton's passport files, and as Deputy Chief Counsel to the U.S. House of Representatives, Foreign Affairs Committee, October Surprise Task Force, investigating the handling of the American hostage situation in Iran. Michael is a prolific writer and has published Op-ed pieces for CNN.com, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, The Hill, The Washington Times, and The Washington Post. Follow Michael on Twitter: @michaelzeldin Subscribe to the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/that-said-with-michael-zeldin/id1548483720

  Join me in my conversation with Anna Malaika Tubbs as we discuss her new book The Three Mothers, How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation. Anna is a multidisciplinary scholar on race, gender and equity issues. She holds a BA in anthropology from Stanford University and a MS in gender studies and Ph.D. in Sociology from the University of Cambridge where she was a Bill and Melinda Gates Cambridge Scholar.  This special edition podcast was recorded in conjunction with Mr. Charles Hicks and the DC Black History Celebration Committee. We are grateful for their support and participation. www.dcbhcc.org Guest Anna Malaika Tubbs Anna Malaika Tubbs is a Cambridge Ph.D. candidate in sociology and a Bill and Melinda Gates Cambridge Scholar. After graduating Phi Beta Kappa from Stanford University with a Bachelor's degree in anthropology, Anna received a Master's degree from the University of Cambridge in multidisciplinary gender studies. Outside of the academy she is an educator, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion consultant, and the First Partner of Stockton, California. She lives with her husband, Michael Tubbs, who is the mayor of Stockton, and their son, Michael Malakai. Host Michael Zeldin Michael Zeldin is a well-known and highly-regarded TV and radio analyst/commentator. He has covered many high-profile matters, including the Clinton impeachment proceedings, the Gore v. Bush court challenges, Special Counsel Robert Muller's investigation of interference in the 2016 presidential election, and the Trump impeachment proceedings. In 2019, Michael was a Resident Fellow at the Institute of Politics at the Harvard Kennedy School, where he taught a study group on Independent Investigations of Presidents. Previously, Michael was a federal prosecutor with the U.S. Department of Justice. He also served as Deputy Independent/ Independent Counsel, investigating allegations of tampering with presidential candidate Bill Clinton's passport files, and as Deputy Chief Counsel to the U.S. House of Representatives, Foreign Affairs Committee, October Surprise Task Force, investigating the handling of the American hostage situation in Iran. Michael is a prolific writer and has published Op-ed pieces for CNN.com, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, The Hill, The Washington Times, and The Washington Post. Follow Michael on Twitter: @michaelzeldin Subscribe to the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/that-said-with-michael-zeldin/id1548483720

New York Times best-selling author, Anna Malaika Tubbs, and her husband, the first Black mayor of Stockton, California, Michael Tubbs bring their magnetic humanity to a conversation about marriage, parenting, and how Black women have paved the way for justice and equality despite being erased from history books and current conversations. With personal stories and tangible references, Anna and Michael invite us to turn our admiration into action and find strength in our differences. New episodes every Monday

In today's episode, Sharon chats with author and scholar Anna Makaika Tubbs about the mothers of three well-known Civil Rights activists, Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin. Anna, influenced by the Black women in Hidden Figures, began researching Black mothers, a demographic that often goes unnoticed or even erased. Through their own stories, and through their love for their sons, the mothers of these three men significantly impacted their lives. Sharon and Anna discuss the art of research, and how intricate the work is, especially when writing narrative non-fiction, and how the writer ultimately has a responsibility to relay the truth through the craft of the story. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Anna Malaika Tubbs is a New York Times Bestselling author, advocate, and educator who is inspired to bring people together through the celebration of difference. Motivated by her mother's work advocating for women's and children's rights around the world, Anna uses an intersectional lens to advocate for women of color and educate others. Her focus is on addressing gender and race issues in the US, especially the pervasive erasure of Black women which she explored in her recent release The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation. Connect with Anna and her work in the links below: Book: https://amzn.to/3wam81hHIGHLIGHTS02:23 The secret power of power naps 05:12 The story behind the book 10:24 Rewriting the stories of the black mothers 15:22 The role of white supremacy in the erasure of black mothers' stories19:50 Black people do not need to educate everyone of their pain22:35 We don't need to carry the burden alone23:40 Anna's self-care habits and ways to prioritize family32:35 Ways that society can improve their treatment of black mothers 38:32 Raising a black family in this political climate 50:19 Change is always possible in the worldQUOTES08:31 Anna: "It happens all the time, that black women's stories are erased, that black mother's contributions are taken for granted. But I narrowed it down to the civil rights movement because we come back to it all the time in our policy discussions."10:30 Anna: "It's very clear there's an intentional erasure of women's stories, and very specifically black women's stories. Because it doesn't fit this kind of hegemonic notion of this white male who is the leader, this white cisgender male as the hero of every story. It doesn't fit that, we're just gonna say it never happened or it didn't exist."34:59 Anna: "These biases in our healthcare systems that tell back women, you're imagining this, this is just something you're feeling, happen over and over and over again. The black maternal health crisis, so much of it is a result of bias against black women that doesn't hear us, when I say this is happening to me." 36:48 Anna: "We as a nation have seen over and over again that policing should not be responsible for social work. There should be more funding put towards social workers and de-escalation and thinking about other resources that people could call, especially victims of domestic violence."41:16 Anna: "I needed to keep a hold on my joy and my love, and not allow fear to be the only thing that I was feeling. To use that fear as a driving force, to face it, not to hide it.  Say don't be afraid, but say yes, this world can be very scary but my joy and my agency is something I need to hold on to because that's how I continue to fight against these forces."Please leave a five-star review for the Get Loved Up Podcast. When you leave that review, please take a screenshot and email me at koya@koyawebb.com, and I've got a little gift for you.Your thoughts light up Koya's soul, and it helps continue to bring on great guests.To hear more about Koya Webb and Get Loved Up episodes, please visit her website at https://koyawebb.com/.

