Welcome to the Re-Weav podcast with Mitchele Anderson. Where we discuss how to weave racial unity in God’s community, sharing resources and stories to guide us on this journey.  My name is Mitchele and I’m so glad you’re here.

Black History Month has come to an end, but learning & personal growth are always on trend. Back in January, I had a conversation with Dr. Quintard Taylor from the University of Washington.  Dr. Quintard is a professor of African American History.  His passion for research and sharing knowledge led him to teach, author several books on African American history including In Search of the Racial Frontier: African Americans in the American West 1528-1990,  and establish an amazing online resource called BlackPast.org.  BlackPast.org is truly a passion project for the professor.  He shares how it’s reach shocked him and the incredible impact it is having in our world today.

In our conversation, Dr. Quitard shares what inspired him to become a historian, specifically with a specialty of African American history in the American West.  He shares some intriguing stories from history in the Pacific Northwest as well as some insight into how history foreshadows current and future events.  For those of you that are fascinated with history and dream about becoming a published writer… Quintard gives a very enticing invitation during this interview... It might be time for you to build that resume...

As with many Re-Weav conversations, this one may challenge you.  I want to encourage you, as I often do, to choose compassion.  Posture yourself in a growth mindset.  Ask God to open your ears and soften your heart.  I believe that this content will add value in your journey of creating unity in God’s community. So, I encourage you to listen & learn with love.

Now, let’s get into today’s conversation.

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Resources:

African American & Global African History BlackPast.org

Write for BlackPast.org

Find a collection of books by Dr. Quintard Taylor on Amazon