Welcome to "African Elements," your daily podcast for news and current events of interest to African Americans and the African diaspora.

Today's Stories:

Claudia Jones Was a Giant in the Struggle Against Oppression - 09:24

Lessons from a Freedom Rider - 05:17

Given a chance to apologize for the theft of a Black man’s heart, Virginia House Republicans declined - 05:49

Students worry Texas will ban AP African American studies course, following Florida - 06:54

Black couples pay a higher tax penalty for marriage than White couples. Here’s why - 03:53

High Levels of Depression Among College-Educated Black Americans Linked to Racial Discrimination - 01:42

Dem Leaders Urged to Mark Bloody Sunday by Acting on Voting Rights, Economic Justice  - 04:07