Today, we honour the legacy of Harriet Tubman, celebrate the birth of guitar great Ronnie Earl, and revisit the historic 1972 Gary Convention.

IN THIS EPISODE:

[00:00] - Introduction

[00:43] - The Cultural Landscape

[01:20] - The Political Climate

[01:56] - Exploring The Music

[02:26] - Births

[02:56] - Passings

[03:26] - Conclusion

KEY FIGURES MENTIONED:

Harriet Tubman (1822–1913)

Luis Russell (1902–1963)

Ronnie Earl (1953–Present)

LaVern Baker (1929–1997)

Ernestine Anderson (1928–2016)

MUSIC:

LaVern Baker - Tweedle Dee

Ronnie Earl & The Broadcasters - I’ll Take Care of You

Ernestine Anderson - Never Make Your Move Too Soon

FURTHER READING:

Political - The National Black Political Convention

Music - Luis Russell

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