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This Day in Legal History: Nineteenth Amendment RatifiedOn August 18, 1920, the Nineteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified, guaranteeing women the right to vote and marking a major legal milestone in the struggle for gender equality. The amendment states simply: “The right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged… on account of sex.” Its passage capped off more than 70 years of organized activism, dating back to the Seneca Falls Convention in 1848. Suffragists like Susan B. Anthony, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Sojourner Truth, and Alice Paul played pivotal roles in maintaining momentum across generations, despite fierce opposition.The road to ratification was grueling. Congress passed the amendment in 1919, but it still required approval from three-fourths of the states—36 at the time. Tennessee became the critical 36th state, narrowly approving the amendment in a dramatic vote where a 24-year-old legislator, Harry T. Burn, changed his vote after receiving a letter from his mother urging him to support suffrage. That moment tipped the scales and enshrined the right to vote for women nationwide.Before the amendment, several western states had already extended suffrage to women, but many others actively suppressed it. The legal recognition of women's voting rights through constitutional amendment removed any ambiguity and forced all states to comply. The Nineteenth Amendment not only transformed the electorate but also reshaped American democracy by recognizing women as full political participants.The Trump administration is accusing a federal judge in Boston of undermining the authority of the U.S. Supreme Court by continuing to block the administration from firing staff in the Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights. U.S. District Judge Myong Joun had issued an injunction requiring the reinstatement of employees let go in a mass layoff, despite the Supreme Court having recently paused a broader version of that order. The Justice Department has asked the 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals to intervene, arguing that Joun's refusal to lift the narrower injunction contradicts the Supreme Court's ruling and undermines the rule of law.The judge's decision stems from a lawsuit challenging Secretary of Education Linda McMahon's plan to lay off over 1,300 department employees, part of President Trump's broader goal of eliminating the department—something only Congress can authorize. The plaintiffs, including students and advocacy groups, focused specifically on the Office for Civil Rights, which was set to lose half its staff. They argue that lifting the injunction now would effectively reward the administration's ongoing failure to comply with the court's order, as the terminated employees have not yet been reinstated.Judge Joun, appointed by President Biden, criticized the Supreme Court's ruling as "unreasoned" and pointed to the administration's continued noncompliance. The 1st Circuit has asked the plaintiffs to respond promptly to the Justice Department's request, signaling an expedited review.Trump administration claims judge defied Supreme Court to bar Education Department firings | ReutersFederal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is preparing for what may be his final speech at the annual Jackson Hole conference, facing a complicated economic picture that challenges his data-driven policy approach. In past years, Powell used the conference to pledge aggressive action against inflation and, later, to support the labor market. Now, with inflation still above target and signs of economic slowdown emerging, Powell must decide whether to prioritize price stability or job preservation.The Trump administration and many investors expect interest rate cuts at the Fed's September meeting, but Powell's messaging—how he frames future actions—may matter more than the decision itself. Internally, Fed officials are split: some want to move quickly to protect jobs, while others want to wait for clearer evidence that inflation won't rebound. Powell has previously styled himself after past Fed chairs like Paul Volcker and Alan Greenspan, with Volcker's inflation-fighting resolve and Greenspan's forward-looking leniency both offering competing models.Recent economic data has sent mixed signals. Revised job growth numbers were lower than initially reported, supporting arguments for easing monetary policy, but inflation has edged up again. Trump's tariff policies add further uncertainty, though their economic impact has so far been less severe than feared. With the economy growing slowly and inflation still above the Fed's 2% target, Powell must decide whether to stay the course, cut rates cautiously, or begin a broader shift.Powell has used Jackson Hole to battle inflation and buoy jobs; he's now caught between both | ReutersNovo Nordisk's shares rose by up to 5% after receiving accelerated U.S. approval for its weight-loss drug Wegovy to treat MASH (metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis), a progressive liver disease that affects about 5% of U.S. adults. This marks the first GLP-1 drug approved for MASH and offers a significant, if temporary, advantage over competitor Eli Lilly, which is still in clinical trials for its own MASH-targeting drug, tirzepatide.The news was a welcome reversal for Novo, which recently lost over $70 billion in market value following a profit warning and leadership change. The company, once Europe's most valuable publicly traded firm due to Wegovy's success, has seen its share price drop sharply over the past year amid intensifying competition in the obesity drug market and the rise of compounded copycat drugs.Although Novo now holds a short-term lead in the liver disease market, analysts expect that exclusivity will be brief once Eli Lilly gains approval. Novo has also submitted applications in Europe and Japan, signaling its intention to secure broader global use for Wegovy beyond weight loss.Shares in Novo Nordisk rise after Wegovy gets US nod for liver disease treatment | ReutersNorton Rose's ambitious tech partnership with NMBL Technologies has ended in failure and mutual lawsuits, highlighting how difficult it is for Big Law firms to pivot from selling