Support the show on PatreonORBuy me a coffeeIn this episode of the Black history Buff podcast, we look at the life of Alexandra Pushkin. I also look briefly into the Russian "Caucasian War" at the end of the show. Born in 18th century Rus

1: Henry "Black Death" Johnson

2 Jul 15th, 2018 10m 20s

Support the show on PatreonORBuy me a coffeeShow NotesWelcome to the Black History Buff Podcast - This episode is about the amazing Henry Johnson a private in the legendary Harlem Hell Fighters. Find out who he was and how he gained th

3: Coretta Scott King

1 Jul 30th, 2018 23m 46s

Support the show on PatreonORBuy me a coffeeShow Notes: This is a special episode dedicated to shining a light on some amazing women who have been "Hidden in plain sight" and quietly airbrushed from history. This episode is dedicated t

2: Yasuke: The Forgotten Black Samurai

1 Jul 15th, 2018 6m 56s

Support the show on PatreonORBuy me a coffeeShow Notes: Welcome to the Black History Buff Podcast - This episode is about the forgotten Black Samurai Yasuke. Find out who he was and how he gained the title Samurai.There is a Japanese

28: Benjamin Banneker Time Lord

Sep 17th, 2019 18m 13s

Support the show on PatreonORBuy me a coffeeTodays Black History Blitz is about a self-taught mathematician, astronomer, compiler of almanacs, a writer, an inventor and the man who may have completed the Design for Washing DC Capitol City

Cudjoe Lewis & the Rise Of Africa Town

15 days ago 5m 53s

Episode Title: The Untold Story of Cudjoe Lewis – From Clotilda to AfricatownJoin me on a journey through time as we uncover the remarkable life of Cudjoe Lewis, the last survivor of the transatlantic slave trade aboard the ship Clotilda. In th

Samuel Coleridge-Taylor - A life of Music and Colour

Nov 16th, 2022 3m 20s

In this episode, we take a brief look at the life of Samuel Coleridge-TaylorThis episode was made with the support of Olu Lawal, Awele Ibeaji, Ebi, and Ox-boy entertainment.For those who want to learn to learn more, you can do using the resourc

Doris Miller - Hero of Pearl Harbour

Jul 11th, 2022 7m 1s

Doris Miller was a United States Navy cook third class who was killed in action during World War II. He was the first Black American to be awarded the Navy Cross.In this episode, we take a brief look at his heroic life and his amazing contribut

The Shameful Phenomenon of Sundown Towns

May 3rd, 2021 4m 57s

What are Sundown Towns?A sundown or sunset town was a city, town or neighbourhood in the US that excluded non-whites after dark. The term sundown came from the signs that were posted at the Towns borders stating "Negro, Don't Let the Sun Set On

Why fire and rain are enemies an African folktale

Jun 30th, 2020 17m 2s

In this episode, we will be visiting an Ancient African folktale that tells us why Fire and Rain are enemies!Credits:Art Work by Sergey PereskokovResearch, writing, editing and production by King KurusSpecial thanks to, Ebi, Olu, Yelare & S

The Little Rock Nine

Apr 7th, 2020 26m 1s

During the summer of 1957 nine students enrolled at Little Rock high central high, which up until then had been an all-white school. In this episode, we go back and take a look at what those brave students went through and why. https://www.su

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1st day of school: The little Rock Nine Preview

Feb 19th, 2020 8m 15s

While creating my soon to be released episode about the Little Rock Nine, I got to thinking about education, school and specifically my first day at school. I started to think about people's first days in general. I decided to ask a few listene

A cry to war

Jan 29th, 2020 47m 25s

Support the show on PatreonORBuy me a coffeeShow Notes: Welcome to season 2 of The Black History Buff Podcast. This season kicks off with an interview with a young man named Enosadeda OdiaseNosa is a former engineering student now fu

27: African Proverbs, Myths and Legends - Go together

Sep 10th, 2019 15m 50s

Support the show on PatreonORBuy me a coffeeShow Notes: This is King Kurus from the black history buff podcast and before I get into this weeks African Proverb I just Want to say thank you to:Muleya Glenda BTaherra LAlaina DAl

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26: For Critical thinkers only

Sep 4th, 2019 2m 9s

Support the show on PatreonORBuy me a coffeeA short promo clip for you to share with friends, family and anyone you might kinda care about. ) Support this podcastSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/black-history-buff-podcas

25: Proverbs, myths and legends: Find me in the storm

Aug 28th, 2019 8m 15s

Support the show on PatreonORBuy me a coffeeShow Notes: Marcus Garvey was a Jamaican activist, and entrepreneur who founded the UNIA and campaigned for a better quality of life for all black people. The Pan African red black and green co

24: Black History Buff Blitz: Imhotep Father of Medicine

Aug 21st, 2019 10m 17s

Support the show on PatreonORBuy me a coffeeShow Notes: Have you ever wondered how the medical profession came to be? or in fact who started the profession at all? Well, take a seat and prepare to be amazed because today’s episode is abo

23: Black History Buff Blitz: Kareem Abdul-Jabarr

Jul 31st, 2019 4m 36s

Support the show on PatreonORBuy me a coffeeShow Notes: Todays Black History Blitz is about the 7’2, Kung fu fighting, book writing legend. Kareem Abdul-Jabr one of the greatest players to ever grace the sport of basketballBorn Ferdin

22: Proverbs, Myths and Legends: Grain Basket

Jul 23rd, 2019 3m 12s

Support the show on PatreonORBuy me a coffeeShow Notes: I'm going to be very honest here and make a confession. I'm a procrastinator, there I said it and it feels good. It’s taken me ages to finally admit that. So this particular proverb

21: Proverbs, Myths and Legends: The Big game

Jul 16th, 2019 1m 48s

Support the show on PatreonORBuy me a coffeeShow Notes: Todays Proverb is an Igbo saying from Nigeria:“The big game often appears when the hunter has given up the hunt for the day”This saying really resonates with me as often I fee

20: Kandake Amanirenas - Konquering Queen of Kush

Jul 14th, 2019 14m

Support the show on PatreonORBuy me a coffeeShow Notes: This Episode is about an African Queen who defined Rome and carved out a place for herself in History.Kandake Amanirenas is one of the most celebrated rulers of the Ancient Kingdo

19: Black History Buff Blitz: Stage Coach Mary

Jul 9th, 2019 2m 29s

Support the show on PatreonORBuy me a coffeeShow Notes: To tide you over while Im researching and writing longer episodes I've created a new segment called Black History blitz. Short, bite sized and fun, like any good snack its best when

18: Black History Blitz: Cathay Williams Buffalo Soldier

Jul 2nd, 2019 1m 35s

17: Brother Jourdan's Response

Jun 25th, 2019 18m 6s

Support the show on PatreonORBuy me a coffeeShow Notes: Todays episode features a scathing response to possibly the most Ill advised “take me back” letter ever and some wisdom from an ancient African proverb.Every so often, when I’m br

16: Proverbs, Myths and Legends - The man who never lied

May 14th, 2019 7m 9s

Support the show on PatreonORBuy me a coffeeShow Notes: Welcome to the first of many episodes where I bring you some amazing myths and legends from the African diaspora. This episode is about a wiseman who offends a whole village and out