Trailer S2E4. The Power of Owning Our History

"Frederick Douglass didn't fight for freedom until he understood he shouldn't be a slave."That insight set the tone for a powerful conversation with Ernest Crim III.For years, Ernest used social media to teach overlooked histories—from Aunt Polly wielding a butcher knife against slave catchers to modern-day activists fighting local injustice. His platform grew to over 400k followers. Then, in late 2025, everything went dark. Hacked, shadowbanned, then deleted."I don't come into that space as an influencer. I come into that space as a human being. As an activist."But when the app bans you, where do you go? This isn't just about one creator losing an account; it's about a community losing its voice. As Ernest puts it, "It's like you're leasing the space to sell your coffee... and the landlord could at any point say, 'I don't want you here no more.'"In Season 2, Episode 4, we break down: • How social media is actually "media" first, not "social" • Why the revolution won't happen on TikTok • The importance of documenting your family and local history • How to build genuine community off the apps👇 Want to hear the uncut conversation—and get early access to the next video? Join my Patreon. Your support elevates these vital narratives.🎙️Membership to the Just Talks Fam includes: early access to upcoming videos, exclusive newsletters, access to private community chats, and live workshops. Public access to this episode drops on Tuesday, June 16th—Just in time for Juneteenth!💕 Help me elevate more voices like Ernest's. Join my Patreon community starting at $5/month. Your contribution ensures we keep building spaces for truth-telling that the algorithm can't control.Get early access to podcast episodes, members-only benefits and more! Upgrade to paid.#JustTalksPodcast #ErnestCrimIII #DigitalRights #HistoryMatters #BlackHistory