Black Fortunes: Exploring the Legacy of 19th Century Milllionaires
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04/20/23 • 64 min
Welcome back to Staying on Code! In today's episode, we're discussing the groundbreaking book, Black Fortunes, by Shomari Wills. Join us as we dissect the struggles and achievements of these trailblazers, who defied societal norms and systemic racism to make a significant impact on their communities. We'll discuss the vital lessons to be learned from their lives, as well as how their stories continue to inspire and inform the Black community's entrepreneurial spirit today.
- You can purchase all the books discussed on the show at https://www.resistbooksellers.com.
- Don't forget to like this show on your favorite podcast app
- Subscribe to our YouTube channel at http://bit.ly/3Dgnomk
- Visit https://www.stayingoncode.black and visit the SOC Plus blog for even more books on this topic!
Welcome back to Staying on Code! In today's episode, we're discussing the groundbreaking book, Black Fortunes, by Shomari Wills. Join us as we dissect the struggles and achievements of these trailblazers, who defied societal norms and systemic racism to make a significant impact on their communities. We'll discuss the vital lessons to be learned from their lives, as well as how their stories continue to inspire and inform the Black community's entrepreneurial spirit today.
- You can purchase all the books discussed on the show at https://www.resistbooksellers.com.
- Don't forget to like this show on your favorite podcast app
- Subscribe to our YouTube channel at http://bit.ly/3Dgnomk
- Visit https://www.stayingoncode.black and visit the SOC Plus blog for even more books on this topic!
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- You can purchase all the books discussed on the show at https://www.resistbooksellers.com.
- Don't forget to like this show on your favorite podcast app
- Subscribe to our YouTube channel at http://bit.ly/3Dgnomk
- Visit https://www.stayingoncode.black and visit the SOC Plus blog for even more books on this topic!
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Learn more about Reggie Bailey at the following links:
https://www.booksarepopculture.com
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- You can purchase all the books discussed on the show at https://www.resistbooksellers.com.
- Don't forget to like this show on your favorite podcast app
- Subscribe to our YouTube channel at http://bit.ly/3Dgnomk
- Visit https://www.stayingoncode.black and visit the SOC Plus blog for even more books on this topic!
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