History and the Power of Unity
From Black Thought: The Spark by WOVU Studios
October 24, 2025 · 53 min
About this episode
Rabbii and Trey Modlin discuss the history and impact of Black Clevelanders, emphasizing the importance of unity and support for Black-owned businesses.
Rabbii and Trey Modlin reflect on the history and impact of Black Clevelanders, from Ohio’s first Black mayor to stories of slavery and the Underground Railroad. They examine political shifts, past discrimination, and the struggle for equality, while stressing the need to support Black-owned businesses and foster unity, spirituality, and community strength today.
Topics covered
- Black history
- Cleveland
- unity
- equality
- community strength
Keywords
- political shifts
- discrimination
- spirituality
Mentioned in this episode
Places: Ohio
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