BLACK OR AMERICAN?

In this episode of Humbly Adah, host Princess Adah dives into the profound discussions on race and identity, unraveling the puzzling dynamics around the term 'BLACK' used to describe melanated people. The conversation explores how the prefix 'BLACK' in various contexts carries negative connotations and is contrasted to the positivity surrounding the term 'WHITE'. She ponders the complexities of pride versus segregation within the Afro melanated community, and provides historical outlook into the systemic racism that has cultured the usage of 'BLACK' to describe a race. Adah also delves into how the BLACKNESS of influential figures are often highlighted above their achievements or qualifications. The episode encourages listeners to reflect and challenge the prevailing narratives, bridging a shared dialogue on unity beyond socially imposed racial distinctions.