legal services to selling tech products. The firm's Chicago office, launched in 2022 as an “innovation hub,” aimed to introduce 150 clients to Proxy, a legal workflow tool developed by a new partner, Daniel Farris. But three years later, not a single sale was made. NMBL claims Norton Rose didn't uphold its end of the deal and stifled the rollout, while the firm says clients weren't interested and is seeking damages for the investment.The fallout underscores broader challenges law firms face as they increasingly invest in artificial intelligence and legal tech amid growing demand and rising budgets. Unlike traditional legal work, selling products requires different infrastructure and skills—such as dedicated sales teams—that most law firms lack. Despite producing marketing materials and training resources, NMBL alleges that very few Norton Rose lawyers engaged with the product and that the firm failed to meaningfully promote it.NMBL is seeking $15 million in damages, accusing the firm of using the deal merely to recruit talent, while Norton Rose wants $250,000, calling the product commercially nonviable. The firm also allegedly created a shell subsidiary, LX, to meet contract terms but never properly funded or activated it. This case illustrates the steep learning curve law firms face in transitioning to tech-based business models and the internal resistance that can derail innovation.Firm's Failed Tech Venture Foretells Big Law's AI Sales Struggle This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe
Sojourner Truth is a hard-hitting news and public affairs program that brings you views and voices rarely heard in corporate media. Hosted by longtime journalist and activist Margaret Prescod and renowned human rights attorney Nana Gyamfi, the show delivers deep and intersectional analysis of the policies, politics, and movements shaping our world.Each week, Sojourner Truth covers local, national, and international issues, with a focus on how women, communities of color, and other frontline communities are organizing for justice. Whether spotlighting political repression, economic inequality, or global uprisings, the program amplifies grassroots responses and connects the dots between struggles.With sharp headlines, in-depth interviews, and cultural segments, the show explores:• Movement building and abolitionist organizing• Black liberation and international solidarity• The intersection of gender, race, and class• The impact of U.S. and global policy on marginalized communities• The role of art, media, and resistance culture in shaping public consciousnessSojourner Truth is radio in the tradition of radical journalism — unapologetically grounded in truth-telling, community power, and transformative justice.
In this episode, part 2 of the “It's All Greek Retrospective” series, Master Gardener Jean Thomas talks about jargon and acronyms with the help of some examples from our own New York gardens. These previously aired short segments have been grouped together as they all focus on a common topic: helping to better understand gardening nomenclature. From the Dawn Redwood (Metasequoia glyptrostroboides) to the vast Iris family, nicknames and descriptions abound. The Latin name of the Dawn Redwood is great and grand, but when translated, it turns out to be fancy words that repeat themselves. Iris fanciers discuss the German or the Russian or the Dutch or the Japanese types and rave about their standards and their falls. 'Standards' are the three upright and 'falls' are the three down-facing petals. Part of the fun is peeking into the mythology surrounding Iris. Did you know that the Harpies, famously terrible, were related to the famously beautiful goddess of the rainbow? The next two segments focus specifically about other perennials we know and love. Echinacea is named for a hedgehog (which has no population in North America where the Echinacea was “found”). Hemerocallis is Latin for “Beauty for a Day,” although we commonly call it the “Daylily.” Hostas also have identity issues, being often called Funkias in Europe. Peonies have a long history in China as well as some wild mythological rumors in Greece about Zeus and his shenanigans. And while the Greeks are being discussed, there is a wonderful story about the famous doctor Asclepias and how the milkweed got its formal name. The very last segment of this episode delves into the common Rudbeckia and Phlox, both of which have a habit of traveling because of their prolific seed production. Then the episode goes to the Dutch... language, that is. The Dutch nation has always been at the forefront of garden development and production. , And the Hudson Valley of New York State has a special connection going back four centuries. Food names, place names and historical characters call the Hudson Valley home, like the Roosevelts and Van Burens and even Sojourner Truth in her unique way. Listen, learn, and enjoy! Host: Jean Thomas Guest:Jean Thomas Photo By: Jean Thomas Production Support: Linda Aydlett, Deven Connelly, Teresa Golden, Tim Kennelty, Amy Meadow, Xandra Powers, Annie Scibienski Resources
Sojourner Truth is a hard-hitting news and public affairs program that brings you views and voices rarely heard in corporate media. Hosted by longtime journalist and activist Margaret Prescod and renowned human rights attorney Nana Gyamfi, the show delivers deep and intersectional analysis of the policies, politics, and movements shaping our world.Each week, Sojourner Truth covers local, national, and international issues, with a focus on how women, communities of color, and other frontline communities are organizing for justice. Whether spotlighting political repression, economic inequality, or global uprisings, the program amplifies grassroots responses and connects the dots between struggles.With sharp headlines, in-depth interviews, and cultural segments, the show explores:• Movement building and abolitionist organizing• Black liberation and international solidarity• The intersection of gender, race, and class• The impact of U.S. and global policy on marginalized communities• The role of art, media, and resistance culture in shaping public consciousnessSojourner Truth is radio in the tradition of radical journalism — unapologetically grounded in truth-telling, community power, and transformative justice.
