Witness To History
Witness To History
Playlist by Witness To HistoryPresented by iOne Digital, "Witness to History" is an anthology podcast series that takes a profound dive into significant moments in Black history, dissecting and unraveling them for our audience in …Follow the podcast:
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Ferguson 10 | Travis Harris PhD sits down with Tory Russell
In this powerful episode of Witness to History, Travis Harris PhD sits down with our host Tory Russell as they both lived through these defining moments. They offer their raw reflections on how the killing of Michael Brown ignited a nationwide movement. Through their voices, we explore how Ferguson…
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Ferguson 10 | Tef Poe
In this episode of Witness to History, Tory Russell sits down with rapper, thought leader, and activist Tef Poe to reflect on the 10th anniversary of the Ferguson uprising. Tef Poe shares his first-hand account of August 9, 2014, the day Mike Brown was killed, and how it sparked a movement that tra…
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Ferguson 10 | Rev. Osagyefo Sekou
In this episode of Witness to History, host Tory Russell sits down with Reverend Dr. Osagyefo Sekou to reflect on the 10-year anniversary of the Ferguson uprising. A powerful voice in both activism and the pulpit, Reverend Sekou shares his insights on the global impact of Ferguson, his personal con…
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Ferguson 10 | Dacia Polk
In this episode of Witness to History, host Tory Russell sits down with Dacia Polk, a revolutionary healer, abolitionist, and culture creator, to reflect on the 10-year anniversary of the Ferguson uprising. Dacia shares her personal journey from homeschooling her children to becoming deeply involv…
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Ferguson 10 | Alex Templeton
In this episode of Witness to History, host Tory Russell engages in a raw and thought-provoking conversation with Alex Templeton, a committed activist and newly minted public defender. Alex reflects on their journey from the front lines of Ferguson to law school, discussing the impact of the protes…
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Witness to History | Ashley Yates
In this episode of Witness to History, host Tory Russell sits down with Ashley Yates, a prominent activist, organizer, and writer who was on the front lines of the Ferguson protests. Ashley reflects on her journey over the past decade, discussing her ongoing work in Oakland, the importance of self-…
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Ferguson 10 | John Collins-Muhammad
In this episode of Witness to History, Tory Russell interviews John Collins-Muhammad, the youngest elected official in St. Louis and a former alderman just released from federal prison. John shares his disillusionment upon returning to a city still grappling with deep injustice and inequality. Refl…
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Ferguson 10 | Momma Julia
In this episode, host Tory Russell and Julia "Momma Julia" Davis reflect on the ten-year anniversary of the Ferguson protests following the killing of Michael Brown. Momma Julia, an activist and mother, shares her deep anger and frustration over the continued injustices faced by the Black community…
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Ferguson 10 | Dr. Cornel West
In this powerful episode, we reflect on the ten years since the Ferguson uprising with esteemed philosopher and activist Dr. Cornel West. He shares his thoughts on the enduring impact of Ferguson on the Black Lives Matter movement and the broader struggle for justice in America. Dr. West delves int…
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50 Years of Hip-Hop Greatness | Project Pat
Immerse yourself in the hip-hop history of North Memphis as Project Pat takes the mic to share pivotal moments when Memphis was thrust onto the map. As the younger brother of Three 6 Mafia's Juicy J, Project Pat carved his own path, making a significant impact before ascending to individual success…
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