Throughout US history, the stories of influential Black mothers have been purposefully obscured -- at a high cost to us all. Sociologist Anna Malaika Tubbs unmasks the lies and designs behind this strategic erasure and highlights the scientific, cultural and historical contributions of Black mothers. Listen in as she details how we can change the narrative to move forward. (This conversation, hosted by TED current affairs curator Whitney Pennington Rodgers, was part of an exclusive TED Membership event. Visit ted.com/membership to become a TED Member.)

Throughout US history, the stories of influential Black mothers have been purposefully obscured -- at a high cost to us all. Sociologist Anna Malaika Tubbs unmasks the lies and designs behind this strategic erasure and highlights the scientific, cultural and historical contributions of Black mothers. Listen in as she details how we can change the narrative to move forward. (This conversation, hosted by TED current affairs curator Whitney Pennington Rodgers, was part of an exclusive TED Membership event. Visit ted.com/membership to become a TED Member.)

Throughout US history, the stories of influential Black mothers have been purposefully obscured -- at a high cost to us all. Sociologist Anna Malaika Tubbs unmasks the lies and designs behind this strategic erasure and highlights the scientific, cultural and historical contributions of Black mothers. Listen in as she details how we can change the narrative to move forward. (This conversation, hosted by TED current affairs curator Whitney Pennington Rodgers, was part of an exclusive TED Membership event. Visit ted.com/membership to become a TED Member.)

Throughout US history, the stories of influential Black mothers have been purposefully obscured -- at a high cost to us all. Sociologist Anna Malaika Tubbs unmasks the lies and designs behind this strategic erasure and highlights the scientific, cultural and historical contributions of Black mothers. Listen in as she details how we can change the narrative to move forward. (This conversation, hosted by TED current affairs curator Whitney Pennington Rodgers, was part of an exclusive TED Membership event. Visit ted.com/membership to become a TED Member.)

A lo largo de la historia de EE. UU., las historias de influyentes madres negras han sido ocultadas a propósito, con un alto costo para todos nosotros. La socióloga Anna Malaika Tubbs desenmascara las mentiras y esquemas que hay detrás de esta supresión estratégica y destaca las contribuciones científicas, culturales e históricas de madres negras. Escúchala explicar cómo podemos cambiar la narrativa para seguir adelante.

This is a conversation with Anna Malaika Tubbs, author of the book "The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation." Support: Patreon.com/firethesetimes Website: http://TheFireThisTi.Me Substack: https://thefirethesetimes.substack.com Twitter + Instagram @ firethesetimes What we talked about: The lives of Berdis Baldwin, Louise Little and Alberta King and why their stories matter Anna becoming a mother while writing a book about black motherhood Their famous sons - James Baldwin, Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr - eclipsing their own lives Contextualizing their lives an the long history of violence against black women The role of religion in their lives Books Mentioned: Righteous Discontent: The Women's Movement in the Black Baptist Church, 1880–1920 by Evelyn Brooks Higginbotham We Live for the We: The Political Power of Black Motherhood by Dani McClain In Search of Our Mothers' Gardens by Alice Walker The Mothers by Brit Bennett

Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay break down the Biden administration's harm reduction plan and conversations around the crack pipe headlines (19:08), before discussing new Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel's response to questions about racial identity (48:34). Plus advocate and NYT bestselling author Anna Malaika Tubbs joins to discuss her new book, ‘The Three Mothers' (1:01:37).  Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay Guest: Anna Malaika Tubbs Producers: Trudy Joseph and Donnie Beacham Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

EP163. Anna Malaika Tubbs and Renee chat about the treatment of mothers in our society today and why change is needed. Anna talks about the maternal health crisis in the United States, the lack of support in the postpartum period, and she tells us about her New York Times bestselling book, The Three Mothers. RENEE REINA Instagram: @themomroompodcast | @reneereina_ The Mom Room Shop TikTok: @reneereina_ Facebook Community ANNA MALAIKA TUBBS Instagram: @annastea_honesty Website: annamalaikatubbs.com Book: The Three Mothers by Anna Malaika Tubbs SPONSORS The Adventures of Cairo, a new podcast by Wondery. Dipsea. Organifi. Once Upon a Farm.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Colorado Public Radio reporter Vic Vela found out he was HIV+ in the 1990s, he found comfort in an episode of "The Golden Girls" that helped him deal with his diagnosis. And, we revisit our conversation with Anna Malaika Tubbs about her book "The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation."

Mothers undeniably impact and shape history -- but their stories are often left out or misrepresented, says sociologist and author Anna Malaika Tubbs. This erasure limits policies to support mothers and their essential roles in society. Citing the remarkable lives of Alberta King, Louise Little and Berdis Baldwin (the mothers of Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X and James Baldwin, respectively), Tubbs emphasizes the need to shift the perspective on motherhood at a cultural level -- to better reflect the presence, power and influence of moms as our first leaders, caretakers and teachers. "Would the world be different today if we had been telling their stories all along?" she asks.

