

Bernice Johnson Reagon
Founding member of the Freedom Singers, a leading scholar of protest songs, and founder of the a cappella group Sweet Honey in the Rock.
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Aug 2, 2024 • 46min
Remembering Freedom Singer Bernice Johnson Reagon
In this engaging discussion, Bernice Johnson Reagon, a key figure in the civil rights movement and founder of Sweet Honey in the Rock, shares her powerful journey intertwining music and activism. She reflects on the significance of songs in the fight for freedom. The conversation also honors James Baldwin, celebrating his profound influence on literature and civil rights, and examining his legacy. The episode poignantly connects personal identity, historical narratives, and the relentless spirit of activism in the face of adversity.