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Black history is American history, and this episode makes the case for teaching it all year long.
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In this episode
- Why February became the designated month for Black history
- The origins of common words you may want to reconsider using
- How one family's personal history connects to the broader American story
- The argument for integrating Black history into everyday education
About this episode
Comedian Mateen Stewart joins us to talk about the vital importance of teaching Black history in schools and throughout the world, and not JUST in February. Learn why February became Black history month, the origin of some words you might want to stop using, and the history of his family.
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