“This is not just for us to say, ‘How interesting' now we know three more people, it's for us to say, ‘What can we do now that we know their stories?'" Anna Malaika Tubbs delves into the stories of Alberta King, Louise Little and Berdis Baldwin in our January Nonfiction Pick, The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation. Anna joins us on the show to talk about the importance of reclaiming Black women's stories, motherhood and the lives women lead before they have children, the moments of joy she found writing this book, and much more. Featured Books: The Three Mothers by Anna Malaika Tubbs, Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly, The Warmth of Other Suns by Isabel Wilkerson, and In Search of Our Mother's Gardens by Alice Walker. Poured Over is produced and hosted by Miwa Messer and engineered by Harry Liang. Follow us here for new episodes Tuesdays and Thursdays (with occasional bonus episodes Saturdays.

Zibby is joined by the former mayor of Stockton, CA, Michael Tubbs, to discuss his debut memoir, The Deeper the Roots. Michael shares how his mother's approach to life helped propel him to become the youngest mayor of a major city in American history, why it is so important for authority figures to encourage students in their various pursuits, and what prompted him to file a lawsuit with the NAACP against a former teacher. Michael and Zibby also talk about what the experience was like for Michael to meet his father who is incarcerated and how he and his wife, Anna Malaika Tubbs, are the only married coupled to have both been on Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books.Purchase on Amazon or Bookshop.Amazon: https://amzn.to/3xJbo96Bookshop: https://bit.ly/3I25FjpSubscribe to Zibby's weekly newsletter here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Está claro que las madres juegan un papel importante en la historia, pero sus historias suelen ser ignoradas o malinterpretadas, según la socióloga y autora Anna Malaika Tubbs. Esta situación limita las políticas que ayudan a las madres y al papel fundamental que tienen en la sociedad. Partiendo de las extraordinarias vidas de Alberta King, Louise Little y Berdis Baldwin (madres de Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X y James Baldwin, respectivamente), Tubbs enfatiza la necesidad de cambiar nuestra forma de ver la maternidad a nivel cultural para reflejar mejor la presencia, el poder y la influencia de las madres como nuestras primeras líderes, cuidadoras y profesoras. "¿Sería el mundo un lugar diferente si hubiéramos estado contando sus historias?", se pregunta.

Mothers undeniably impact and shape history -- but their stories are often left out or misrepresented, says sociologist and author Anna Malaika Tubbs. This erasure limits policies to support mothers and their essential roles in society. Citing the remarkable lives of Alberta King, Louise Little and Berdis Baldwin (the mothers of Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X and James Baldwin, respectively), Tubbs emphasizes the need to shift the perspective on motherhood at a cultural level -- to better reflect the presence, power and influence of moms as our first leaders, caretakers and teachers. "Would the world be different today if we had been telling their stories all along?" she asks.

Mothers undeniably impact and shape history -- but their stories are often left out or misrepresented, says sociologist and author Anna Malaika Tubbs. This erasure limits policies to support mothers and their essential roles in society. Citing the remarkable lives of Alberta King, Louise Little and Berdis Baldwin (the mothers of Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X and James Baldwin, respectively), Tubbs emphasizes the need to shift the perspective on motherhood at a cultural level -- to better reflect the presence, power and influence of moms as our first leaders, caretakers and teachers. "Would the world be different today if we had been telling their stories all along?" she asks.

Mothers undeniably impact and shape history -- but their stories are often left out or misrepresented, says sociologist and author Anna Malaika Tubbs. This erasure limits policies to support mothers and their essential roles in society. Citing the remarkable lives of Alberta King, Louise Little and Berdis Baldwin (the mothers of Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X and James Baldwin, respectively), Tubbs emphasizes the need to shift the perspective on motherhood at a cultural level -- to better reflect the presence, power and influence of moms as our first leaders, caretakers and teachers. "Would the world be different today if we had been telling their stories all along?" she asks.

어머니들이 역사에 끼친 영향과 형태는 부정할 나위 없음에도 그들에 대한 이야기는 생략되거나 와전된다고 사회학자이자 작가인 안나 말라이카 텁스는 말합니다. 이야기 속에서 어머니들이 지워짐으로써 그들의 중요한 사회적 역할에 대한 지원을 막게 됩니다. 알버타 킹(마틴 루터 킹의 어머니), 루이스 리틀(말콤 엑스의 어머니), 벌디스 볼드윈(제임스 볼드윈의 어머니)의 주목할 만한 삶을 소개하며, 텁스는 모성애를 문화적 측면으로 봄으로써 최초의 지도자이자 양육자, 선생님으로서 어머니의 존재성과 힘, 영향력이 더 반영되어야 한다고 강조합니다. 텁스는 이렇게 묻습니다. "어머니들의 이야기를 해왔더라면 세상이 달라지지 않았을까요?"

The book “The Three Mothers” tells the story of the mothers of Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X and James Baldwin — Sheinelle Jones speaks with author Anna Malaika Tubbs about why she wanted to tell their stories. Plus, Craig Melvin sits down with Suni Lee's dad, John, to chat about raising the Olympic gold medalist. Also, the Making of TODAY — a behind the scenes look at the team's intense game of pickleball and family week on the 3rd Hour.