Sojourner Truth is a hard-hitting news and public affairs program that brings you views and voices rarely heard in corporate media. Hosted by longtime journalist and activist Margaret Prescod and renowned human rights attorney Nana Gyamfi, the show delivers deep and intersectional analysis of the policies, politics, and movements shaping our world.Each week, Sojourner Truth covers local, national, and international issues, with a focus on how women, communities of color, and other frontline communities are organizing for justice. Whether spotlighting political repression, economic inequality, or global uprisings, the program amplifies grassroots responses and connects the dots between struggles.With sharp headlines, in-depth interviews, and cultural segments, the show explores:• Movement building and abolitionist organizing• Black liberation and international solidarity• The intersection of gender, race, and class• The impact of U.S. and global policy on marginalized communities• The role of art, media, and resistance culture in shaping public consciousnessSojourner Truth is radio in the tradition of radical journalism — unapologetically grounded in truth-telling, community power, and transformative justice.
Informações Técnicas:Segundas FeministasEpisódio 216: #SegundasTemáticas: Mulheres negras intelectuais - a trajetória de Sojourner TruthEntrevistada: Mayara TeodoroEquipe de Produção (projeto e execução): Direção Geral (Coordenação): Ana Carolina Coelho (UFG) e Marcela Boni (UNICAMP)Direção executiva: Maria Clara Cavalcanti (UERJ) e Marilene Quintino (PUC-SP)Produtora Executiva : Lerranya Lasmar (UFOP)Pesquisa e Roteiro: GT Gênero ANPUH BrasilLocução: Marilene Quintino (PUC-SP)Vozes: Indiara Launa Teodoro (UFRPE), Maria Clara Cavalcanti (UERJ)Edição de áudio: Olívia Tereza Pinheiro de Siqueira (UERJ), Lerranya Lasmar (UFOP) e Marilene Quintino (PUC-SP)Pesquisa gráfica, Arte e Social media: Ingryd Damásio (UNIMONTES) e Maria Clara Cavalcanti (UERJ)Colaboração: ANPUH Brasil e GT GÊNERO ANPUH Brasil;Trilha sonora: Ekena, Todxs Putxs (2017) Realização e apoio: ANPUH Brasil e GT GÊNERO ANPUH Brasil.País/Ano: Brasil/2025www.instagram.com/segundasfeministas/www.facebook.com/Segundas-Feministas/
Sojourner Truth is a hard-hitting news and public affairs program that brings you views and voices rarely heard in corporate media. Hosted by longtime journalist and activist Margaret Prescod and renowned human rights attorney Nana Gyamfi, the show delivers deep and intersectional analysis of the policies, politics, and movements shaping our world.Each week, Sojourner Truth covers local, national, and international issues, with a focus on how women, communities of color, and other frontline communities are organizing for justice. Whether spotlighting political repression, economic inequality, or global uprisings, the program amplifies grassroots responses and connects the dots between struggles.With sharp headlines, in-depth interviews, and cultural segments, the show explores:• Movement building and abolitionist organizing• Black liberation and international solidarity• The intersection of gender, race, and class• The impact of U.S. and global policy on marginalized communities• The role of art, media, and resistance culture in shaping public consciousnessSojourner Truth is radio in the tradition of radical journalism — unapologetically grounded in truth-telling, community power, and transformative justice.
