Our Ancestors Were Messy, is a podcast covering the gossip, scandals, and pop culture that made headlines in the Black newspapers of... more
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Zora Neale Huston and Langston Hughes finally set to work writing their play but outside influences and crossed wires spell... more
Host Nichole Hill shares how listeners can support the show and a sneak peek of next week's episode. To support... more
It's the summer of 1927 and Zora Neale Huston and Langston Hughes are driving across the South searching for folklore,... more
Host Nichole Hill shares a research tip, updates for the Household aka the donor community, where to find bonus material,... more
Nichole, Zakiya and Emmanuel read three drama-filled love stories from historic Black newspapers and select the one that they believe... more
Host Nichole Hill shares listener mail, an update for the Household aka the donor community, and a sneak peek at... more
At the turn of the century, Oscar Micheaux - a dreamer from Smallville - makes his way to the big... more
Host Nichole Hill shares a programming note, a thank you, and a sneak peek at next week's episode.
A Victorian Era love triangle rocks the elites of DC. The Washington Bee newspaper is on the scene and thrilled... more
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