Malik heads to Palm Springs for TED Women 2021!Today, he interviews curator Pat Mitchell, authors Rha Goddess, Chanel Reynolds, Susan McPherson, Anna Malaika Tubbs and Cecilia Aragon, as well as musician Melanie Charles! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Advocate, Consultant, and Author of 'The Three Mothers', How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation, and Mother of 2, Anna Malaika Tubbs joins the podcast to share her recent home birth experience of her 2nd child.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Avocate, Consultant, and Author of 'The Three Mothers', How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation, Anna Malaika Tubbs discusses her background, work, first birth experience and plans for her upcoming second birth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  (This conversation was originally aired on April 9, 2021) On this archive edition of Midday, we revisit Tom's conversation last Spring with the author of a book about three accomplished Black women:Alberta King, Louise Little and Berdis Baldwin. It's part biography of these women, and part clarion call for recognition of all Black women. Anna Malaika Tubbs writes that erasure, mis-recognition and historical amnesia are, sadly, part of the formation of African American female identity, and her book is part of her effort to erase that erasure. In exploring the revolutionary power of these women, who came of age between the two World Wars, Tubbs shows how their stories inspire the struggle for survival today. Alberta King, Louise Little and Berdis Baldwin were each accomplished in their own right, and in their own way. Between them, they raised many children, three of whom grew up to be among the most significant figures in the American Civil Rights movement. Tubbs makes the point that these remarkable women, overshadowed in history by their famous sons, have often been ignored, and, that they've been ignored in different ways. In this book, Tubbs goes about the task of elevating them, chronicling their individual achievements, assessing their influence on their children, and correcting the misrepresentations she finds in the current scholarship about them. The book is called The Three Mothers:  How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation.  Anna Malaika Tubbs joined us on Zoom in April, from Los Angeles. Because our show was recorded earlier, we can't take any new calls or comments. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Anna Malaika Tubbs is an author, advocate, consultant and educator whose groundbreaking new book, "The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation," shows just what intersectionality really means. A longtime activist supporting the rights of women of color, she has a bachelor's degree in Medical Anthropology from Stanford University and a master's degree from the University of Cambridge in Multidisciplinary Gender Studies. She's now a PhD candidate at Cambridge in Sociology. She grew up in half a dozen countries around the world, and brings those diverse perspectives to her writing, her research, and her advocacy, which began in earnest at Stanford, where she was President of the Black Student Union. She's also spent several years teaching high school students at Aspire Langston Hughes Academy in Stockton, California, and works as a diversity, equity, and inclusion consultant for both individuals and organizations. 

Anna Malaika Tubbs is an author, advocate, consultant and educator whose groundbreaking new book, "The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation," shows just what intersectionality really means. A longtime activist supporting the rights of women of color, she has a bachelor's degree in Medical Anthropology from Stanford University and a master's degree from the University of Cambridge in Multidisciplinary Gender Studies. She's now a PhD candidate at Cambridge in Sociology. She grew up in half a dozen countries around the world, and brings those diverse perspectives to her writing, her research, and her advocacy, which began in earnest at Stanford, where she was President of the Black Student Union. She's also spent several years teaching high school students at Aspire Langston Hughes Academy in Stockton, California, and works as a diversity, equity, and inclusion consultant for both individuals and organizations. 

Today, on this archive edition of Midday, we begin with a conversation Tom had a few months ago with Anna Malaika Tubbs, the author of a book about three fascinating Black women, Alberta King, Louise Little and Berdis Baldwin. It's part biography of these women, and part clarion call for recognition of all Black women. Anna Malaika Tubbs writes that erasure, mis-recognition and historical amnesia are, sadly, part of the formation of African American female identity, and her book is part of her effort to erase that erasure. In exploring the revolutionary power of these women, who came of age between the two world wars, Tubbs shows how their stories inspire the struggle for survival today. Alberta King, Louise Little and Berdis Baldwin were each accomplished in their own right, and in their own way. Between them, they raised many children, three of whom grew up to be among the most significant figures in the American civil rights movement. The book is called The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation. Anna Malaika Tubbs joined Tom on Zoom this past April from Los Angeles. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anna Malaika Tubbs is an author, advocate, consultant and educator whose groundbreaking new book, "The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation," shows just what intersectionality really means. A longtime activist supporting the rights of women of color, she has a bachelor's degree in Medical Anthropology from Stanford University and a master's degree from the University of Cambridge in Multidisciplinary Gender Studies. She's now a PhD candidate at Cambridge in Sociology. She grew up in half a dozen countries around the world, and brings those diverse perspectives to her writing, her research, and her advocacy, which began in earnest at Stanford, where she was President of the Black Student Union. She's also spent several years teaching high school students at Aspire Langston Hughes Academy in Stockton, California, and works as a diversity, equity, and inclusion consultant for both individuals and organizations. 

A new book makes a multi-generational examination of the origin stories of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin to understand how they were shaped and by whom – their mothers. Anna Malaika Tubbs excavated the lives of these extraordinary women – Alberta King, Louise Little, and Berdis Baldwin – who, in raising and nourishing and shaping their sons, pushed them to greatness. Tubbs's account, The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation is a fascinating and nuanced celebration not only of these women and their contributions to the Civil Rights Movement, but to the Black mothers throughout American history who resiliently pushed back against abhorrent efforts at dehumanization that went so far as to legally declare their children as someone else's property.

Jess and I discuss Americanon, the way these thirteen books shaped culture, gender roles and beliefs in the U.S., evaluating American identity in terms of a different canon of books, looking into what books were owned in any given era, how she decided which books to include in Americanon, and much more. Jess's recommended reads are: Negative Space by Lily Dancyger An Ordinary Age: Finding Your Way in a World That Expects Exceptional by Rainesford Stauffer Life on the Line: Young Doctors Coming of Age in a Pandemic by Emma Goldberg Support or sponsor an episode of the podcast here.   If you enjoyed this episode and want to listen to more episodes, try Joe Berkowitz, Ty Seidule, Julia Cooke, Anna Malaika Tubbs, and Philip D'Anieri. Americanon can be purchased at the Conversations from a Page Bookshop storefront.      Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In her groundbreaking debut The Three Mothers, scholar Anna Malaika Tubbs celebrates Black motherhood by telling the story of the women who shaped three civil rights icons. Anna's book shines a light on the mothers of Martin Luther King, Malcom X and James Baldwin as activists- fighting racism and inequality and as humans- raising black boys with joy and resilience. Throughout this journey of researching and writing the book, Anna herself became a mom. And she is a force. Anna connects to these three women through their shared experience as Black women, as mothers and as humans. 

