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Blacktivities

Blacktivities

De: Shannon Chatmon Talisa Hale and Karen Roberts
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Blacktivities is where Black women gather to talk about life, history, and everything in between. It’s a celebration of Black culture, Black perspectives, and the shared experiences that shape how we move through the world. With the perfect balance of humor and depth, Blacktivities connects Black America’s past to the present through conversations that are thoughtful, relatable, and sometimes nostalgic. We talk about everyday life, current issues, and cultural moments the way they’re actually discussed off-mic. Hosted by Shannon, Lisa, and Karen, the show centers Black women’s voices while showing that no two experiences are the same. Different viewpoints, real dialogue, and honest reactions all live here. If you enjoy smart conversations that don’t feel preachy, cultural commentary that still knows how to laugh, and a podcast that feels like home, welcome to Blacktivities. Press play. Stay awhile.Copyright 2022-2026 Black Panache, LLC Biografías y Memorias Ciencias Sociales Mundial
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  • From Minstrel Shows to Memes: The History of Blackface in America

    From Minstrel Shows to Memes: The History of Blackface in America
    Apr 13 2026

    From minstrel shows to modern politics — Shannon and KK break down the deep history of blackface in America, why it was never just entertainment, and why whiteface is not the mirror image people claim it is.

    This past week, a blackface photo of a sitting Georgia state representative surfaced, and it sparked a response that hit every note of the classic "I'm not racist" playbook. The receipts are read and the hosts give their thoughts on his response.

    In Big Facts, Shannon traces blackface from its roots in 1828, when Thomas Dartmouth Rice stole a dance from an enslaved man and built a minstrel empire, all the way through Hollywood's golden age, the birth of Jim Crow laws, and the documented ways minstrel stereotypes still shape how Black people are perceived today.

    Then the conversation opens up: Druski's conservative woman skits, the Wayans Brothers' White Chicks defense, Jack Harlow going full R&B, and the difference between resistance and racism.

    No Lisa this week, but Shannon and KK hold it down.

    Bring Blacktivities to your inbox - stay posted on what's happening with the pod... more black culture, black history, black perspectives, and black panache!

    Other Ways to Join in the Blacktivities:
    1. Share this episode with a friend. Word of mouth is the best tool for growth.
    2. Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts.
    3. Follow us on social media.
    4. Donate to the cause and help amplify more black voices.

    Hear more episodes - Blacktivities website

    About the Hosts

    Blacktivities is a Black Panache original production - a podcast network with a lineup of black-hosted shows sharing black stories and tackling black issues. For more information on shows like our newest production, Fat Lies Matter, visit blackpanache.com.

    Continue the Conversation on Social Media:

    Instagram - @blacktivitiespod

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    Copyright 2022-2026 Black Panache, LLC
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    41 m
  • Black Men’s Mental Health: Why So Many Suffer in Silence

    Black Men’s Mental Health: Why So Many Suffer in Silence
    Apr 6 2026
    In this episode of Blacktivities, the conversation shifts to something deeper—Black men’s mental health and the silence that often surrounds it.Why don’t more Black men talk about what they’re going through?Is it cultural… generational… or something bigger?The hosts unpack the layers behind emotional suppression, stigma, and the expectations placed on Black men to always be strong. Also, Dr. Camillia Harris, founder of justUs, HM, shares how her father's death prompted her to create the organization and host black men's mental health conferences nationwide.This isn’t just a conversation—it’s a call to understand, to listen, and to create space.What We DiscussWhy many Black men struggle to express emotionsThe cultural expectation of strength vs. vulnerabilityHow silence becomes survival—and isolationThe role of community, family, and relationshipsWhat it actually looks like to create safe spaces for Black menBring Blacktivities to your inbox - stay posted on what's happening with the pod... more black culture, black history, black perspectives, and black panache!Meet Our Guest:Dr. Camilla Harris, Founder of justUs, MHjustUs, MH - https://www.bmmhc.comInstagram - @bmmhc1@camillia_millyOther Ways to Join in the Blacktivities:Share this episode with a friend. Word of mouth is the best tool for growth.Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts.Follow us on social media.Donate to the cause and help amplify more black voices.Hear more episodes - Blacktivities websiteAbout the HostsBlacktivities is a Black Panache original production - a podcast network with a lineup of black-hosted shows sharing black stories and tackling black issues. For more information on shows like our newest production, Fat Lies Matter, visit blackpanache.com.Continue the Conversation on Social Media:Instagram - @blacktivitiespodFollow Shannon - @justshanofficialFollow Lisa - @monalisathepoetFollow Karen - @theekkrobertsThreads - @blacktivitiespodFacebook - BlacktivitiesSourcesScienceDirect — The Impact of Racism on Black American Mental Health https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2215036623003619PMC / NIH — The Traumatic Impact of Structural Racism on African Americans https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8352535/American Counseling Association — The Historical Roots of Racial Disparities in the Mental Health System https://www.counseling.org/publications/counseling-today-magazine/article-archive/article/legacy/the-historical-roots-of-racial-disparities-in-the-mental-health-systemPMC / NIH — How Masculinity Impedes African American Men from Seeking Mental Health Treatment https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11409296/Talkspace — Why Black Men Face Greater Mental Health Challenges https://www.talkspace.com/blog/black-men-mental-health-challenges-therapy/CarePlus NJ — Black Men and Mental Health https://careplusnj.org/black-men-and-mental-health/PMC / Johns Hopkins — Achieving Mental Health Equity in Black Male Suicide Prevention https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10098101/KFF — Suicide Deaths: National Trends by Demographics https://www.kff.org/mental-health/suicide-deaths-national-trends-and-variation-by-demographics-and-states/U.S. Office of Minority Health — Black/African American Mental Health https://minorityhealth.hhs.gov/mental-and-behavioral-health-blackafrican-americansCrisis & Support ResourcesTherapy for Black Men — Therapist Directory https://therapyforblackmen.orgBlack Men Heal — Mental Health Treatment Access https://blackmenheal.orgMental Health America — Black & African American Communities https://mhanational.org/issues/black-and-african-american-communities-and-mental-healthSAMHSA National Helpline — Free, Confidential, 24/7 https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — Call or Text 988 https://988lifeline.orgCopyright 2022-2026 Black Panache, LLC
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    1 h y 5 m
  • Breaking Down Black Stereotypes: History, Truth, and Misconceptions