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Sojourner Truth is a hard-hitting news and public affairs program that brings you views and voices rarely heard in corporate media. Hosted by longtime journalist and activist Margaret Prescod and renowned human rights attorney Nana Gyamfi, the show delivers deep and intersectional analysis of the policies, politics, and movements shaping our world.Each week, Sojourner Truth covers local, national, and international issues, with a focus on how women, communities of color, and other frontline communities are organizing for justice. Whether spotlighting political repression, economic inequality, or global uprisings, the program amplifies grassroots responses and connects the dots between struggles.With sharp headlines, in-depth interviews, and cultural segments, the show explores:• Movement building and abolitionist organizing• Black liberation and international solidarity• The intersection of gender, race, and class• The impact of U.S. and global policy on marginalized communities• The role of art, media, and resistance culture in shaping public consciousnessSojourner Truth is radio in the tradition of radical journalism — unapologetically grounded in truth-telling, community power, and transformative justice.
Sojourner Truth is a hard-hitting news and public affairs program that brings you views and voices rarely heard in corporate media. Hosted by longtime journalist and activist Margaret Prescod and renowned human rights attorney Nana Gyamfi, the show delivers deep and intersectional analysis of the policies, politics, and movements shaping our world.Each week, Sojourner Truth covers local, national, and international issues, with a focus on how women, communities of color, and other frontline communities are organizing for justice. Whether spotlighting political repression, economic inequality, or global uprisings, the program amplifies grassroots responses and connects the dots between struggles.With sharp headlines, in-depth interviews, and cultural segments, the show explores:• Movement building and abolitionist organizing• Black liberation and international solidarity• The intersection of gender, race, and class• The impact of U.S. and global policy on marginalized communities• The role of art, media, and resistance culture in shaping public consciousnessSojourner Truth is radio in the tradition of radical journalism — unapologetically grounded in truth-telling, community power, and transformative justice.
Greg Jenner is joined in the eighteenth century by Professor Frank Cogliano and comedian and actor Patton Oswalt for a special Fourth of July episode all about the American War of Independence. Also known as the American Revolutionary War, 2025 marks 250 years since the start of the conflict in 1775, when the first battles between the British army and the colonial resistance were fought at Lexington and Concord. But what caused Britain's North American colonies to rebel against the king and government in London? At what point did they start to see themselves as American and not British? And how did a colonial militia take on an imperial superpower? This episode charts the growing rift between Britain and its American colonists, taking in famous events like the Boston Massacre, the Boston Tea Party and the calling of the first Continental Congress, all the way through to the Declaration of Independence and the course of the revolutionary war itself. We learn how America fought to free itself from the shackles of British rule, and meet some well-known names from history, including Thomas Jefferson, Ben Franklin and George Washington. And we also ask whose freedom was being fought for, and who – such as Black and Indigenous Americans – got left behind. If you're a fan of fearless freedom fighters, political wrangling and stunning military victories, you'll love our episode on the American War of Independence.If you want more American political history, listen to our episode on Becoming America, or episodes on abolitionists Frederick Douglass and Sojourner Truth. And for more independence movements, check out our episode on Simón Bolívar.You're Dead To Me is the comedy podcast that takes history seriously. Every episode, Greg Jenner brings together the best names in history and comedy to learn and laugh about the past.Hosted by: Greg Jenner Research by: Charlotte Emily Edgeshaw Written by: Emmie Rose Price-Goodfellow, Emma Nagouse, and Greg Jenner Produced by: Emmie Rose Price-Goodfellow and Greg Jenner Audio Producer: Steve Hankey Production Coordinator: Ben Hollands Senior Producer: Emma Nagouse Executive Editor: Philip Sellars
Sojourner Truth is a hard-hitting news and public affairs program that brings you views and voices rarely heard in corporate media. Hosted by longtime journalist and activist Margaret Prescod and renowned human rights attorney Nana Gyamfi, the show delivers deep and intersectional analysis of the policies, politics, and movements shaping our world.Each week, Sojourner Truth covers local, national, and international issues, with a focus on how women, communities of color, and other frontline communities are organizing for justice. Whether spotlighting political repression, economic inequality, or global uprisings, the program amplifies grassroots responses and connects the dots between struggles.With sharp headlines, in-depth interviews, and cultural segments, the show explores:• Movement building and abolitionist organizing• Black liberation and international solidarity• The intersection of gender, race, and class• The impact of U.S. and global policy on marginalized communities• The role of art, media, and resistance culture in shaping public consciousnessSojourner Truth is radio in the tradition of radical journalism — unapologetically grounded in truth-telling, community power, and transformative justice.