Ly and I discuss her new book House of Sticks, the extent to which her father’s PTSD shaped her childhood, immigrating to the United States through a humanitarian program when she was three, writing about her family, the multi-layered meaning of the book’s title, wanting to provide hope for others who may experience similar situations, and much more. Ly’s recommended reads are: Things We Lost to the Water by Eric Nguyen Red Rock Baby Candy by Shira Spector Information for the As the Page Turns book club discussion of House of Sticks.   Support or sponsor an episode of the podcast here.    If you enjoyed this episode and want to listen to more like it, try Julia Cooke, Tovah Feldshuh, Anna Malaika Tubbs, Bridgett Davis, and Ayanna Thompson. House of Sticks can be purchased at the Conversations from a Page Bookshop storefront.       Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(This interview was first broadcast on April 9, 2021) Tom's guest in this archive edition of Midday is the author of a book about three accomplished Black women: Alberta King, Louise Little and Berdis Baldwin. It’s part biography of these women, and part clarion call for recognition of all Black women. Anna Malaika Tubbswrites that erasure, mis-recognition and historical amnesia are, sadly, part of the formation of African American female identity, and her book is part of her effort to erase that erasure. In exploring the revolutionary power of these women, who came of age between the two World Wars, Tubbs shows how their stories inspire the struggle for survival today. Alberta King, Louise Little and Berdis Baldwin were each accomplished in their own right, and in their own way. Between them, they raised many children, three of whom grew up to be among the most significant figures in the American Civil Rights movement. The book is called The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation. Anna Malaika Tubbs joins us on Zoom from Los Angeles, California. (Because this program was recorded, we couldn't take any new questions or comments.) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cate and I discuss her new book Mergers and Acquisitions, what she learned while writing for the wedding section of The New York Times, focusing on how people view commitment in today’s world, juxtaposing her own love story with the wedding announcements she created, and much more. Cate’s recommended reads are: Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery Why Peacocks?: An Unlikely Search for Meaning in the World’s Most Magnificent Bird by Sean Flynn Charms for the Easy Life by Kaye Gibbons Support or sponsor an episode of the podcast here.   If you enjoyed this episode and want to listen to more like it, try Julia Cooke, Tovah Feldshuh, Anna Malaika Tubbs, Melissa Croce, and Joe Berkowitz. Mergers and Acquisitions can be purchased at the Conversations from a Page Bookshop storefront.       Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ayanna and I discuss her new book Blackface, her desire to encourage honest and sustained conversations about race, understanding the history of performing blackness and connecting these performances from Shakespeare to minstrel into one long arc, the need for the full rainbow of stories from black authors, the shocking number of blackface performances occurring in the 21st century, and much more. Ayanna’s recommended reads are: Being Property Once Myself: Blackness and the End of Man by Joshua Bennett In the Wake: On Blackness and Being by Christina Sharpe Black Feminism Reimagined: After Intersectionality by Jennifer C. Nash Please take 3 minutes and nominate this podcast in the Society and Culture category of the Quill Podcast Awards here. Support or sponsor an episode of the podcast here.   If you enjoyed this episode and want to listen to more, try Ty Seidule, Mateo Askaripour, Nancy Johnson, Anna Malaika Tubbs, and Bianca Marais. Blackface can be purchased at the Conversations from a Page Bookshop storefront.       Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Berdis Baldwin, Alberta King, Louise Little. Virtually nothing has been said about these extraordinary women until now, but the fundamental belief in equal justice and dignity came above all else from the three mothers of James, Martin Luther and Malcolm. Celebrate Mother's Day and Black motherhood by hearing the story of the three women who raised and shaped some of America's most pivotal heroes. Anna Malaika Tubbs, author of The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of MLK Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation, is a Cambridge Ph.D. candidate in Sociology and a Bill and Melinda Gates Cambridge Scholar, with a BA in Anthropology from Stanford and a Master's from the University of Cambridge in Multidisciplinary Gender Studies. Each year the cathedral chooses a theme for inspiration and reflection, and in 2021 our theme is healing. Join Dean Malcolm Clemens Young for a conversation with the author about how her book stands against the women's erasure, a monument to their historical importance. As Malcolm X put it, “All our achievements are mom's.” Support the author and local booksellers — buy her book at Books Inc. Laurel Village or wherever fine books are sold! You can help us bring the arts to life at Grace with a gift today to The Forum. Click here to give or text Think to 76278. About the guest ANNA MALAIKA TUBBS is the author of The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of MLK Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation. She is also a Cambridge Ph.D. candidate in Sociology and a Bill and Melinda Gates Cambridge Scholar. After graduating Phi Beta Kappa from Stanford University with a BA in Anthropology, Anna received a Master's from the University of Cambridge in Multidisciplinary Gender Studies. Outside of the academy she is an educator and DEI consultant. She lives with her husband, Michael Tubbs, and their son Michael Malakai. About the host   The Very Rev. Dr. Malcolm Clemens Young is the dean of Grace Cathedral. He is the author of The Spiritual Journal of Henry David Thoreau and The Invisible Hand in Wilderness: Economics, Ecology, and God, and is a regular contributor on religion to the Huffington Post and San Francisco Examiner.  About  The  Forum  The Forum is a series of stimulating conversations about faith and ethics in relation to the important issues of our day. We invite inspiring and illustrious people to sit down for a real conversation with the Forum's host, Malcolm Clemens Young, the dean of Grace Cathedral, and with you. Our guests range from artists, inventors and philosophers to pop culturists and elected officials, but the point of The Forum is singular: civil, sophisticated discourse that engages minds and hearts to think in new ways about the world.  More about Grace Forum Online

