Episode 107: Jasmine Holmes, Checking the Footnotes, and Black History

Author and history teacher Jasmine Holmes is kicking off National Black History Month for us on All Things! Jasmine loves Jesus, her family, and speaking and writing about black history and identity. I think this conversation will serve you well!

Jasmine and I talk about:

• An eternal perspective on race and ethnicity.

• Where we are as a nation when it comes to our American perspective on race and ethnicity.

• Why we even have a Black History Month.

• Why it’s important to “check the footnotes” and “read primary sources” when it comes to history.

• The state of Florida’s recent rejection of a proposed Advanced Placement course focused on African American Studies.

• Some of Jasmine’s favorite black women in history.

• And some of the unique issues that come with being a black woman in the 21st century.

Jasmine has so much wisdom and historical knowledge to share. This is a great way to kick off February!

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Mother to Son, by Jasmine Holmes - https://amzn.to/3JlNA2S

Carved in Ebony, by Jasmine Holmes - https://amzn.to/3HI4Td5

Carved in Ebony Shop - Jasmine’s shop offering products that raise awareness around the lives and work of trailblazing black men and women whose stories are often overlooked - https://carvedinebony.shop/

Keep in touch with Jasmine - https://jasminelholmes.com/