A White actress sues library for not allowing her to portray Black civil rights icons like Harriet Tubman, Sojourner Truth and Mary McLeod Bethune. Jesse Watters offers to set Jasmine Crockett up with a White man and much more Host: Dr. Rashad Richey (@IndisputableTYT) Co-Host: Yasmin Aliya Khan (@YazzieK) *** SUBSCRIBE on YOUTUBE ☞ https://www.youtube.com/IndisputableTYT FOLLOW US ON: FACEBOOK ☞ https://www.facebook.com/IndisputableTYT TWITTER ☞ https://www.twitter.com/IndisputableTYT INSTAGRAM ☞ https://www.instagram.com/IndisputableTYT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Vanessa opens Foremother Friday with a grounding poem, setting the tone for a powerful reflection on family, legacy, and care. Trelani joins to share wisdom from our ancestral guiding light, Sojourner Truth, weaving her lessons into parenting insights that transcend generations. Morgan offers heartfelt advice on parenting, and trekkers add their voices, sharing thoughts, wisdom, and lived experiences on mothering, parenting, and caretaking. This episode features an empowering original song by Judylne, a heartfelt ode to self-love. As we wrap up week nine, we celebrate the ways we nurture, protect, and uplift one another. Be sure to claim your Sojourner Truth badge!
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The history you think you know wasn't just written in books--it was curated, shaped, and edited by people with their own self interests. But before that, it was lived. And the people whose lives we study weren't usually the ones who got to tell their own stories. Some voices were amplified, while others were diminished--or erased altogether.In this episode, Sojourner Truth's famous speech at the 1851 Akron Women's Rights Convention is the starting point for unraveling hundreds of years of lost and manipulated history, reminding us why the truth must never be allowed to be forgotten.To read the speeches for yourself, find both versions here, as well as a video demonstrating the accent Sojourner would have had:Compare the Speeches — The Sojourner Truth ProjectFind me here:https://linktr.ee/TrueCrimeBnB?utm_source=linktree_profile_shareYou can find me on Instagram or Facebook @TrueCrimeBnB, but I don't check Facebook muchYou can send me an email at TrueCrimeBnBPod@gmail.com
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Greg Jenner is joined in 19th-Century America by Dr Michell Chresfield and comedian Desiree Burch to learn all about abolitionist and suffragist Sojourner Truth.Born into slavery in a Dutch-speaking area of New England, Sojourner Truth fought to free herself and then others, becoming one of the best-known abolitionist activists in America. She even succeeded in freeing her son, making her the first Black American woman to win a court case.A devoutly religious woman, Truth felt that God had called her to travel the country, preaching and advocating for the end of slavery, women's rights and universal suffrage. Along the way, she rubbed shoulders with abolitionists like Frederick Douglass, and politicians including Abraham Lincoln himself. This episode tells the story of her incredible life, beliefs and fight for justice, and even examines the true story behind her famous “ain't I a woman?” speech.This is a radio edit of the original podcast episode. For the full-length version, please look further back in the feed.Hosted by: Greg Jenner Research by: Madeleine Bracey Written by: Madeleine Bracey, Emmie Rose Price-Goodfellow, Emma Nagouse, and Greg Jenner Produced by: Emmie Rose Price-Goodfellow and Greg Jenner Audio Producer: Steve Hankey Production Coordinator: Ben Hollands Senior Producer: Emma Nagouse Executive Editor: James Cook
Langston Hughes, the great African American poet, said decades ago, “Fascism is a new name for that kind of terror the Negro has always faced in America.” Fascism can and has led to genocide. Progressive African American intellectuals, writers, poets, and musicians have had a long tradition and history of solidarity and resisting fascism and genocide, from Frederick Douglass to Gil Scott-Heron, from Sojourner Truth to Angela Davis, from W.E.B. Du Bois to John Lewis, from Paul Robeson to Amiri Baraka, from Ida B. Wells to Malcolm X, from Ella Baker to Dr. King, from Harry Belafonte to Sonny Rollins, from James Baldwin to Cornel West and up to the present moment where Robin D. G. Kelley warns “We're witnessing the consolidation of a fascist police state.” Recorded at the University of Massachusetts.
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Power Week begins with Morgan leading a foremother meditation, honoring the legacy of abolitionist Sojourner Truth. Our homegirl Sandria then takes the reins for Teach-in Tuesday with a powerful interview featuring Kimberely Harris, a dedicated political worker from Chicago. Vanessa follows with two essential life-saving skills: identifying personal political values and engaging in local civic action. Tune in for an episode filled with wisdom, strategy, and empowerment!
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Sojourner Truth brings you news and views on local, national, and international policies and stories that affect us all.
Sojourner Truth brings you news and views on local, national, and international policies and stories that affect us all.
Sojourner Truth brings you news and views on local, national, and international policies and stories that affect us all.
