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Jonathan Eig's biography of MLK explores the activist's life and faith

Nov 22, 2023
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Jonathan Eig
Biographer Jonathan Eig discusses his book on MLK, exploring his upbringing, education, and his role in the Montgomery bus boycott. The podcast also covers MLK's inspiring journey as a leader, his unwavering convictions, and his spirituality in the face of scrutiny and surveillance.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 5min
2
Martin Luther King Jr.'s Upbringing, Education, and Emergence as a Leader
04:35 • 2min
3
MLK's Inspiring Speech and Unwavering Convictions
06:45 • 3min