Jackie Robinson
Discover key takeaways from 3 podcast episodes about this topic.
Roland, Howard Bryant talk "Kings and Pawns: Jackie Robinson and Paul Robeson in America"
Howard Bryant's book "Kings and Pawns" unearths the intentional erasure of Paul Robeson from American history and reveals the complex, often manipulated, role of Jackie Robinson in the fight for civil rights amidst Cold War politics.
Roland, Howard Bryant talk "Kings and Pawns: Jackie Robinson and Paul Robeson in America"
This episode uncovers the deliberate erasure of Paul Robeson from American history and the calculated use of Jackie Robinson to counter his influence, revealing a complex narrative of race, politics, and power during the Cold War.
Why Did Jackie Robinson Join McCarthyist Campaign Against Paul Robeson?
Explore the untold story of how civil rights icon Jackie Robinson was compelled to testify against the globally renowned Paul Robeson during the McCarthy era, leading to Robeson's historical erasure and revealing the complex pressures faced by Black Americans.