    Breaking Down Black Stereotypes: History, Truth, and Misconceptions
    Mar 30 2026
    You've probably heard all the stereotypes, but where do they come from and is there some truth to any of them? In this episode of Blacktivities, Shannon, Lisa, and KK discuss common stereotypes about Black people and ask a simple question: are they BIG Facts, BIG Lies, or more complicated than we think?From tipping culture and timeliness to swimming, food, and social habits, the conversation blends humor with historical context to unpack where these stereotypes come from and why they persist today.Key Topics:The origins of tipping culture in AmericaCultural vs. systemic explanations behind stereotypesAccess, history, and generational impactHow stereotypes are formed and reinforcedWhy Black identity is not one-size-fits-allBring Blacktivities to your inbox - stay posted on what's happening with the pod... more black culture, black history, black perspectives, and black panache!Other Ways to Join in the Blacktivities:Share this episode with a friend. Word of mouth is the best tool for growth.Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts.Follow us on social media.Donate to the cause and help amplify more black voices.Hear more episodes - Blacktivities websiteAbout the HostsBlacktivities is a Black Panache original production - a podcast network with a lineup of black-hosted shows sharing black stories and tackling black issues. For more information on shows like our newest production, Fat Lies Matter, visit blackpanache.com.Continue the Conversation on Social Media:Instagram - @blacktivitiespodFollow Shannon - @justshanofficialFollow Lisa - @monalisathepoetFollow Karen - @theekkrobertsThreads - @blacktivitiespodFacebook - BlacktivitiesReferences & Further Reading1. Tipping History — Shriver Center on Poverty Law The Racist History Behind America's Tipping Culture 2. Tipping History — NPR Throughline The Land of the Fee — The Anti-Tipping Movement3. Hot Sauce & West African Culinary Tradition — Oxford Symposium on Food & Cookery The Diasporic Roots of Hot Sauce in Black American Culture 4. Swimming & Segregation — National Geographic Public Swimming Pools Are Still Haunted by Segregation's Legacy5. Swimming & Segregation — NPR Racial History of American Swimming Pools (interview with historian Jeff Wiltse)6. Fried Chicken & Watermelon — The Boston Globe Fried Chicken, Watermelon, and the Origins of Racist Food Stereotypes7. Camping & Sundown Towns — New American History The Negro Motorist Green Book8. Black People & Dogs — Chicago Crusader Black People's Complicated History with Dogs 9. Black People & Dogs — Pacific Standard The People Who Are Scared of Dogs (cites research by psychologist Dr. L. Kevin Chapman)Want to go even deeper? Check out these books:"Forked: A New Standard for American Dining" — Saru Jayaraman (tipping history)"Contested Waters: A Social History of Swimming Pools in America" — Jeff Wiltse"Sundown Towns" — James W. Loewen"Soul Food: The Surprising Story of an American Cuisine" — Adrian MillerCopyright 2022-2026 Black Panache, LLC
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    52 m
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