Kris Manjapra

Professor of history at Tufts University and author of "Black Ghost of Empire: The Long Death of Slavery and the Failure of Emancipation."

Best podcasts with Kris Manjapra

Ranked by the Snipd community

Jul 25, 2023 • 48min

68. The Long Death of Slavery

Kris Manjapra, a Tufts University history professor and author of "Black Ghost of Empire," joins the discussion to delve into the complexities of emancipation. He highlights the messy, protracted nature of freedom and the emotional journeys faced by figures like James Mars. The conversation tackles Britain's long-overdue reparations debate and the unique legacy of black abolitionists. From systemic oppression post-Civil War to the need for reparations today, this insightful dialogue confronts historical injustices and their lingering effects on modern society.

May 10, 2023 • 1h 27min

“How Do We Relate to Our Ghosts?” - Kris Manjapra’s Black Ghost of Empire, Demystifying Emancipation, Excavating Pan-Africanism

Kris Manjapra, an expert on transnational history and race, dives deep into his book, "Black Ghost of Empire," exploring the complex pathways of global emancipation and their ties to today's reparations movements. He reveals how legal frameworks historically favored slave owners and perpetuated Black indebtedness. The discussion touches on the haunting legacies of colonialism, the importance of Pan-Africanism, and how confronting these 'ghosts' can reshape modern identity and societal struggles for equality.