Black History Buff: Uncovering Untold Stories

Black History Buff: Uncovering Untold Stories

The Black History Buff Podcast hosted by King Kurus is your gateway to the untold stories of Black history. From African Samurai and pistol-wielding poets to revolutionaries like Fred Hampton and Angela Davis, each episode dives into the rich and thrilling history of the African Diaspora. More than just a podcast, this show is a bridge connecting Black communities to the past, offering powerful stories that enlighten, empower, and inspire

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July 11, 2025 15 mins

The same federal law that destroyed boxing legend Jack Johnson in 1913 just convicted Sean 'P Diddy' Combs in 2025, and the connection reveals a disturbing pattern of prosecutorial targeting that spans over a century.

In this explosive episode, King Kurus exposes how the Mann Act, originally passed in 1910 to stop a 'white slavery' trafficking network that never existed, became the perfect weapon against successful B...

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In this episode of Black History Buff: Definitions, we explore the meaning of a term that spans continents, cultures, and centuries: the African Diaspora.

Often mentioned in conversations about identity, heritage, and global Black culture, the African Diaspora refers to the communities of people of African descent living outside the African continent. But it is more than geography. It is a story of forced movement, survival, adaptat...

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In this episode of Black History Buff: Definitions, we explore the meaning behind Juneteenth, a historic date that marks a delayed freedom and an enduring legacy.

Recognised as one of the most significant observances in African American history, Juneteenth commemorates the moment in 1865 when enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, finally learned of their freedom, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued.

But ...

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What if every drumbeat was a message in plain sight?

In this episode of Black History Buff: Definitions, we break down bonkó enchemiyá—the coded drum language of Cuba's Abakuá brotherhoods. But this isn’t just history; it’s a key to understanding how Black communities across time and continents have used music as resistance, refuge, and revolution.


From the streets of Havana to the basslines of hip-hop, we explore how sound b...

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In this episode, we delve into the life of Fela Kuti, the revolutionary musician who transformed the landscape of music and politics in Nigeria. The story begins in 1969 when Fela, a Nigerian jazz musician, meets a Black Panther in Los Angeles. This pivotal moment set the stage for his evolution into Africa's most dangerous artist, a title he earned by weaponizing rhythm and challenging military dictators through his groundbrea...

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The largest gut microbiome study ever conducted in Africa has revealed a disturbing truth about what urbanisation is doing to Black bodies worldwide. Published in Nature journal, this groundbreaking research followed 1,801 women across Burkina Faso, Ghana, Kenya, and South Africa and the findings should concern every member of the Black diaspora.

In this episode, King Kurus breaks down how the move from rural to urban living is lite...

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When British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the UK risked becoming an "island of strangers" without tougher immigration controls, the backlash was immediate. Critics immediately drew parallels to Enoch Powell's notorious 1968 "Rivers of Blood" speech. Now Starmer claims he "deeply regrets" the phrase and had no idea about the historical connection.

But King Kurus isn't buying it. In this powerful ep...

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In this episode of Black History Buff: Definitions, we explore the word Griot, a term deeply rooted in West African history and culture.

You’ve likely heard the word in conversations about storytelling, oral tradition, or African heritage, but what does it actually mean? And why does it matter?

This short, accessible episode defines the role of the Griot, explains its historical context, and introduces its lasting influence in Black ...

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June 18, 2025 4 mins

Why did Spanish colonial authorities in 1836 fear a drumbeat more than a rebellion in Havana?

In this episode, King Kurus uncovers the hidden origins of Cuban music's most distinctive rhythm. a sound that carries secrets from West Africa's leopard societies straight to your modern playlist. From the docks of colonial Cuba to today's dance floors, discover the brotherhood that Spanish officials called "ñáñigos" an...

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In this episode of Black History Buff: Definitions, we break down the term Maroon Communities, a powerful example of resistance, self-determination, and cultural survival in the face of enslavement and colonialism.

