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That Wasn't In My Textbook
Latoya Coleman
64 episodes
4 months ago
That Wasn't In My Textbook is our bi-weekly podcast that helps us uncover the things we always wished we learned from that boring, bulky textbook. Tune in to the history class you never knew you ALWAYS wanted to take - because history is not only what happened in the past but also what's happening this very second.
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That Wasn't In My Textbook is our bi-weekly podcast that helps us uncover the things we always wished we learned from that boring, bulky textbook. Tune in to the history class you never knew you ALWAYS wanted to take - because history is not only what happened in the past but also what's happening this very second.
Show more...
History
Education,
Society & Culture,
Courses
Episodes (20/64)
That Wasn't In My Textbook
REWIND: Guac & Margaritas: History of Cinco De Mayo & Why We Celebrate It
Listen to this quick 4-minute solo episode to uncover why and how major cities in the US go hard for this yearly Mexican holiday that's not even celebrated in Mexico and is often confused for Mexican Independence Day.
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11 months ago
4 minutes 28 seconds

That Wasn't In My Textbook
REWIND: The Hidden History of Taxes: How Taxes Keep Black Folks from Stackin’ Paper + What Can Be Done About It with Tax Law Professor & Author Dorothy A. Brown
Did you know that Black folks are 3 to 5 times more likely to get audited by the IRS? Listen to this episode to learn other ways that tax policies target Black and Brown folks featuring Tax Law Professor and author Dorothy A. Brown, who breaks down how the U.S. tax system unfairly disadvantages Black Americans by giving preferential treatment to wealthy White individuals through various policies, like mortgage tax deductions, plus she shares solutions on how the IRS can fix this.
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1 year ago
54 minutes 7 seconds

That Wasn't In My Textbook
REWIND: The 1st American Heroes: History of Black Cowboys with Historian and Host of Black Cowboys podcast Zaron Burnett
Listen to this episode to discover how the true American cowboy was Black, learn about their invaluable contributions, and explore the enduring legacy they left on the cowboy way of life—despite what Hollywood would like us to believe.
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1 year ago
1 hour 26 minutes 37 seconds

That Wasn't In My Textbook
Rewind: History of the Fresh Start Effect: The Science Behind New Beginnings
Kick off your new year learning about this viral scientific phenomenon that proved that us humans are more motivated to concur goals in new moments- like a new year, new week, new month, new location, etc. Listen to this solo dolo episode to uncover the good and dark side to starting anew.
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1 year ago
26 minutes 39 seconds

That Wasn't In My Textbook
History of New Year Resolutions: How Resolutions Became a Thing?
Tis the season for reinventing ourselves, making list of ins and outs and creating the R word- New Year Resolutions - but ever wondered how New Year Resolutions all started? Listen to this episode to uncover how annual promises became an essential part of our lives- think ancient times and middle east.
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1 year ago
12 minutes 30 seconds

That Wasn't In My Textbook
The 1st American Heroes: History of Black Cowboys with Historian and Host of Black Cowboys podcast Zaron Burnett
Listen to this episode to discover how the true American cowboy was Black, learn about their invaluable contributions, and explore the enduring legacy they left on the cowboy way of life—despite what Hollywood would like us to believe.
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1 year ago
1 hour 25 minutes 57 seconds

That Wasn't In My Textbook
Ridin’ the Waves: The Hidden Black History of Surfing
Listen to explore how Black folks have been riding waves since the 1640s. From the past to current day, we'll uncover the untold stories of Black surfers who've left their mark and those continuing to make waves.
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1 year ago
29 minutes 16 seconds

That Wasn't In My Textbook
History of Barbie: The Creation of Black Barbie
Kick off Barbie Movie premiere weekend by uncovering how Barbie came to be 1959 and how we got the first Black Barbie 21 years later (That took too long!). From Francie's flop to Barbie's side kick, discover how the head designer at Mattel finally got the Black Barbie right.
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1 year ago
14 minutes 4 seconds

That Wasn't In My Textbook
History of Oyster: How Black Folks Shaped American Oyster Culture with Culinary Historian Zella Palmer
From creating oyster harvesting techniques to establishing thriving Black oyster towns, and even to the fascinating story of the Oyster King, explore the remarkable contributions Black people made to shape the oyster industry and the ways we eat and harvest oysters today.
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1 year ago
1 hour 2 minutes 33 seconds