Erased from history. Ignored in public policy. This Mother’s Day, we ask how to truly value “motherwork.” Plus: The story of one “woke birth.” Gates scholar and author Anna Malaika Tubbs encourages each of us to reimagine our relationships with motherhood and challenge the erasure of mothering figures - starting in the past. Her book, The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr, Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation, tells the stories of the three women who birthed, raised and shaped these changemakers. Then, executive producer Veralyn Williams brings us a series of conversations about the decision to become a mother in the U.S. in spite of unsettling Black maternal mortality statistics. Companion listening for this episode: “Collective Loss, Collective Care” (3/15/21) A reflection on the remarkable ways communities have come together to take care of themselves during a year of COVID-19. “The Necessary Work” (9/7/20) Ai-jen Poo of the National Domestic Workers Alliance tells the origin story of today’s movement to value care workers, and reporter Jenny Casas dives into the history of cleaning up after New Yorkers. “The United States of Anxiety” airs live on Sunday evenings at 6pm ET. The podcast episodes are lightly edited from our live broadcasts. To catch all the action, tune into the show on Sunday nights via the stream on WNYC.org/anxiety or tell your smart speakers to play WNYC.  We want to hear from you! Connect with us on Twitter @WNYC using the hashtag #USofAnxiety or email us at anxiety@wnyc.org.

