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Kellie Carter Jackson
Chair of the Africana Studies Department at Wellesley College and the author of We Refuse, A Forceful History of Black Resistance. She's also the co-host of the podcast This Day in Esoteric Political History.
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Jul 30, 2025
• 37min
Is joy an act of resistance?
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In this engaging conversation, Kelly Carter Jackson, Chair of the Africana Studies Department at Wellesley College and author of "We Refuse," explores the idea that joy can be a powerful form of resistance. She discusses how finding happiness amidst adversity is vital for resilience and community celebration. Highlighting the historical significance of joy, especially among enslaved women, she presents it as both a coping mechanism and a transformative tool for liberation. The dialogue also reflects on the balance between joy and justice, underscoring the need for rest in activism.
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