What do you get when you mix a 185-foot steeple, a Civil War construction delay, a lecture from Sojourner Truth, and a bell with New York swagger? You get the First Presbyterian Church of Coldwater — a Romanesque Revival legend that's been standing tall (literally) since the 1860s. In this episode, we're diving into Coldwater's architectural pride, feminist guest stars, and why one donor basically said, “Build it big enough to be seen from Indiana.” Church has never sounded this iconic.
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Sojourner Truth brings you news and views on local, national, and international policies and stories that affect us all.
Sojourner Truth brings you news and views on local, national, and international policies and stories that affect us all.
Sojourner Truth brings you news and views on local, national, and international policies and stories that affect us all.
St. Luke United Methodist Church—Bryn Mawr, PA. Centering on the life and legacy of Sojourner Truth, this message challenges traditional interpretations of 2 Corinthians 5:16–21 that promote cultural conformity in the name of Christian unity. Min. Harris reclaims reconciliation as sacred coexistence, not submission, through Africological theology, womanist spirituality, and bold biblical exegesis. From the African origins of humanity to the silenced wisdom of the poor and prophetic voices of Black women, this sermon invites listeners to reimagine what it truly means to be “new creations” in Christ. Tune in and discover how genuine reconciliation allows every culture to worship God without erasure or apology.
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"Listen, as I recite one of the most iconic speeches of American History. At the 1851 Women's Rights Convention held in Akron, Ohio, Sojourner Truth delivered what is now recognized as one of the most famous abolitionist and women's rights speeches in American history, “Ain't I a Woman?” She continued to speak out for the rights of African Americans and women during and after the Civil War. Ladies and Gentleman, in honor of Women's History Month- I give you... Sojourner Truth's 'Ain't I A Woman? Enjoy!"
Picking up where she left off with Pauli Murray, Rev. Dr. Andriette now turns our sacred attention to the extraordinary life and voice of Sojourner Truth—a woman who embodied truth-telling, spiritual boldness, and sacred activism. Through a powerful metaphysical lens, we'll explore how Sojourner's legacy invites us to activate our own divine courage, speak from spiritual authority, and rise—unapologetically—into our soul's purpose. This is more than history. This is herstory as sacred call and spiritual demonstration. Join us live and be lifted!
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In honor of Women's History Month, Benji and Tori join up to discuss the life and legacy of Sojourner Truth. From escaping slavery to delivering her iconic "Ain't I a Woman?" speech, Truth's words and actions challenged societal norms and fought for equality. Want Ad-Free Early Episodes? Support the show! Follow Benjamin Faye on Bluesky Follow Benjamin Faye on Instagram Follow Tori on Bluesky Follow White Homework on Instagram
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Throughout her prolific writing career, Nell Irvin Painter has published works on such luminaries as Sojourner Truth, Ralph Waldo Emerson, and Malcolm X. Her unique vantage on American history pushes the boundaries of personal narrative and academic authorship and asks readers to reconsider ideas of race, politics, and identity. She joins to discuss her legendary career as a distinguished historian, award-winning author, and artist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Women were active participants in the Millerite Movement, a mid-nineteenth century American revival movement. They not only believed Christ was coming soon, they actively disseminated the good news. And if Christ was coming soon, they needed to work together to improve the lives of those around them. This episode explores the lives of little-known Millerite women who were actively involved in the Millerite, temperance, abolition, and suffrage movements and how these activities intersected. Guest: Dr. Kevin Burton, Director of the Center for Adventist Research. Explore More Book | Strangers and Pilgrims by Catherine Brekus https://uncpress.org/book/9780807847459/strangers-and-pilgrims/ Book | Sarah Osborn's World: The Rise of Evangelical Christianity in Early America by Catherine Brekus - https://a.co/d/cyznIlQ Book | Barbara Kruger “Divine Expectations: An American Woman In Nineteenth-Century Palestine” - https://a.co/d/3sVK2Gv 1843 Fitch Prophecy Chart - https://adventistdigitallibrary.org/islandora/object/adl:421834 This episode mentions Sojourner Truth, William Miller, Clorinda S. Minor, Emily Clemens Pearson, Olivia Maria Rice, Lucy Maria Hersy Stoddard, Caroline Severance, Charles Fitch, Abigail Folsom, Catherine S. Kilton, and Ellen Harmon White.
