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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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Join guest, BISHOP ABE OF SHRINE OF THE BLACK MADONNA CULTURAL CENTER & BOOKSTORE. Founded during the Civil Rights Movement the center is located on Detroit's West Side just fifteen minutes from Detroit's Cultural... more

A Tribute to Vintage Michael Jackson

Wade Hudson, Publisher of Just Us Books, reminisces on childhood events which laid the Christian foundation for his company’s mission. As a child troubled by segregation, he wrote a letter expressing his sentiments to Attorney... more

Dr. Bethel is a professor in the Africana Studies Department at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Professor discusses the Civil Rights Movement and the Sixties' riots and there affects on his career. Mainly, his transition as a... more

Get your paper and pens ready!! Join our discussion with Dr. Meyers author of the book, "Juneteenth a Celebration of Freedom". Rev. Ronald Myers, Sr., M.D., Chairman of the National Juneteenth Observance Foundation successfully... more

Join The Antique E show as we listen to our esteem guest, a panel of historians and educators discuss, Vintage Black Books relating to the Black Holiday Juneteenth Day, Jim Crow and the Underground Railroad. Judi Belle Raines... more

Join The GIST OF FREEDOM show as we listen to our esteem guest, a panel of historians and educators discuss, Vintage Black Books relating to the Black Holiday Juneteenth Day, Jim Crow and the Underground Railroad. Judi Belle... more

Join The GIST OF FREEDOM as we discuss the Value of Black Books. We will highlight their Spiritual, Educational, Historical and Financial value. (90 minutes unedited) Robin's Book Store is the oldest Independent Book Store in... more
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