That Wasn't In My Textbook
Sizzling Summer Session Trailer
We're going outside this summer on the podcast, bringing together the joy of summertime with uncovering untold histories that center around 4 summer-themed topics.
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1 year ago
3 minutes 47 seconds

That Wasn't In My Textbook
When July 4th Was A Black Holiday: Rediscovering a Hidden Turn Up
Did you know there was a time when July 4th was a Black holiday? Yep! Listen to find out when, why, and how Black folks made July 4th their own holiday, while also learning the remarkable ways movements and activists have used America's Birthday to continue the ongoing fight for equality.
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1 year ago
30 minutes 8 seconds

That Wasn't In My Textbook
Uncovering Juneteenth: 10 Eye-Opening Facts and Celebrating Our Podcast's Journey
Listen in as we delve into the rich history of Juneteenth, as we discover 10 captivating facts while embarking on a reflective journey of our podcast's beginnings on this special and historic day.
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1 year ago
38 minutes 7 seconds

That Wasn't In My Textbook
Rainbows, Riots & Resilience: 7 Must-Know Facts on the History of Pride
Kick off Pride with a captivating exploration of the vibrant history, symbolism, and influential figures behind the LGBTQ+ movement, uncovering seven must-know facts about the origins of Pride Month.
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1 year ago
25 minutes 39 seconds

That Wasn't In My Textbook
The History of Grillz: Tracing the Origins and Rise of Teeth Drip
From ancient dental adornments to their explosion in hip-hop culture, listen to this episode to explore how grillz came to be, their cultural significance, and the enduring popularity of this iconic symbol of style and self-expression.
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1 year ago
28 minutes 30 seconds

That Wasn't In My Textbook
From Doom Scrolling to Netflix Binges: Unpacking the History & Science of Procrastination
Did you know that procrastination isn't about laziness? From ancient philosophers to modern-day neuroscience, this episode explores the historic and scientific reasons why we procrastinate and offers tips to overcome it. Whether you're a chronic procrastinator or just curious about the science behind this common behavior, this episode is a must-listen NOW not later ;-)
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1 year ago
31 minutes 12 seconds

That Wasn't In My Textbook
The Hidden History of Taxes: How Taxes Keep Black Folks from Stackin’ Paper + What Can Be Done About It with Tax Law Professor & Author Dorothy A. Brown
Did you know that Black folks are 3 to 5 times more likely to get audited by the IRS? Listen to this episode to learn other ways that tax policies target Black and Brown folks featuring Tax Law Professor and author Dorothy A. Brown, who breaks down how the U.S. tax system unfairly disadvantages Black Americans by giving preferential treatment to wealthy White individuals through various policies, like mortgage tax deductions, plus she shares solutions on how the IRS can fix this.
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2 years ago
53 minutes 14 seconds

That Wasn't In My Textbook
BHM Rewind: 6 Things to Know About Black History Month
Kicking off February with 6 Things We Should Know about Black History Month. In this quick 14-min episode learn that the 1st Black History Month was 56 days long and other important facts that wasn’t in our textbooks.
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2 years ago
13 minutes 15 seconds

That Wasn't In My Textbook
Inside the 15 Year Battle for MLK Day
Ever wondered how Martin Luther King's birthday became a Federal holiday? Listen to this solo episode to uncover how Stevie Wonder, Coretta Scott King, and more got us to have every 3rd Monday in January off to honor the great Martin Luther King Jr. on his solar return day.
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2 years ago
18 minutes 53 seconds

That Wasn't In My Textbook
History of the Fresh Start Effect: The Science Behind New Beginnings
Kick off your new year learning about this viral scientific phenomenon that proved that us humans are more motivated to concur goals in new moments- like a new year, new week, new month, new location, etc. Listen to this solo dolo episode to uncover the good and dark side to starting anew.
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2 years ago
26 minutes 39 seconds

That Wasn't In My Textbook
History of Social Media: From Morse Code to TikTok with Social Media Strategist Natasha Samuel
Simply put, Social media is the most significant invention of the 21st century, and you and I are here to witness the revolution. Listen to this episode with guest Social Media Strategist, Natasha Samuel to uncover the history of social media, its impact on society and its future.
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2 years ago
1 hour 9 minutes 37 seconds

That Wasn't In My Textbook
That Wasn't In My Textbook is our bi-weekly podcast that helps us uncover the things we always wished we learned from that boring, bulky textbook. Tune in to the history class you never knew you ALWAYS wanted to take - because history is not only what happened in the past but also what's happening this very second.