Greg Jenner is joined in 19th-Century America by Dr Michell Chresfield and comedian Desiree Burch to learn all about abolitionist and suffragist Sojourner Truth. Born into slavery in a Dutch-speaking area of New England, Sojourner Truth fought to free herself and then others, becoming one of the best-known abolitionist activists in America. She even succeeded in freeing her son, making her the first Black American woman to win a court case. A devoutly religious woman, Truth felt that God had called her to travel the country, preaching and advocating for the end of slavery, women's rights and universal suffrage. Along the way, she rubbed shoulders with abolitionists like Frederick Douglass, and politicians including Abraham Lincoln himself. This episode tells the story of her incredible life, beliefs and fight for justice, and even examines the true story behind her famous “ain't I a woman?” speech.If you're a fan of inspirational activists, courtroom drama and questionable cults, you'll love our episode on Sojourner Truth.If you want more from Desiree and Michell, check out our episodes on Harriet Tubman and Josephine Baker. And for more abolitionist history, listen to our episode on Frederick Douglass.You're Dead To Me is the comedy podcast that takes history seriously. Every episode, Greg Jenner brings together the best names in history and comedy to learn and laugh about the past. Hosted by: Greg Jenner Research by: Madeleine Bracey Written by: Madeleine Bracey, Emmie Rose Price-Goodfellow, Emma Nagouse, and Greg Jenner Produced by: Emmie Rose Price-Goodfellow and Greg Jenner Audio Producer: Steve Hankey Production Coordinator: Ben Hollands Senior Producer: Emma Nagouse Executive Editor: James Cook
Pop Culture Debate Club will be back with a new debate next week. Today, we wanted to share an episode of a BBC podcast we think you'll enjoy. You’re Dead To Me is the comedy podcast that takes history seriously. Every episode, Greg Jenner brings together the best names in history and comedy to learn and laugh about the past. Greg Jenner is joined in 19th-Century America by Dr. Michell Chresfield and comedian Desiree Burch to learn all about abolitionist and suffragist Sojourner Truth. Born into slavery in a Dutch-speaking area of New England, Sojourner Truth fought to free herself and then others, becoming one of the best-known abolitionist activists in America. She even succeeded in freeing her son, making her the first Black American woman to win a court case. A devoutly religious woman, Truth felt that God had called her to travel the country, preaching and advocating for the end of slavery, women’s rights and universal suffrage. Along the way, she rubbed shoulders with abolitionists like Frederick Douglass, and politicians including Abraham Lincoln himself. This episode tells the story of her incredible life, beliefs and fight for justice, and even examines the true story behind her famous “ain’t I a woman?” speech. If you’re a fan of inspirational activists, courtroom drama and questionable cults, you’ll love our episode on Sojourner Truth. If you want more from Desiree and Michell, check out our episodes on Harriet Tubman and Josephine Baker. And for more abolitionist history, listen to our episode on Frederick Douglass.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sojourner Truth was an enslaved woman, a freewoman, a preacher, a speaker, an abolitionist, and a women's rights advocate in the Civil War-era United States. Like a lot of women's history, Sojourner's truth may have been edited long ago, but we can help to set it right. This episode is brought to you in part by: Blissy: Get better sleep, hair, and skin and use code HISTORYCHICKS to get an additional 30% off at BLISSY.com/HISTORYCHICKS Honeylove: Start the new year off right with Honeylove bras and shapewear-get 20% off at HONEYLOVE.com/HISTORYCHICKS Lume: Stay fresher, drier,boost your confidence and save 15% off all Lume products with code CHICKS at LUMEDEODORANT.COM Rocket Money: Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals at ROCKETMONEY.com/HISTORYCHICKS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this week's episode of The Learning Curve, co-hosts U-Arkansas Prof. Albert Cheng and Alisha Searcy interview Margaret Washington, the esteemed historian and author of Sojourner Truth's America. Prof. Washington delves into Truth's remarkable life, from her early years in slavery in New York to her transformation into a powerful abolitionist, women's rights advocate, and religiously driven reformer. She explores Northern […]
In this week's episode of The Learning Curve, co-hosts U-Arkansas Prof. Albert Cheng and Alisha Searcy interview Margaret Washington, the esteemed historian and author of Sojourner Truth's America. Prof. Washington delves into Truth's remarkable life, from her early years in slavery in New York to her transformation into a powerful abolitionist, women's rights advocate, and religiously driven reformer. She explores Northern slavery, the Second Great Awakening, her famous “Ain't I a Woman?” speech, and her Civil War-era activism. Prof. Washington also reflects on Truth's enduring legacy as a symbol of justice, equality, and resilience in American history. In closing, Prof. Washington reads a passage from her book, Sojourner Truth's America.
