Ever wondered about the truth behind our American myths and history? Looking for the truth behind the stories of American heroes like Christopher Columbus or Pocahontas? Look no further than this week’s Motivational Mondays!

Michael Harriot of The Guardian and theGrio.com joins us this week to share what he has learned about American history with his trademark humor! With his expertise as a journalist, author, and cultural critic - and his status as "one of the most eloquent writers in America" - he’s one writer you’ll want on your TBR! (https://medium.com/the-daily-kerfuffle/michael-harriot-one-of-the-most-eloquent-writers-in-america-today-f2e1ef846d4b)

Tune in to learn more about how his new book, “Black AF History,” views history through the lens of black people in America.

LEARN MORE:

>>Read the unvarnished stories from history that Harriot shares in “Black AF History: The Un-Whitewashed Story of America.” (https://www.amazon.com/Black-AF-History-Whitewashed-America/dp/0358439167)

>>Learn more about Harriot and his work on his website. (MichaelHarriot.com)

>>Check out the channels Harriot follows on YouTube. (https://www.youtube.com/@michaelharriot/featured)

>>Keep up with Harriot on Twitter or Instagram. (http://twitter.com/michaelharriot), (https://www.instagram.com/michaelharriot)

NSLS MEMBERS ONLY:

>>Listen to the bonus episode to learn about Harriot’s thoughts on the Montgomery Brawl incident and how it may contribute to ongoing conversations about race (https://thens.ls/3Lvkyhj)

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