Michael Harriot

American history has been whitewashed, with the accounts of millions of black Americans pushed to the margins, and their narratives stripped of agency and action. In this episode, Adam is joined by Michael Harriot, the author of Black AF History: The Un-Whitewashed Story of America, to step out from behind the white lens through which our country typically views history. Together, they explore why confronting the unvarnished truth about this nation's past is a challenging but essential endeavor. Find Michael's book at factuallypod.com/booksSUPPORT THE SHOW ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/adamconoverSEE ADAM ON TOUR: https://www.adamconover.net/tourdates/SUBSCRIBE to and RATE Factually! on:» Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/factually-with-adam-conover/id1463460577» Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0fK8WJw4ffMc2NWydBlDyJAboutHeadgum: Headgum is an LA & NY-based podcast network creatingpremium podcasts with the funniest, most engaging voices in comedy toachieve one goal: Making our audience and ourselves laugh. Listen to ourshows at https://www.headgum.com.» SUBSCRIBE to Headgum: https://www.youtube.com/c/HeadGum?sub_confirmation=1» FOLLOW us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/headgum» FOLLOW us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/headgum/» FOLLOW us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@headgumSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Michael Harriot, a sharp writer and economist who delves into Black culture and politics, joins the discussion to break down Trump's tariff policy. He reveals how these tariffs are creating economic instability and adversely affecting working-class Americans. The conversation also touches on the legal troubles of Young Thug and highlights Cory Booker's notable Senate filibuster against Trump’s administration. Listeners will gain insight into the unexpected consequences of political decisions on everyday lives.

Michael Harriot, political commentator and author, discusses the importance of retelling American history from the Black perspective. The podcast explores the disparity between taught history and actual events, shedding light on the forgotten explorer Esteban and his contributions. It also highlights the use of quizzes and humor to engage readers and discusses the triumph of the Black community in American history.

In this discussion, Michael Harriot, a journalist and author of "Black AF History," Tiffany Caesar, an Africana studies professor, and Adam Harris, an education policy expert, tackle the challenges of celebrating Black history amid political resistance. They delve into the historical significance of Black History Month and critique recent anti-diversity policies. The trio emphasizes the importance of accurately teaching Black history to ensure inclusivity and represents a richer narrative of America, advocating for resilience in educational settings against structural racism.

Michael Harriot, an expert on historical facts related to racism, debunks the idea of 'reverse racism' by explaining how it was made up by white people to paint themselves as victims. He emphasizes the importance of historical context and systemic structures in understanding true racial discrimination.