February is Black History Month, an annual celebration to honor the remarkable achievements of African Americans and acknowledge their pivotal contributions to U.S. history. Throughout this journey, African American women have often been overlooked, despite playing a central role in the ongoing fight for gender equity. This episode celebrates and highlights the powerful voices of courageous Black women, past and present, who have dedicated their lives to creating a more just and equitable world. Tune in for a profound conversation filled with the wisdom and inspiration of these incredible women, whose words continue to carry immense power and make a lasting impact! #tunein to the #advancingwomenpodcast to celebrate Black History Month and honor the invaluable insights of brilliant Black women, including Sojourner Truth, Shirley Chisholm, Bell Hooks, Pauli Murray, Kimberlé Crenshaw, Audre Lorde, Angela Davis, Dr. Maya Angelou, and many more! References: Hooks, B. (1981). Ain't I a Woman: Black Women and Feminism. Chicago Hooks, B. Feminism Is for Everybody: Passionate Politics. Cambridge, MA: South End Press About Kimberlé Crenshaw https://www.vox.com/the-highlight/2019/5/20/18542843/intersectionality-conservatism-law-race-gender-discrimination Sojourner Truth's Ain't I a Woman Speech (read by Dr. Maya Angelou) https://youtu.be/mM4JjuQeqDA Truth, S. (Original Speech, 1851) https://thehermitage.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Sojourner-Truth_Aint-I-a-Woman_1851.pdf For more information on Dr. DeSimone or the Advancing Women Podcast: Advancing Women Podcast https://advancingwomenpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/advancingwomenpodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/advancingwomenpodcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-desimone-phd-mba-ba00b88/
From the Smithsonian's Sidedoor podcast: sorting fact from fiction to find the real Sojourner Truth.As a prominent woman's rights activist and abolitionist, Sojourner Truth gave hundreds of speeches and sold countless images of herself. And yet the words that define her in our popular imagination - "Ain't I a woman?" - were actually made up.Host Lizzie Peabody went looking for the real Sojourner Truth and she found a woman with a much more complicated and fascinating life than any slogan can capture.Guests:Nell Irvin Painter, author of Sojourner Truth: a Life, a Symbol; Edwards Professor of American History Emerita at Princeton UniversityAshleigh Coren, former content strategist for the Smithsonian's Our Shared Future: Reckoning with Our Racial Past initiativeKim Sajet, director of the Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery and host of the Smithsonian's Portraits podcast
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The Katherine Massey Book Club @ The C.O.W.S. hosts the 5th study session on the late Dr. Maya Angelou's The Heart of A Woman. This is a rare "double dip" for the book club, as we read I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings in the summer of 2014 just after the transition of the famed author and Wake Forest scholar. Gus T. was inundated with the life and literary work of Dr. Angelou during his recent Golden State sojourn. And it took Gus seeing the documentary film Soundtrack to a Coup d'État three times to accurately write down the title Heart of a Woman. The extraordinary film on the assassination of Patrice Lumumba is "receipt-heavy," and Andrée Blouin and Dr. Angelou's respective memoirs are just two of the many books in the project. Last week, Dr. Angelou detailed her Harlem hobnobbing of the early 1960's and her activist work on behalf of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference. She was momentarily engaged to a black bale bondsman named Thomas. But she met a chubby African named Make and kicked worthless Thomas to the curb. She agreed to marry Make (at least her 3rd fiancé), and introduced him to her 15-year-old son Guy as her new care mate. Guy continues to insist that he's a "man." Dr. Angelou meets numerous Africans and shares with them the history of White Supremacy in the US, highlighting the counter-racist labor of Harriet Tubman and Sojourner Truth. #ImGoinGetMeSomeStuffTonight #TheCOWS16Years INVEST in The COWS – http://paypal.me/TheCOWS Cash App: https://cash.app/$TheCOWS CALL IN NUMBER: 605.313.5164 CODE: 564943#
Sojourner Truth was a women's rights advocate known best for her famous speech "Ain't I a Woman." But Truth never actually said these words. In fact, much of the Truth we know… is fiction. Depictions from different artists and journalists have tweaked Truth's legacy to fit their messages, giving her a “kaleidoscopic reputation,” according to Nell Irvin Painter, author of Sojourner Truth: A Life, A Symbol. So how did a speech she never gave make Sojourner Truth one of the most famous women's suffragists of the 19th century? And what did Truth actually say? Turns out, the whole Truth is even better than fiction. Guests: Nell Irvin Painter, author of Sojourner Truth: a Life, a Symbol; Edwards Professor of American History Emerita at Princeton University Ashleigh Coren, former content strategist for the Smithsonian's Our Shared Future: Reckoning with Our Racial Past initiative Kim Sajet, director of the Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery and host of the Smithsonian's Portraits podcast