Black Minds Under Seige: Dr. Karida Brown on Using Lessons of the Past to Shape African American Education's Future

The crucial role of Black people as educators, strategists, fundraisers and advocates plays a huge role in ensuring that Black minds flourish. In this episode, Marquita chats with Dr. Karida Brown, a sociologist, professor, oral historian, and public intellectual whose research centers on the fullness of Black life. Dr. Brown’s latest publication, "The Battle for the Black Mind" offers an explosive historical account of the century-long struggle for Black educational justice in America, revealing how early segregated systems laid the groundwork for present-day inequities. The book doesn’t just focus on oppression. It highlights the enduring fight by Black communities to foster thriving educational environments and concludes with a powerful call to action for the continued empowerment of Black minds. They also chat about what creative works are occupying her time, what brings her joy and what she hopes readers take away from her latest publication.   This episode was recorded prior to the Juneteenth holiday.