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James Hemings: The Forgotten Pioneer of American Cuisine
Episode 39
Join host Tamara Shiloh as we uncover the remarkable story of James Hemings, a culinary pioneer whose influence on American cuisine has been largely …
1 year, 4 months ago
George Beckett & The Invention That Changed Mail Delivery
Episode 38
In this episode, we dive into the history of a small yet impactful invention—the house door letterbox. Before the convenience of secure mail slots, p…
1 year, 4 months ago
Joseph Winters: Climbing the Ladder of Innovation
Season 2 Episode 37
In this episode of Once Upon a Time in Black History, we explore the remarkable story of Joseph Richard Winters, the inventor whose fire escape innov…
1 year, 5 months ago
Defying Expectations: The Trailblazing Journey of Jane Matilda Bolin
Episode 36
Discover the inspiring story of Jane Matilda Bolin, the first Black woman judge in the U.S. Born in 1908, Jane overcame racial discrimination and soc…
1 year, 5 months ago
Mother Hale: The Angel of Harlem
Episode 35
A selfless pioneer in childcare and community support, Clara opened her Harlem home to infants born into the most challenging circumstances—children …
1 year, 6 months ago
Jan Ernst Matzeliger
Episode 34
Jan Ernst Matzeliger was a biracial Surinamese-American inventor whose automated lasting machine brought significant change to the manufacturing of s…
1 year, 6 months ago
George Franklin Grant
Episode 33
In this episode, discover the fascinating journey of Dr. George Franklin Grant, a trailblazing dentist, Harvard faculty member, and inventor of the f…
1 year, 6 months ago
George Crum, the man who invented the potato chip...
Episode 32
On today's episode of Once upon A Time In Black History we learn about George Crum, the man who invented the potato chip!
1 year, 6 months ago
Marie Van Brittan Brown
Episode 31
Marie Van Brittan Brown was an American nurse and innovator. In 1966, she invented a video home security system along with her husband Albert Brown, …
1 year, 6 months ago
Elijah, The Real McCoy
Season 1 Episode 30
Elijah McCoy (May 2, 1844–October 10, 1929) was a Black American inventor who received more than 50 patents for his inventions during his lifetime. H…
1 year, 7 months ago