What I’m NOT Accepting During Black History Month

Black History Month is not decorative, it is not seasonal and it is not comfortable. In this unapologetic and deeply reflective episode of Pretty Prissy Chronicles, Elisabeth Anumele speaks plainly about what she is no longer accepting — in classrooms, in politics, in media narratives, in local communities, and in the way Black history is presented and protected. From performative allyship to tone-policing, from policy decisions that impact Black neighborhoods to the importance of voting in every election — not just every four years — this conversation challenges symbolic celebration and calls for sustained accountability. As an educator and cultural commentator, Elisabeth explores: •Why Black History Month cannot be reduced to aesthetics •How local and national policies shape Black daily life •The danger of respectability politics and tone-policing •Why education remains a frontline for truth and equity •The power of consistent civic participation •Why Black joy is not distraction — it is resistance This episode is not about outrage, it’s about clarity because honoring Black history means protecting Black futures — not just posting quotes. Listen in. Reflect deeply. Show up consistently.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pretty-prissy-chronicles--5754878/support.