The beauty of the color blue in Black culture

Imani Perry, a National Book Award–winning author and Harvard professor, explores the deep significance of the color blue in Black culture. She discusses the historical roots of indigo cultivation and its link to resilience during enslavement. The conversation dives into blues music's emotional power and the complexities of Black identity. Perry highlights how the color blue intersects with social movements, like the contrasting narratives of 'Blue Lives Matter' and 'Black Lives Matter,' weaving a rich tapestry of cultural symbolism and historical struggle.