20 episodes
James Baldwin's America Jesse James
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4.8 • 5 Ratings
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James Baldwin was one of the most important writers and activists of the 20th century. In James Baldwin's America, Jesse James will discuss the importance of Baldwin's work in our current social and political climate. Baldwin's reach in society was far and wide, and to gain a complete picture of Baldwin a variety of subjects will be continually addressed including music, religion, and the world Baldwin struggled against daily for over 60 years.
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James Baldwin, America, and the Presidential Election
Jesse spends this week previewing the upcoming Presidential election in America and playing some clips of Baldwin talking about America, hope, and progress.
You can also make a donation to Jesse and the show via PayPal at: Baldwins.America@gmail.com. All donations will be used to offset the production costs of the show and are greatly appreciated.
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James Baldwin and A Talk to Teachers Part 2
Jesse talks about the upcoming presidential election in the United States and how the outcome needs to unify us regardless of who holds office. He then dives back into Baldwin's essay, 'A Talk to Teachers' and how and why it is still so relevant in 2020.
Songs of the Week:
Public Enemy: Fight the Power 2020
Billie Holiday: Strange Fruit
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James Baldwin, A Talk to Teachers, and a Microphone
This week Jesse talks about Baldwin's essay, 'A Talk to Teachers' and the relevance it still holds to this day. He then uses his platform (microphone) to discuss the burden of being Black that children in this country face at far too young of an age. He also talks about the importance of the upcoming election in the United States.
Song of the Week:
Louis Armstrong: West End Blues
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James Baldwin, Solomon Roller, and the Creative Process for a Dancer
Jesse is joined this week by dancer Solomon Roller. The two discuss The Fire Next Time, growing up in a bi-racial family, the importance of finding 'a tribe,' dancing as freedom, and happiness. Jesse then talks about a Baldwin passage from The Price of the Ticket and the difficulties Baldwin faced as he tried to bear witness to America.
Songs of the Week:
Michael Jackson: Remember the Time
Bruce Springsteen: Born in the U.S.A. - Acoustic version
Solomon Roller on Instagram
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James Baldwin, Black Creativity and Film with Bre Dioni
Jesse is joined by writer and filmmaker, Bre Dioni. The two discuss how adversity affects creativity, being Black in Wisconsin, and film. Jesse then talks about his new Patreon Page for the podcast as well as the songs of the week and an important passage from No Name in the Street.
Songs of the Week:
Mary J. Blige: No More Drama
John Lennon: Instant Karma
Bre Dioni Page
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Bonus Episode
Jesse drops in with a quick bonus episode to update you about some new features coming to the show soon.
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Customer Reviews
Great podcast
I just discovered this podcast and I love it. If we have any hope of creating a truly equal society we need more of this. Baldwin is indeed a sage, if you have not already, let this podcast inspire you to pick up James Baldwin's works.
I love how the host mixes art - from photography, music etc into the show. A rich and beautiful cultural weave.