Anna Malaika Tubbs is on a mission to change the narrative around the value of a woman’s role as a mother – and of caregivers at large. In this special Mother’s Day episode, we sit down with the writer to discuss her new book, The Three Mothers, which unveils the story of the women who raised three civil rights movement leaders – Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X and James Baldwin. She also tells us about her nomadic childhood moving around the world and how it influenced a deep appreciation for human differences; and predicts the sociological impact of the past year on family life. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Welcome to Season Six of the Mother’s Quest Podcast and this special Mother’s Day episode, which shines a light on the untold stories and far-reaching impact of mothers and in particular Black mothers. For this episode, I had the honor of talking with Anna Malaika Tubbs, the brilliant biographer of the groundbreaking book The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr, Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation.In addition to being a mother to a 1 year old boy with another child on the way, Anna is an author, advocate, educator, scholar and Ph.D. candidate in Sociology at the University of Cambridge. Growing up abroad and influenced by her exposure to all kinds of cultures and beliefs, and by her own mother’s work advocating internationally for women’s and children’s rights, Anna uses an intersectional lens to advocate for women of color and to educate others. During her time as an undergraduate student at Stanford University, Anna took from what she’d seen in her parents’ work and began honing her own identity as an activist. As the First Partner of Stockton, CA, she co-authored the first-ever “Report on the Status of Women in Stockton” to guide future policy decisions with the experiences of diverse women in mind. She’s published articles featured in the Huffington Post, For Harriet, Darling Magazine and Blavity, on issues ranging from mass incarceration to the forced sterilization of Black women, as well as the importance of feminism, intersectionality, and inclusivity. Throughout all her work and writing, she draws on her personal experience and extensive research to examine and make relevant gender and race issues in the US, especially the pervasive erasure of Black women. In this incredible debut book, The Three Mothers, Anna celebrates Black motherhood by telling the story of the three women who raised and shaped some of America’s most pivotal civil rights heroes: Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin. Alberta King, Louise Little and Berdis Baldwin were all born at the beginning of the 20th century, all were forced to contend with the prejudices of Jim Crow as Black women, all forged their own unique paths, using their beliefs and talents to shape not only their children but those around them, and all three had to bury their children, two of them after losing their sons to gun violence. In these mothers and their stories, amidst the pain and grief, there also existed vibrancy, love and conviction. One of my biggest takeaways from my conversation with Anna is the importance of acknowledging the continued injustices that Black women endure today and that although Black women continue to experience tremendous grief, they also experience joy and they are not “a conquered victim," but are living through life as whole human beings. My Mother’s Day wish is that you will find time and space to slow down and truly listen to Anna’s insights about the mothers whose stories she so beautifully tells, that you will get and read her book The Three Mothers, and that you’ll join me in saying “yes” to Anna’s challenge. She asks that all of us advance our understanding of different forms of motherhood. Picking up books she says, especially those that focus on Black mothers and Black motherhood, can bring healing for everybody.   Much appreciation, P.S. Know someone who would love this conversation? Pay this forward to a friend who may be interested. This Episode is Dedicated by: Sybrina Fulton After the death of her beloved son, Trayvon Benjamin Martin, in February 2012, Sybrina Fulton was charged with a new mission. A desire to transform family tragedy into social change allowed her to establish the Trayvon Martin Foundation in March 2012. As Fulton traverses the globe, she passionately embarks on a journey designed to bring awareness to senseless gun violence and serves as an advocate to families, the catalyst for her dream project, the “Circle of Mothers.” Winning the national support of president-elect Hillary Clinton, Fulton rallied to the forefront in 2016 at the Democratic National Convention with a cadre of African American trailblazing women known as “Mothers of the Movement.” The women, connected by tragedy, are the inspiration behind  “Black Lives Matter.” In 2017, Fulton co-authored her first book, Rest in Power, The Enduring Life of Trayvon Martin, a memoir recounting the death of her son, and the subject of a six-part docuseries, Rest in Power: The Trayvon Martin Story, produced by hip-hop mogul Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter for Paramount Network and BET (July 2018). Bestowed with many distinguished awards, Sybrina Fulton has represented the United States at the United Nations in Geneva, Switzerland, to discuss racial discrimination; the National Urban League, Black Lives Matter, Rainbow PUSH Coalition, The Triumph Awards (2016), Essence Festival & Conference (2017, 2018), and was selected as the White House’s guest of honor for the unveiling of former President Barak Obama’s initiative, “My Brother’s Keeper.” Fulton is also one of the 2018 recipients of VH1’s Trailblazer Honor Award. A Miami native and graduate of Florida Memorial University, Sybrina Fulton, along with her son, Jahvaris, are on a mission to build better, safer communities. She is a proud member of the Miami Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and the Metropolitan Dade County Section of the National Council of Negro Women, Inc. She created the Circle of Mothers to bring together mothers who have lost children or family members to senseless gun violence for the purpose of healing, empowerment, and fellowship towards the larger aim of community building.    Connect with Sybrina: Facebook  Twitter  Instagram Trayvon Martin Foundation   Give a Mother’s Day Gift: Help mothers heal from the loss of a loved one by supporting and donating to the Circle of Mothers, Sybrina’s weekend retreat for mothers who have lost a child to gun violence. You can support the cause here. Special thanks to Jill Daniel of Happy Women Dinners for introducing us to Anna and her work!    In This Episode We Talk About: Anna's commitment to fighting the erasure of Black women's stories. What inspired Anna to focus her first book on the mothers of sons of the Civil Rights Movement. How painful moments like George Floyd's murder, and joyful moments like Stacy Abram's organizing in Georgia, had Anna editing and adding more relevance right up until the book was published. Anna’s decision to focus on MLK Jr., Malcolm X and James Baldwin as the three famous sons, and their mothers, Alberta King, Louise Little, and Berdis Baldwin whose stories she would tell. The lessons revealed in Anna's book that all mothers can learn from across the E.P.I.C. guideposts. The importance of acknowledging that Black women are "not a conquered victim" but living through life as a whole human being. Anna's challenge for all mothers listening to expand our awareness through reading and her hope that this book will be seen as a celebration of Black womanhood.   This Episode's Challenge: Anna invites us to think about what we can all read to advance our understanding of different forms of motherhood. Picking up books that focus on Black mothers and Black motherhood can bring healing for everybody. The more we are informed, the more conscious we become.  Anna’s next recommendation after finishing her book: The Power of Purpose by Alicia Garza which begins with a powerful description of the impact of Alicia’s mother on her.    Learn More More About Anna: Anna Malaika Tubbs is an Author, advocate, educator, and a Ph.D. candidate in Sociology at the University of Cambridge. Anna grew up abroad in Dubai, Mexico, Sweden, Estonia, and Azerbaijan. Influenced by her exposure to all kinds of cultures and beliefs, Anna is inspired to bring people together through the celebration of difference. Motivated by her mother’s work advocating for women’s and children’s rights around the world, Anna uses an intersectional lens to advocate for women of color and educate others. During her time as an undergraduate student at Stanford University, Anna took from what she’d seen in her parents’ work and began honing her own identity as an activist. She served as the president of Stanford’s Black Student Union when she was only a sophomore and she was also the Executive Director of Stanford’s Alternative Spring Break. In these roles, she organized rallies and events focused on the concerns of the Black community, she fundraised money for women’s clinics in the Bay Area and grew her passion for advocacy and social justice. As the First Partner of Stockton, CA, she co-authored the first-ever “Report on the Status of Women in Stockton” to help guide future policy decisions with the experiences of diverse women in mind. Anna is also a diversity, equity, and inclusion consultant who has worked with companies and individuals interested in progressing their DEI goals. Anna has published articles on issues ranging from mass incarceration to the forced sterilization of Black women, as well as the importance of feminism, intersectionality, and inclusivity. Her work has been featured in the Huffington Post, For Harriet, Darling Magazine, and Blavity. Her first book, titled The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr, Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation, is being published by Flatiron Books in February 2021.Grab a copy of Anna’s The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation HERE! Follow Anna: Twitter Instagram Anna Malaika Tubbs’ Website   Additional Resources: The Purpose of Power: How We Come Together When We Fall Apart by Alicia Garza Documentary: I Am Not Your Negro. Based on the unfinished manuscript by James Baldwin  Mother’s Quest Ep 55: From Grief to Advocacy and a Circle of Mothers with Trayvon Martin’s Mother Sybrina Fulton     Announcements: It’s Mother’s Quest May! Happy Mother’s Day! I hope you’ll seize this holiday as an opportunity to say “yes” to yourself. We’ve declared it Mother’s Quest May in our community and have so many wonderful things to share with you as the month progresses:  The podcast season launch with this episode My first publication the Mother’s Quest Inspiration Guide A self-guided version of the annual Mother’s Quest Manifesto Challenge  And a live virtual “Yes Day for Moms” that I’m co-facilitating with the amazing Graeme Seabrook.  Join the free Facebook Group and sign up for email updates at www.mothersquest.com to learn all the details and come along with us during this special month.     Acknowledgments: A big THANK YOU to our “patrons” for helping to bring these conversations to myself and other mothers through financial and/or in-kind support: Amanda Kruger Hill Graeme Seabrook Anne Armstrong Herve Clermont Samantha Arsenault Vickie Giambra Casey O'Roarty of Joyful Courage Kathie Moehlig or TransFamily Support Services Anne Ferguson of MamaFuel On the Move and etsuko Kubo Kate Amoo-Gottfried Nicole Lee Olivia Parr-Rud "Vince" of the While Black Podcast Sara Brannin-Mooser Lindsay Pera Julie Castro Abrams Alexia Vernon Brooke Markevicius Democracy Clothing Michael Skolnik Helgi Maki Kari Azuma Tamara Sobomehin Katie Krimitsos Carrie Caulfield Arick Rachel Rosen Chandra Brooks Jen Simon Monisha Vasa Celia Ward-Wallace Vanessa Couto Desiree Adaway Rachel Steinman Katie Hanus Denise Barreto Sage B. Hobbs Samantha Nolan-Smith Jody Smith Emily Cretella Collette Flanagan Titilayo Tinubu Ali Carly Magnus Hurt Lizzy Russinko Suzanne Brown Mara Berns Langer Mallory Schlabach Katharine Earhart Jessica Kupferman Jen Jenkins Dohner Genese Harris Tonya Rineer Liane Louie-Badua Cristin Downs Erin Kendall Niko Osoteo Erik Newton Claire Fry Divya Silbermann Rachel Winter Caren and Debbie Lieberman Cameron Miranda Fran and David Lieberman Debbie and Alan Goore The Sustainable Living Podcast Samantha Arsenault Attica Locke   Support the Podcast If you’d like to make a contribution to Mother’s Quest to support Season Four of the Podcast and/or help provide coaching scholarships for mothers, follow this link to make a contribution. If you would like to “dedicate” an upcoming episode to a special mother in your life, email me at julie@mothersquest.com   Mother's Quest is a podcast for moms who are ready to live a truly E.P.I.C. life. Join in for intimate conversations with a diverse group of inspiring mothers as they share how they are living an E.P.I.C. life, Engaging mindfully with their children (E), Passionately and Purposefully making a difference beyond their family (P), Investing in themselves (I), and Connecting to a strong support network (C). Join our community of mothers to light the way and sustain you on your quest at https://www.facebook.com/groups/mothersquest/

