Clint Smith, author of How the Word Is Passed, discusses the entanglement between language, history, and place. He explores the physicality of memory, emphasizes the importance of reckoning with American history, and reflects on the power of education and literature in shaping identity. Smith also embarks on a personal journey to historical sites, discusses Germany's reckoning with its history, and reflects on the struggle for freedom.

Clint Smith, author and poet, explores the entanglement of language and the body in investigating history. He discusses the power of poetry in conveying emotions and reflects on Hurricane Katrina. The role of books in education and the importance of confronting historical atrocities are also explored. The joy of parenthood and embracing joy in the midst of struggles is discussed. The podcast concludes with acknowledgements and credits.

Clint Smith, poet and author of How the Word Is Passed, explores the entanglement between language, history, and the intelligence of the body. Topics include the impact of Hurricane Katrina, education as empowerment, untold stories of loved ones, reckoning with history, joyful learning, and the responsibility of parents to honor history.

Clint Smith's poem 'Chaos Theory' is read by Major Jackson, discussing the impact of 'what ifs' on life paths and destiny. Major reflects on the power of poetry in his life and the communal joy it brings.

"Dance Party" by Clint Smith features a heartwarming reflection on a lively post-dinner dance party routine shared with children, filled with energetic moves and contagious joy.

Clint Smith, staff writer at The Atlantic, reads his poem 'Ode to Those First Fifteen Minutes After the Kids Are Finally Asleep.' The poem celebrates the relaxation, late-night cereal indulgence, and tranquility of the house that comes after putting the kids to bed.

Author and poet Clint Smith discusses his book 'How the Word Is Passed' exploring slavery in America, Confederate memorials, personal histories, identity, empathy, and understanding historical reflections, New Orleans, societal double standards in parenting recognition, and perspectives on history and colonialism.

Some conservative parents are trying to get books about race and sexuality banned from libraries and schools. Author Clint Smith says it’s dangerous to ban books to eliminate discomfort.This episode was produced by Avishay Artsy, edited by Amina Al-Sadi, fact-checked by Victoria Dominguez with help from Laura Bullard, engineered by Paul Robert Mounsey, and hosted by Noel King.Transcript at vox.com/todayexplained  Support Today, Explained by making a financial contribution to Vox! bit.ly/givepodcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s episode of the podcast, Ryan talks to author and poet Clint Smith about his new book How the Word Is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery, the struggle to remove confederate monuments throughout the Southern United States, how to make sense of the absurd lies that have been generationally passed down since slavery was abolished, and more.Clint Smith III is an American writer, poet and scholar. He is the author of Counting Descent, a 2017 poetry collection, and How the Word Is Passed which topped The New York Times Best Seller list in June 2021. Smith received a doctorate from the Harvard Graduate School of Education.Other books mentioned on the show: Indian Givers: How Native Americans Transformed the WorldReach out to the Texas Historical Commission to help in the fight to remove the Confederate monument in Bastrop, Texas: thc.texas.gov/contact or email thc@thc.texas.govDonate to the Lockhart Texas Confederate removal campaign: https://www.gofundme.com/f/remove-the-confederate-monument-in-lockhart-txThere’s only 1 day left to sign up for The Daily Stoic Leadership Challenge! It will be a masterclass in leadership with the cadence and rigor of a boot camp. It is also a live course, which means all participants will join the course together and move through together at the same pace to their own version of the same goal—to be a great leader. Registration is now officially open over at dailystoic.com/leadershipchallenge. Registration will close TONIGHT, July 31st at midnight CST.LMNT is the maker of electrolyte drink mixes that help you stay active at home, work, the gym, or anywhere else. Electrolytes are a key part of a happy, healthy body. As a listener of this show, you can receive a free LMNT Sample Pack for only $5 for shipping. To claim this exclusive deal you must go to drinkLMNT.com/dailystoic. If you don’t love it, they will refund your $5 no questions asked.Beekeeper’s Naturals is the company that’s reinventing your medicine with clean, effective products that actually work. Beekeepers Naturals has great products like Propolis Spray and B.LXR. Visit beekeepersnaturals.com/STOIC or enter code “STOIC” to get 20% off your first order.Ladder makes the process of getting life insurance quick and easy. To apply, you only need a phone or laptop and a few minutes of time. Ladder’s algorithms work quickly and you’ll find out almost immediately if you’re approved. Go to ladderlife.com/stoic to see if you’re instantly approved today.Sign up for the Daily Stoic email: http://DailyStoic.com/signupFollow us: Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, TikTok, FacebookFollow Clint Smith: Homepage, Instagram, Twitter, FacebookSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Original broadcast date: June 5, 2020. The killing of George Floyd by a police officer in 2020 sparked massive protests nationwide. This hour, writer and scholar Clint Smith reflects on this moment, through conversation, letters, and poetry.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy