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Blackademics TV

Nadja Johnson, Javier Wallace, M. Yvonne Taylor

Top Black Studies scholars, artists and activists share projects and research focused on education, performance and empowerment.

Nadja Johnson, Javier Wallace, M. Yvonne Taylor

Blackademics TV Episode 2 | 27m 22s | CC

This episode explores diverse narratives and perspectives. Johnson reflects on her childhood dreams of becoming a rapper in the 90s and how this aspiration shaped her life and self-expression. Wallace addresses the complex issue of sports trafficking of student-athletes. Taylor discusses how being an outsider can provide valuable insights and unique abilities, turning challenges into strengths.

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