The Untold History of Black Business & Black Towns in America

About this episode

The episode features a discussion on Black history, business, and achievement with guest Anthony Brogdon.

The International Book Show host Makonnen Sankofa welcomes guest Anthony Brogdon for a powerful discussion on Black history, business, and achievement. Discover Anthony Brogdon’s books, including Black Business Book , They Did It , and That’s My Land . From pioneering Black business owners to thriving historic Black towns across America, this discussion celebrates achievement, resilience, and “good Black history.”

People in this episode

Host: Makonnen Sankofa

Guest: Anthony Brogdon

Topics covered

• Black history
• business
• achievement
• resilience
• Black towns
• pioneering business owners

Keywords

• Black business
• Black towns
• history
• achievement
• resilience
• Anthony Brogdon

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Black Business Book, They Did It, That’s My Land

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