My guest today is Anna Malaika Tubbs, the author of 'The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation'. She is also a Cambridge PhD. candidate in Sociology and a Bill and Melinda Gates Cambridge Scholar. We talk about black womanhood, motherhood, the wonderful life of these 3 historical characters and the Meghan-Oprah interview!

This Women's History Month, P4L honors the radical power of Black mothers with Anna Malaika Tubbs author of The Three Mothers which celebrates Black motherhood by telling the story of the women who raised and shaped three of America's most pivotal heroes: Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin. Keep up with Anna, IG: @annastea_honesty Twitter: @annas_tea_ Website: annamalaikatubbs.com. Buy your copy The Three Mothers at https://static.macmillan.com/static/fib/three-mothers/

Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin pioneered equality through their common virtues of faith and resilience. They changed the minds of many Americans through their ability to assess community knowledge and make it accessible to the masses. These men were not born with this innate ability to lead; they were shaped by their surroundings and upbringing to fight for social justice. Much has been written about Baldwin, Dr. King, and Malcolm X, but virtually nothing has been said about the extraordinary women who raised them to be the leaders they became. Join us in conversation with Anna Malaika Tubbs as she celebrates Black motherhood in her new book, The Three Mothers. Baldwin's mother Berdis, King's mother Alberta, and Malcolm X's mother Louise raised their sons with the hope of helping them to survive in a society that would deny their humanity from the very beginning. Louise's reminders of the family's activist roots, Berdis' encouragement of creative writing, and Alberta's concentration on faith were integral to each of the men's outlook on life. The Black mothers who raised America's most pivotal heroes each represent a piece of history left untold and a celebration of Black motherhood long overdue. SPEAKERS Julia Gillard Former Prime Minister of Australia; Co-author, Women and Leadership: Real Lives, Real Lessons Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Former Finance Minister of Nigeria, Co-author, Women and Leadership: Real Lives, Real Lessons In Conversation with Jennifer Palmieri Former White House Communications Director; Co-host, “The Circus” on Showtime; Author, She Proclaims: Our Declaration of Independence from a Man's World In response to the COVID-19 Pandemic, this program was recorded via online livestream by the Commonwealth Club of California in San Francisco, CA, on February 2, 2021. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin pioneered equality through their common virtues of faith and resilience. They changed the minds of many Americans through their ability to assess community knowledge and make it accessible to the masses. These men were not born with this innate ability to lead; they were shaped by their surroundings and upbringing to fight for social justice. Much has been written about Baldwin, Dr. King, and Malcolm X, but virtually nothing has been said about the extraordinary women who raised them to be the leaders they became. Join us in conversation with Anna Malaika Tubbs as she celebrates Black motherhood in her new book, The Three Mothers. Baldwin's mother Berdis, King's mother Alberta, and Malcolm X's mother Louise raised their sons with the hope of helping them to survive in a society that would deny their humanity from the very beginning. Louise's reminders of the family's activist roots, Berdis' encouragement of creative writing, and Alberta's concentration on faith were integral to each of the men's outlook on life. The Black mothers who raised America's most pivotal heroes each represent a piece of history left untold and a celebration of Black motherhood long overdue. SPEAKERS Anna Malaika Tubbs Author, The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation Valerie Coleman Morris Emmy Award-Winning Journalist—Moderator Copies of The Three Mothers are available for purchase at checkout (U.S. domestic shipping only); our thanks to Marcus Books in Oakland for fulfilling book orders In response to the COVID-19 Pandemic, this program was recorded via online livestream by the Commonwealth Club of California in San Francisco, CA, on February 3, 2021. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices