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A.P.E. Academy
by chasehholt
We are a history based podcast committed to truth and transparency.
Episodes
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5,000 Rounds- Stories from the 1967 TSU Police Riot
Welcome to the A.P.E. Academy Podcast! In this episode we are going back to the night of May 16 and into the early morning of May 17, 1967 on the campus of Texas Southern University, a historically Black university located in Houston’s historic Third Ward neighborhood. The 1960s saw the United...
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The Quest for Respectability- The "Black Irish" pt. 2
Hello! Welcome to the A.P.E. Academy Podcast. In this episode we continue our debate on whether or not the Irish had to "become" white in America. Our conversation focuses on the historical formation of whiteness during the 19th century, and touches on what it means to be "American." God Bless!
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Shades of White (pt.1)- The "Black" Irish
Welcome back to the A.P.E. Academy Podcast. In this episode we continue our discussion on race, whiteness, and the assimilation of immigrant groups. Irish Catholics are among the oldest and most respected of America's many European immigrant communities. However, upon arrival, they were widely...
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Shades of White- Race, Color & Immigrant Assimilation in America (Intro)
Welcome to the A.P.E. Academy Podcast!! We are back after a long layoff. This short episode is an introduction to a series entitled "Shades of White" in which we will discuss historical whiteness and the process of immigrant assimilation in America from the 18th to the 21st century. Irish…
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In The Line of Fire: America's forgotten history of political violence pt.1
Welcome to the A.P.E. Academy Podcast! In the wake of the shocking assassination attempt on former President Donald J. Trump, we would like to explore political violence in American politics. Starting with Presidential assassinations and attempts, we will discuss how sharply polarized societies…
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The bloody borderland- A history of racial violence on the Texas-Mexico border (pt.1)
Welcome to the podcast. The murder of ethnic Mexicans on a long the Texas-Mexico border is no a current phenomena. The violence inflicted on the Mexican population of the region contributed to the reputation of the 1910s as the bloodiest decade of racial and ethnic violence in the United States...
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Killers for Hire: The Assassination of a president
Welcome to the podcast! On this episode we unpack the Assassination of Haitian President Jovenel Moise in July of 2021. We discuss the consequences, motivations, and multiple failings that led to the trajic event. Enjoy! Music: FreeBeats.IO Sources: 1. United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime,...
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Hired Guns: The assassination of Jovenel Moise (PREVIEW)
This is a brief preview of our next episode! In the full episode we will dive into the conspiracy that lead to the brutal murder of Haitian President Jovenel Moise in 2021. Most experts believe that the assassination of the Haitian president contributed to the current humanitarian crisis. Tune in!
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Gangland: Haiti's descent into chaos (BONUS EPISODE)
Welcome to the A.P.E. Academy! On this current event episode we discuss the chaos unfolding in the Caribbean nation of Haiti and examine the vicious gangs who have seized power and murdered thousands. Music: FreeBeats.IO IG: @apeacademypodcast and @a.p.e.historypod Sources: 1.cnn.com 2....
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Enslaved Soldiers and the Battle of New Orleans
Welcome to the podcast!!! This episode is based on the writings of James Roberts an enslaved man who fought in both the Revolutionary War and the War of 1812. Mr. Roberts fought on the front lines beside future President Andrew Jackson in a heroic defense of New Orleans. Enjoy! Music…
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The War of 1812: Courage on the high seas (pt.1)
Welcome to the A.P.E. Academy Podcast! In this episode we continue our history of African American service members in combat from the American Revolution to the Vietnam War. The War of 1812 proved to be a critical moment in the development of America into a global superpower. Once again, African...
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Black Revolutionaries:Patriotic Spirit
Welcome to the podcast. In this episode we finish up our discussion of the 1st Rhode Island Regiment during the American Revolution. Enjoy! Music: FreeBeats.IO IG: @apeacademypodcast (personal site) & @a.p.e.historypod (podcast) Tik Tok @apeacademypod Sources 1. Museum of the American Revolution…
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Black Revolutionaries: Profiles in Courage (BONUS)
Welcome to the podcast. In this bonus episode we are sharing the stories of three African American infantrymen of the 1st Rhode Island Regiment. Their resilience, fighting spirit, and patriotism reflected the black soldier's commitment to the lofty ideals of the American Revolution. Enjoy!!…
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Black Revolutionaries: The 1st Rhode Island Regiment (pt.1)
Welcome to the podcast! This is the first episode in a two part series celebrating the 1st Rhode Island Regiment, also known as the "Black Regiment", of General George Washington's Continental Army. These men embodied the ideals of the American Revolution and fought bravely in multiple major...
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Selfless Service: Patriotism & the African American solider (intro)
Happy Black History month!! This year, we will trace the prestigious combat service record of the African American soldier from the American Revolution to the Vietnam War. These selfless men and women fought and often died for America despite facing vicious racism and discrimination on the home...
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Bleeding Kansas: Murder, mayhem, and psychological warfare (1854-61)
Welcome to the podcast!! On this episode we continue our discussion of the epic struggle over slavery's westward expansion. The armed conflict in Kansas between pro-slavery and free-state supporters aggregated the grievances between North and South and set the stage for war. Music: FreeBeats.IO...
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Human capital: The domestic slave trade (BONUS)
Welcome to the podcast!!! In this bonus episode, we discuss the economics of the domestic slave trade. Who profited? How did slavery become essential to the financial vitality of the South? What was the "Second Middle Passage." Tune in! Music: FREEBEATS.IO (Youtube) IG: @apeacademypodcast Tik…
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A costly compromise: Slavery in the Louisiana territory (1820)
Welcome to another episode. We will discuss the significance of the Missouri Compromise of 1820 with regards to the protection & westward expansion of slavery. Enjoy! Music Credit: FREEBEATS.IO (Youtube) IG: @apeacademypodcast Tik Tok: @apeacademy
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Slavery: Did it cause the Civil War?
Happy New Year!! This is the first episode of season 3. This season we will discuss the Civil War and our collective memory of its causes and consequences. During this journey, we will discuss the historical stance of the two major political parties, Republican and Democrat, on the issue of slavery.
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Juneteenth- The day of jubilee
Happy Juneteenth!! This episode celebrates the formal "death date" of slavery in America. Often overshadowed by the Emancipation Proclamation of 1863, Juneteenth is widely acknowledged as the day of jubilee for former slaves in Texas.
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Indian Millionaires: The Osage Indians & the Oklahoma Oil Boom
Good to be back! This short episode explains how the Osage Indians, the "Children of the Middle Waters", became the richest people in the world per capita! Unfortunately for the Osage's, their good fortune and immense wealth proved to be a tragic curse.
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Shooting back at the Klan pt. 1
This episode is based on the book "Negroes with Guns" by legendary black power pioneer Robert F. Williams. William's violent, life and death struggle against the Ku Klux Klan in his hometown of Monroe, NC brought armed black resistance to the national and international stage. Enjoy!
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Morgan v. Commonwealth of Virginia- The story of Irene Morgan pt.2
We are back with part 2 of the Irene Morgan story. Morgan v. Commonwealth of Virginia was an early victory for the NAACP. Yet, the ruling failed to dismantle Jim Crow nationwide.
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”You don’t have to ride Jim Crow” the Irene Morgan story pt. 1
Mrs. Irene Morgan was one of the unsung heroes of the early Civil Rights Movement, especially in the fight against Jim Crow segregation in interstate travel.
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Tā moko
In this short episode we discuss a few additional details on the Māori tradition of Tā moko and recap the last episode.
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The cultural history of tattoos pt.1:The Polynesian Influence
We are back!! This episode is the first in a series discussing the history and cultural significance of tattoos. We will begin in the West, i.e. North American and Europe. Enjoy!
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U.S. Intelligence is turning the tide in Ukraine
In this A.P.E. current events episode, we discuss how the United States Intelligence apparatus and military aid program is turning the tide in Ukraine.
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We are back!!
In the first episode of season 2 we discuss some things to consider for edc in the summer months.
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A.P.E. Range Essentials: Intermediate level
What to bring to the range if you want to shoot like John Wick.
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A.P.E. Fundamentals: First time shooting? This is what you will need at the range!
In this episode we discuss some important items you will need at your first range session or even as a beginner.
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A.P.E. Reading Recommendations: March 2022
Books you need to read ASAP! Enjoy.
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A.P.E. Academy’s Top 5 History based shows/miniseries
Our top 5 history/history based shows and miniseries. Based on shows we have actually watched. We have also included a few honorable mentions that are awesome!
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”N***ers with money”: The destruction of Black Wall Street pt.1
We set the stage for the worst race riot in American history Tulsa, 1921.
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Government assassins: The Chicago SPU and the murder of Fred Hampton
In this episode, we discuss how a joint task force of local law enforcement and federal agents called the Special Prosecution Unit (SPU) murdered Black Panthers Fred Hampton and Mark Clark.
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COINTELPRO: The FBI’s secret war against Civil Rights (BONUS)
In this bonus episode we discuss the FBI's top secret Counterintelligence program. This elite unit targeted domestic dissident organizations and anyone deemed dangerous to national security.
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Black history is American history
Our thoughts at the official end of black history month. What can we learn from studying black history?
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Assassination of a Panther: The murder of Fred Hampton pt.1
Part 1 discusses the early life of legendary Black Panther Fred Hampton and his early achievements as a local hero of Chicago's South Side.
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David vs. Goliath: Ukraine’s courageous fight for freedom (BONUS)
We discuss the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Why did this happen? What can NATO do to help? Can Ukraine win? What is Putin's goal? Tune in. APE!!
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Immanuel Kant: The most influential racist of all time
Immanuel Kant (1724-1804) is widely considered to be the father of Western moral theory. He is also the father of scientific racism, and perhaps the most influential racist in history.
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Fallen People:Enlightenment racial theory pt.1
In this episode we discuss The Degeneration Theory of Race during the Enlightenment era. APE!!!
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Pure bloods: The Eugenics movement in America (BONUS EPISODE)
The quest to eliminate bad genes, bad blood, and "undesirables". We discuss the Eugenics movement in America.
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We did this to ourselves -The biology of human racial categories
Racial categories have divided human societies for centuries. They helped justify the evil of certain institutions and propped up racial inequality. Race is not based in science. The biological data suggests that humans have never been separate races or subspecies. Thus, we did this to ourselves,
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Separate and Superior: The Science of Racism pt.1
In this episode we explore the science of Polygenism and discuss the influence of Harvard professor Dr. Louis Agassiz. Enjoy! APE!!!
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Organized Rage: The Panther 10 point program
TGIF!! In this episode we discuss the Black Panther Party's 10 point program. The Panthers considered themselves the "vanguard" party of the Black Power Movement. To claim this title, they had to outline a set of specific demands and formulate a detailed revolutionary philosophy.
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Call of Duty: School board edition (CRT pt.2)
In this episode we visit the front lines of the battle against Critical Race Theory: the state & local level. We explore who is fighting against CRT and why. What is fueling the opposition?
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Education or Indoctrination?: The fight over Critical Race Theory pt.1
What is Critical Race Theory? Lets discuss the FACTS. Facts don't care about feelings. Enjoy!
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Panther Philosophy 101: Intro to Revolution
We follow Huey P. Newton's intellectual journey through some of his most influential essays. Hope you enjoy! Suggested Reading: "To Die for the People" by Huey P. Newton, "Revolutionary Suicide" by Huey P. Newton
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Revolutionary mind: How jail set Huey P. Newton free
We discuss Newton's experience in the "Soul breaker", the solitary confinement cell of the Alameda County Jail and explore the early philosophy behind the Black Panther Party for Self Defense.
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In cold blood: The murder of Lil’ Bobby Hutton
The Oakland Police department murdered the first recruit of the Black Panther Party for Self Defense, 18 year old Robert Hutton. This is his story. We need to learn about the past to change our future. APE!!!
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Oakland boyz: Bobby & Huey
We meet Bobby Seale and Huey P. Newton the founds of the Black Panther Party for Self-Defense.
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