Hey Black Child: The Podcast

Hey Black Child: The Podcast

The Ausmer Family, Lionell, Nicole, Avery, & Jackson talk Black Excellence. Discussing the accomplishments of some of the lesser known African American Heroes from the past and present, outside the classroom.

Episodes

April 20, 2022 6 mins

Matthew Henson was one of the first people to step foot on the North Pole!

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Welcome to Season 6! 

Learn more about Supreme Court Nominee Ketanji B. Jackson!

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February 9, 2022 7 mins

Known as the peanut man! Learn more about George Washington Carver and his impact on farming. 

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January 19, 2022 7 mins

This season is all about first and we could not let the week go by without talking about MLK. 

Sources
https://thekingcenter.org/about-tkc/martin-luther-king-jr/
https://www.history.com/mlk

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November 24, 2021 7 mins

American contralto. She performed a wide range of music, from opera to spirituals.

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October 27, 2021 6 mins

Avery and Jackson learn about Four Star General Colin Luther Powell.

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October 13, 2021 7 mins

Come learn about the first Black Supreme Court Justice! 

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October 6, 2021 7 mins

Learn about Lucy Stanton Day Sessions who became the first Black-AMERICAN woman to complete a four-year college course when, in 1850, she graduated with a Literary Degree from the Ladies' Literary Course of Oberlin College.

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September 29, 2021 6 mins

Learn a little about the first Black American Billionaire.

Sources 
https://www.oprah.com/index.html
https://www.emmys.com/bios/oprah-winfrey
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Oprah-Winfrey

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Listen and learn more about the C.R. PATTERSON & SONS COMPANY-- 

 The C.R. Patterson & Sons Company was a carriage building firm and the first Black American-owned automobile manufacturer. The company was founded by Charles Richard Patterson.

Source: 
http://www.coachbuilt.com/bui/p/patterson/patterson.htm

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August 4, 2021 8 mins

Do you know the history behind  Lift Every Voice and Sing? Well, Avery and Jackson share a little knowledge about the Black National Anthem. 

Special Guest: Tamar Chapman 

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July 21, 2021 7 mins

Avery and Jackson talk about the history of Black Olympians. 


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Avery and Jackson learn about being a Principal! Listen to our conversation with Principal Kieli Ferguson from 9th District Elementry School in Covington, Ky! ⁠

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June 30, 2021 7 mins

Avery and Jackson celebrate one year of the podcast! Join us for a walk down memory lane! 

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June 23, 2021 7 mins

We are talking all about smart money moves! The earlier children learn about money the better. 

Special Guest: Lawrence Cain Jr. 

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June 16, 2021 4 mins

Have you heard of Juneteenth? Learn how the holiday got started and a few ways you can celebrate with your family!

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June 2, 2021 18 mins

Avery and Jackson learn a little more about mental health! 

Special guests: Dr. C. Brooks and her daughter Gabby! 

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May 19, 2021 12 mins

Avery and Jackson explore the history of Black Americans on Broadway. 

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May 12, 2021 7 mins

Avery and Jackson share information about Black cowboys who braved the west in search of freedom! 

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May 5, 2021 6 mins

Many Black Americans feel connected to Africa. We wanted to share some of the rich histories that the land has to offer. 

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