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The Gist of Freedom

The Gist of Freedom Preserving American History through Black Literature . . .

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Join The Gist of Freedom for a live online discussion in celebration of the African American experience—honoring all the people, past and present, black and white—who have determined to preserve history in literature, craftsmanship and artifact.

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Martha Swan, founding director of John Brown Lives! Living in Lake Placid, Martha will bring reports to Peterboro on Saturday, June 12 at noon. During her program “The World that Made John Brown — and The World Yet to be Made,”... more
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Mr. Anthony breathes life into History! His documents are primary sources, original documents, penned and authored by Colonial African Americans. These collectibles are priceless investments, Historically, Spiritually and Educationally!... more
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Incredibly Gifted Sculptor, Woodrow Nash! Listen as he speaks of his tribute to Nina Simone and the racism he endured as an art student. You can meet Mr. Nash at the following events July 18, National Black Fine Art Show, Atlanta,GA... more
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Join Laurence Holder on The Gist of Freedom, Wednesday, May 19th, at 6pm EST, 9pm PST. Before "Soldier Story", "Hurricane" and "American Gangster", Denzel Washington starred in Mr. Holder's "When The Chickens Came Home... more
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Carol M. Mackey, editor-in-chief of Black Expressions Book Club, is now an author. Sistergirl Devotions is a book of meditations for Christian women that understands them. CarolMackeyonline.com Black Expressions was twice voted... more
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Meet Pennsylvania Charli, a modern day thirty-five year old, African American Cowboy. Charli discusses his Native American heritage influences; The Cherokee Alphabet creator, George "Sequoyah Gist"; Oklahoma's historic catastrophic... more
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I AM THAT I AM: WOMAN, BLACK, a historical journey into the lives of seven renowned women that include Sojourner Truth, Harriet Tubman, Mary McLeod Bethune, Zora Neale Hurston, Lorraine Hansberry, Angela Davis and Maya... more
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Black Memorabilia with Michele Cook of La Bonne Vivante, Learn the value of your family's precious collectibles; old photos, furniture, toys, books, albums and furniture. Labonnevivante.com ~WASHINGTON D.C. BLACK MEMORABILIA... more
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Cinda Gaskins will be joining Asia Grace on The Gist of Freedom show this Sunday, April 25th, at 6pm EST, 9pm PST. Cinda Gaskins has spent most of her life in and around the Church, but her real passion lies with interacting with... more
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Donna Lorenzo, Montclair University Upward Bound Director~ An excellent show for college bound students and their parents. For additional information regarding an Upward Bound Program near you, visit http://aeee.org/
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