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EPISODE · Nov 19, 2023 · 31 MIN

The Years of Jubilee

from The Atlantic Out Loud

In 1871, the Fisk University singers embarked on a tour that introduced white Americans to a Black sound that would reshape the nation. By Vann Newkirk II. From The Atlantic's December 2023 issue. Want to share unlimited access to The Atlantic with your loved ones? Give a gift today at theatlantic.com/podgift. For a limited time, select new subscriptions will come with the bold Atlantic tote bag as a free holiday bonus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1871, the Fisk University singers embarked on a tour that introduced white Americans to a Black sound that would reshape the nation. By Vann Newkirk II. From The Atlantic's December 2023 issue. Want to share unlimited access to The Atlantic with your loved ones? Give a gift today at theatlantic.com/podgift. For a limited time, select new subscriptions will come with the bold Atlantic tote bag as a free holiday bonus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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