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Charles Blow

Op-ed columnist at the New York Times and author of The Devil You Know, A Black Power Manifesto. He advocates for a southward migration of Black Americans to gain political power.

Top 5 podcasts with Charles Blow

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Feb 14, 2025 • 50min

Retracing the steps of their ancestors

Join Joseph McGill Jr., a passionate history and culture preservationist, as he shares insights on the Slave Dwelling Project, which honors the legacy of enslaved individuals. B.A. Parker offers a personal connection to her family's history linked to a North Carolina plantation, highlighting the importance of understanding one's roots. Charles Blow engages in a powerful discussion on Black power and reverse migration to the South, advocating for political empowerment. Together, they explore how recognizing ancestral pasts can pave the way for a brighter future.
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Nov 27, 2023 • 14min

The case for a new Great Migration in the US | Charles M. Blow

Join Charles M. Blow, a renowned writer and political commentator, as he boldly proposes a new Great Migration to tackle racial inequality in the U.S. He discusses the cyclical nature of social progress and how a strategic return of Black Americans to the South could enhance political power. Exploiting historical context, he emphasizes the potential for this migration to reshape policies and representation. Blow's provocative ideas challenge listeners to rethink traditional approaches to civil rights and inspire community-driven change.
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Dec 2, 2023 • 1h 25min

Trump and January 6th

Former Homeland Security Advisor and Counterterror Advisor to VP Mike Pence, Olivia Troye, and other guests discuss topics including Trump's legal immunity, the escalation of violence between Israel and Gaza, Hamas' attack plans, the Great Migration, and themes in Sylvia Plath's 'The Bell Jar'
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Sep 21, 2021 • 59min

Should Black Americans Move to the South?

In this thought-provoking discussion, Charles Blow, an Op-ed columnist for the New York Times and author of 'The Devil You Know', advocates for a mass migration of Black Americans to the South to enhance their political power. He shares insights from his own move from Brooklyn to Georgia, illuminating how demographic shifts can reshape electoral outcomes. The conversation also addresses systemic racism, emotional ties to cultural roots, and the complexities of racial identity, emphasizing the urgent need for political agency and community action.
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Mar 4, 2021 • 57min

453. A Rescue Plan for Black America

Charles Blow, an Op-ed columnist for The New York Times and author of "The Devil You Know: A Black Power Manifesto," advocates for a daring "reverse migration" of Black Americans back to the South. He discusses the persistent challenges of white supremacy and the importance of consolidating political power in safer regions. Blow critiques current Black leadership, explores grassroots activism, and examines the economic barriers faced by Black communities. His passionate call for empowerment and change offers a bold vision for the future.