Bonus Episode 31| Tales of…1960s Part I
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07/28/23 • 40 min
Have you ever wondered about the life experiences of a person growing up in a turbulent era? My uncle, born and raised in Memphis during the 1960s, is here to shed light on his encounters with segregation, his fears after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination, and how his family played a significant role in shaping his understanding of the civil rights movement. Hear the raw and compelling stories from his upbringing that unveil the harsh realities of the world, and how observation crucially molded his understanding of it.
Journey with us back to the Orange Mound community where my uncle grew up, a place echoing with stories of struggle and resilience. Picture the aftermath of Dr. King's assassination through the eyes of a young Black boy, feel the deep-seated fear, and witness the impact on his community. Grasp the teachings of his great-grandmother about the power of knowledge and personal growth, and explore the enduring symbol of resistance in the old mirror of the school building that still stands. It's a profound trip down memory lane that you won't want to miss.
Finally, my uncle shares his academic journey, from the University of Memphis to graduating from a Historically Black College or University. Listen to the challenges he faced as a Black student, the unexpected remarks from a college counselor, and how his mother and grandmother's influence set his path to success. Discover how a self-taught writer with an impeccable memory achieved academic success. It's a testament to the power of perseverance and the importance of sharing our stories. Prepare for a unique, engaging conversation that also offers a firsthand account of the civil rights movement.
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Have you ever wondered about the life experiences of a person growing up in a turbulent era? My uncle, born and raised in Memphis during the 1960s, is here to shed light on his encounters with segregation, his fears after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination, and how his family played a significant role in shaping his understanding of the civil rights movement. Hear the raw and compelling stories from his upbringing that unveil the harsh realities of the world, and how observation crucially molded his understanding of it.
Journey with us back to the Orange Mound community where my uncle grew up, a place echoing with stories of struggle and resilience. Picture the aftermath of Dr. King's assassination through the eyes of a young Black boy, feel the deep-seated fear, and witness the impact on his community. Grasp the teachings of his great-grandmother about the power of knowledge and personal growth, and explore the enduring symbol of resistance in the old mirror of the school building that still stands. It's a profound trip down memory lane that you won't want to miss.
Finally, my uncle shares his academic journey, from the University of Memphis to graduating from a Historically Black College or University. Listen to the challenges he faced as a Black student, the unexpected remarks from a college counselor, and how his mother and grandmother's influence set his path to success. Discover how a self-taught writer with an impeccable memory achieved academic success. It's a testament to the power of perseverance and the importance of sharing our stories. Prepare for a unique, engaging conversation that also offers a firsthand account of the civil rights movement.
Want more Moments in Queue? Donate, subscribe to my patreon, follow my social media accounts and support my business. You can email me to request to be a guest or give me an AAR.
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Bonus Episode 31| Tales of…1960s Part I
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We're turning the clock back and diving deep into history, with a person who lived the pages of a time many of us only know from books, my uncle. Coming of age in the tumultuous '60s in Memphis, Tennessee, his experiences paint a vivid picture of segregation and the civil rights movement. His anecdotes about a divided downtown and the terrifying aftermath of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination are not just tales from the past, but potent reminders of a history we must never forget. His journey from the streets of Orange Mound to the hallways of University of Memphis in the '80s provides an unfiltered look at the socio-political landscape of that era.
The journey takes an even more intriguing turn as we uncover our shared family history. We discover our ancestor Solomon Sir Jones, a Baptist minister, businessman, and filmmaker who documented African-American communities in Oklahoma from 1924 to 1928. The emotions that flood in as we reconnect with our past are powerful and palpable. Through our exploration, we also examine our family's unique cultural practices, from the mystical allure of Voodoo Village to the natural wisdom of my great-grandmother's herbalism.
It's a rich tapestry of heritage, cultural insights, and personal experiences, both inspiring and sobering. Our family's story, like many African American families, is one of resilience, perseverance and pride. It's a journey that transcends time and space, and one that you're invited to join. Listen, learn, and let the past speak to you through the voices of those who lived it. Discover how the echoes of history continue to shape our present, and how we, in turn, can shape the future.
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Moments in Queue - Bonus Episode 31| Tales of…1960s Part I
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Hey , hi , it's me Mama Q . I welcome you to Moments and Q In Q today . Hi Y and Tales of the Dot Dot Dot 1960s . Hi Y , I give you the green of the day and I'm explaining the why of this episode . It's alright to tell a man to lift himself by his own bootstraps , but it is cruel just to say to a bootless man that he ought to lift himself by his own bootstraps , in quo
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