Hey Black Child: The Podcast

Artic Explorer

Matthew Henson was one of the first people to step foot on the North Pole!

The Highest Court in the Land

Welcome to Season 6!  Learn more about Supreme Court Nominee Ketanji B. Jackson!

The First: George Washington Carver

Known as the peanut man! Learn more about George Washington Carver and his impact on farming. 

The First: Martin Luther King Jr.

This season is all about first and we could not let the week go by without talking about MLK.  Sources https://thekingcenter.org/about-tkc/martin-luther-king-jr/ https:/

The First: Marian Anderson

American contralto. She performed a wide range of music, from opera to spirituals.

The First: Colin Luther Powell

Avery and Jackson learn about Four Star General Colin Luther Powell.

The First: Thurgood Marshall

Come learn about the first Black Supreme Court Justice! 

The First: Lucy Stanton Day Sessions

Learn about Lucy Stanton Day Sessions who became the first Black-AMERICAN woman to complete a four-year college course when, in 1850, she graduated with a Literary Degree

The First: Oprah Winfrey

Learn a little about the first Black American Billionaire. Sources  https://www.oprah.com/index.html https://www.emmys.com/bios/oprah-winfrey https://www.britannica.com/

A Season of First: The First Black Automobile Manufacturer

Listen and learn more about the C.R. PATTERSON & SONS COMPANY--   The C.R. Patterson & Sons Company was a carriage building firm and the first Black American-owned autom

Lift Every Voice

Do you know the history behind  Lift Every Voice and Sing? Well, Avery and Jackson share a little knowledge about the Black National Anthem.  Special Guest: Tamar Chapma

2021 Olympics!

Avery and Jackson talk about the history of Black Olympians. 

When I Grow Up: A Conversation with a Principal

Avery and Jackson learn about being a Principal! Listen to our conversation with Principal Kieli Ferguson from 9th District Elementry School in Covington, Ky! ⁠

One Year!

Avery and Jackson celebrate one year of the podcast! Join us for a walk down memory lane! 

Money Moves!

We are talking all about smart money moves! The earlier children learn about money the better.  Special Guest: Lawrence Cain Jr. 

The History of Juneteenth

Have you heard of Juneteenth? Learn how the holiday got started and a few ways you can celebrate with your family!

Finding Your Light: Mental Health

Avery and Jackson learn a little more about mental health!  Special guests: Dr. C. Brooks and her daughter Gabby! 

Black Broadway

Avery and Jackson explore the history of Black Americans on Broadway. 

Color Me Cowboys

Avery and Jackson share information about Black cowboys who braved the west in search of freedom! 

Mother Africa

Many Black Americans feel connected to Africa. We wanted to share some of the rich histories that the land has to offer.