Daryl Davis

For episode 178, we welcomed Dr. Daryl Davis to the show! Dr. Daryl Davis is an international recording artist who has performed and toured all 50 States and around the world. He has performed extensively with Chuck Berry, The Legendary Blues Band (formerly The Muddy Waters Blues Band), Elvis Presley’s Jordanaires, and many others.

As an actor Daryl received rave reviews for his stage role in The Time Of Your Life, and has done film and television roles including HBO’s acclaimed series The Wire.

As a race relations expert Dr. Daryl Davis has received numerous awards and high acclaim for his book Klan-Destine Relationships and his award-winning film documentary Accidental Courtesy. He is the first Black author to write a book on the Ku Klux Klan based upon in-person interviews and personal encounters.

His ability to get racists to renounce their ideology has sent Daryl to travel all over the United States and the world to share his methodology.

In our discussion, we covered how Daryl’s journey as a touring musician played a part in his race relations work, hanging with members of the Ku Klux Klan, why some people think his approach to combating racism is questionable, understanding the various race breakdowns in communities, drinking a beer with Klansman, and so much more!

#daryldavis #racerelations #endracism 

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