Maroon communities were formed by formerly enslaved Africans who escaped captivity and built free, independent settlements across the Caribbean, the Americas, and parts of Africa. These were not hidden camps, full-fledged...

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June 4, 2025 57 secs

In this episode of Black History Buff: Definitions, we explore the Great Migration one of the largest internal movements of people in United States history.

Between 1916 and 1970, over six million African Americans left the rural South in search of better opportunities in cities across the North, Midwest, and West. They were fleeing racial violence, segregation, and poverty, and seeking work, education, and a future they could shape...

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May 28, 2025 8 mins

In May 2025, the Pentagon ordered military libraries to remove books addressing diversity, gender, and anti-racism. What followed was more than a quiet content review — it was a warning shot.

In this episode, King Kurus explores the chilling parallels between this modern-day censorship and historical efforts to erase marginalised voices. We unpack the emotional and political cost of disappearing stories — not just for Black service ...

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During the Civil War, a group of remarkable Black women infiltrated enemy lines, gathered critical intelligence, and shaped the course of history — all while being overlooked and underestimated. In this episode, we dive into the stories of three unsung heroines: Mary Elizabeth Bowser, the spy with a photographic memory who infiltrated Jefferson Davis’ home; Mary Louveste, the seamstress who risked her life to deliver naval secrets ...

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In April 2025, Burkina Faso's government announced it had stopped a major coup attempt. But behind the headlines lies a deeper question—who is Captain Ibrahim Traoré really fighting for?

In this extended episode, King Kurus dives into the details of the alleged plot, the mounting accusations, and the sharp divide in public opinion. Is Traoré a revolutionary refusing to bow to foreign powers? Or a military strongman using fear to...

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Marcus Garvey didn’t just talk about freedom—he built the blueprint for Black liberation. In this episode of The Black History Buff Podcast, we explore the remarkable journey of the Jamaican-born visionary who became the face of Pan-African pride and self-reliance.

Learn how Garvey founded the Universal Negro Improvement Association, launched the Black Star Line, and inspired a global movement long before hashtags and viral videos. ...

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What counts as “real knowledge”? Who decides which histories are taught—and which ones are left out?

In this episode of Black History Buff: Definitions, we share the term Epistemic Erasure—a powerful concept that explains how knowledge, cultures, and histories are systematically erased or dismissed, especially those belonging to Black, Indigenous, and other marginalised communities.

Epistemic erasure shows up in classrooms, textbooks...

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In this episode of Black History Buff: Definitions, we explore one of the most iconic and culturally rich elements of African American life—Soul Food.

This short and engaging episode touches on the origins, cultural significance, and emotional weight behind the term, showing how food can be more than sustenance—it can be memory, identity, and resistance.

You’ll hear how Soul Food connects generations, preserves heritage, and carries ...

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In this episode of Black History Buff: Definitions, we take a closer look at the Harlem Renaissance a cultural, artistic, and intellectual movement that transformed Black identity in the early 20th century.

Centred in Harlem, New York, but with echoes across the globe, the Harlem Renaissance gave rise to legendary figures like Langston HughesZora Neale HurstonDuke Ellington, and Josephine Baker. But it was more than just jazz an...

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Hey family! Welcome to Black History Buff: Definitions—a new mini-series where we break down keywords, terms, and phrases from Black and African history in quick, bite-sized episodes.

In this first episode, we’re looking at Pan-Africanism—the idea that African people, no matter where they are in the world, share a common history and future. This concept has influenced movements, leaders, and nations, shaping how Black communities th...

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📖 Black women who used the pen as a weapon—why don’t we know their names?

In this powerful episode of The Black History Buff Podcast, King Kurus takes us on a journey through the lives of Phillis Wheatley, Maria W. Stewart, and Frances Ellen Watkins Harper—three trailblazing Black women who defied the odds and demanded their voices be heard.

🔥 Phillis Wheatley – The enslaved poet who challenged the hypocrisy of the Founding Fathers...

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