Say Her Name Right: Celebrating Black Women's Resilience
Sometimes that means asking for help that we don't want to ask for. So you have to look back when you succeed, when you come from that kind of struggle, you have to look back.
Ever wondered how the struggles of black women have shaped their remarkable resilience? In this episode of 'Black Fluid Poet', John S. Blake dives into the history and triumphs of black women, focusing on their perseverance through adversity. From the disappearance of factories to the rise of the service industry, Blake sheds light on the historical challenges faced by black communities.
He also discusses the groundbreaking nomination of Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging and overcoming obstacles. A powerful quote from the episode is, 'Sometimes that means asking for help that we don't want to ask for. So you have to look back when you succeed, when you come from that kind of struggle, you have to look back'. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of survival, success, and the indomitable spirit of black women.
Perfect for anyone seeking inspiration and a deeper understanding of resilience in the face of life's challenges.
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John S. Blake
John S. Blake
Say her name RIGHT, dammit!
Say her name RIGHT, dammit!
Say her name RIGHT, dammit!
Thursday 24th March 2022
Join John S. Blake as he discusses black women's resilience, historical struggles, and the nomination of Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court.
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Say Her Name Right: Celebrating Black Women's Resilience
Sometimes that means asking for help that we don't want to ask for. So you have to look back when you succeed, when you come from that kind of struggle, you have to look back.
Ever wondered how the struggles of black women have shaped their remarkable resilience? In this episode of 'Black Fluid Poet', John S. Blake dives into the history and triumphs of black women, focusing on their perseverance through adversity. From the disappearance of factories to the rise of the service industry, Blake sheds light on the historical challenges faced by black communities.
He also discusses the groundbreaking nomination of Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging and overcoming obstacles. A powerful quote from the episode is, 'Sometimes that means asking for help that we don't want to ask for. So you have to look back when you succeed, when you come from that kind of struggle, you have to look back'. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of survival, success, and the indomitable spirit of black women.
Perfect for anyone seeking inspiration and a deeper understanding of resilience in the face of life's challenges.