Leading By History Leading By History

In this episode, Dr. Ma'asehyahu Isra-Ul sits down with Dr. Micha Perry from the University of Haifa in Israel to discuss the Medieval world and the impact of literacy and writing on religious communities. Covering topics like Eldad the Danite, the Babylonian Talmud and the Book of Eli film, this episode is a nice teaser for the newly initiated into this area of history. Have you ever wondered if religious texts have been edited over time or whether religious ideas have changed over time? This episode is not one that you want to miss!


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In this episode, Dr. Ma'asehyahu Isra-Ul sits down with Dr. Rachel McMillian to discuss her work in Black education and critical prison studies. In this dialogue they discuss their personal experiences with those in prison and address a broken criminal system of punishment that leads to recidivism and not progressive change. It is important to remember those who are trapped behind bars and to advocate for the acknowledgement of their humanity in a society that has long discounted them as positive members. This is not an episode to take lightly.


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In this first episode of the season, Dr. Ma'asehyahu Isra-Ul sits down with Dr. Lauren Henley at the University of Richmond to discuss the little known but highly interesting story of Sarah Rector. Dubbed "The Richest Black Girl in America", Rector's story is one of blessing, fear, courage and resilience. Rector was the daughter of Black farmers whose ancestors had been enslaved by the Creek tribe in Oklahoma. Because of this, the family was allotted free land by the federal government as a form of reparations. Everything changed in 1913, when land began gushing oil and Rector became the first youngest Black millionaire in American history.
Want to know more? Then tune in to this episode immediately!
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You can read more about Sarah Rector and Dr. Henley's research here and here.

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In this episode, Dr. Ma'asehyahu Isra-Ul sits down with Dr. Michael Robison to discuss his book, "The Lost White Tribe". In his text, Robinson traces the rise and fall of "the Hamitic Hypothesis." In addition to recounting Stanley's "discovery," Robinson shows how it influenced encounters with the Ainu in Japan; Vilhjalmur Stefansson's tribe of "blond Eskimos" in the Arctic; and the "white Indians" of Panama.

Delving deeply into 19th and early 20th century ideas of racial supremacy and racial classifications, this episode will deepen your knowledge of how false interpretations of the Bible and unorthodox Christian ideals led to imperialism and eventually genocide. This is an episode that you want to take your time with. (This is an extended episode with no breaks) Tune in now!



*Update: Technical issues with the host microphone persists in this episode. We have edited for the best possible quality.


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In this episode of Leading By History Ma'asehyahu Isra-Ul sits down for a talk with author and mental health advocate Andrea "Drea" Williams in order to discuss suicide prevention. Drea is a survivor of multiple suicide attempts and has dedicated herself to the mission of helping and supporting those struggling with ideas of death and suicidal ideations. Drea is a firm believer that the more we listen to, learn from and support those struggling with ideas of suicide-the more opportunities we will have to help make a difference in their lives and the lives of others. This is a very emotionally challenging conversation and we provide a trigger warning for those who may be currently be in a delicate mental space. We want you to know that we love you and our thoughts and prayers are for you to overcome, survive and succeed.



If you are looking to learn more about mental health support and how to understand mental health and trauma challenges-please listen to this episode from season 1.



Here is an article about Drea's book as well as a link to purchase it - Fearless of the Inevitable.


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In this episode of Leading By History, Dr. Ma'asehyahu Isra-Ul sits down with Ms. Jeannine Cook to discuss her journey from street vendor to brick n' mortar business woman and the power of literacy to transform a city. The conversation is engaging, insightful and inspiring. The Philadelphia Citizen rated Jeannine as
one of the city’s most dynamic change-makers. If you want to hear a story of resilience and the power of education and community-this is an episode that you do not want to miss.



You can catch Jeannine at one of her two shops working to build bridges and relationships. Learn more about her businesses here:


https://www.oprahdaily.com/entertainment/books/a39186848/jeannine-cook-harrietts-bookshop/
https://www.inquirer.com/columnists/harrietts-bookshop-fishtown-twitter-20220818.html
https://twitter.com/IdasBooks
https://www.womansworld.com/posts/entertainment/idas-bookshop-in-collingswood




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