Why Is Black History Being Erased Again?

Episode Title: Episode Audio Link: https://podcast.ablackexec.com/episode/why-is-black-history-being-erased-again-Episode Video Link: Today, Dr. Jewell Parker Rhodes, New York Times bestselling author and educator, joins A Black Executive Perspective Podcast for a powerful and necessary conversation on Black history, book bans, identity, and representation in education.In this audio episode, Tony Tidbit and Dr. Rhodes unpack the reality that history is not just being forgotten, it’s being actively suppressed. From banned books like Ghost Boys to the psychological impact of not seeing yourself reflected in the classroom, this discussion exposes the deeper systems shaping confidence, culture, and opportunity.This is more than a conversation about the past. This is about who gets to define the future.What You Will LearnWhy book banning is a strategic form of cultural suppression How representation (or lack of it) impacts self-esteem and identity The connection between storytelling, history, and empowerment Why is understanding Black history critical for all communities ▶︎ In This Episode00:00 Introduction, Why This Conversation Matters 02:05 The Importance of Black History Today 05:10 Dr. Rhodes’ Background & Family Story 10:40 The Education System & Missing Representation 18:25 Storytelling as Power & Cultural Identity 26:35 Ghost Boys, Book Bans & Controversy 32:50 Global Recognition vs U.S. Suppression 40:55 Hidden Black History & Tulsa Race Massacre 49:20 Confidence, Identity & Youth Development 56:05 Final Thoughts, Books as a Tool for Change🔗 ResourcesLinks and resources mentioned in this episode:🔔 Listen and SubscribeListen to this episode and subscribe for future updatessubscribe to A Black Executive Perspective podcast onYouTube PodcastsApple PodcastsSpotify PodcastsAmazon MusicOther platforms or by searching "TonyTidbit"if you like what we're doing and would like to support us, here's some ways you can help us continue the uncomfortable conversations that drive changesubscribe to our newslettergive us up to a 5 star review on Apple Podcastsshare an episode with a friend, family member or colleague🗣️ Follow @ablackexecfollow us across social media @aBlackExecLinkedInInstagramFacebookYouTubeTwitterTikTokWhatsApp⭐️ Follow @TonyTidbitfollow Tony across social media @TonyTidbitTwitterLinkedInFacebookThis episode was produced by TonyTidbit ™ . Copyright © 2024 A BLACK EXECUTIVE PERSPECTIVE LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this podcast may be reproduced without prior written permission. For permissions, email [email protected] .