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In 1804, Haiti defeated Napoleon’s army and created the world’s first free Black republic.It terrified colonial powers, alarmed Thomas Jefferson, and sparked centuries of efforts to keep Haiti isolated.On this day in 1937, another dark chapter unfolded: the Parsley Massacre.In the new episode of #T…

In 1901, Australia wanted to ban Black and Asian immigration, but London said explicit racial laws looked bad diplomatically. So they invented the "50-Word Dictation Test. In this episode of the podcast, we explore Australia’s history of anti-Black racism.

In 1935, Sinclair Lewis wrote It Can’t Happen Here—a chilling novel about a populist demagogue who promises every citizen cash payouts, rallies anti-immigrant fervor, and steadily dismantles democracy from within. Lewis wasn’t just writing fiction; he was issuing a warning. On the latest episode of…

Next time you sit down for a meal at an upscale restaurant, take a look around. Who greets you at the door? Who takes your order? And who is working behind closed doors in the kitchen? In fine dining, servers in major metro areas can earn upwards of $100k to $150k annually in tips. Yet front-of-hou…

NEW EPISODE: The Debate Over Hip-Hop's Most Controversial Word Can you separate hip-hop culture from the language embedded in its history? In this episode of Trey’s Table, host Trey Smith dives deep into the heated, ongoing debate surrounding the N-word in hip-hop—sparked by the recurring conversat…

The Korean War is often called America’s "Forgotten War"—and even more forgotten are the struggles of the African American soldiers who served in it. Two years after Executive Order 9981 ordered the desegregation of the armed forces, Black troops—like those in the 24th Infantry Regiment—were still …

There are certain figures whose respect in the culture is simply understood. On the latest episode of Trey’s Table, we’re diving into "The List of People That Black People Don't Play About." From Dolly Parton’s genuine love, decades of philanthropy, and unforgettable moments of allyship, to Hayley …

When you hear a song, what kind of picture does your mind build of the person singing it? In the latest episode of Trey’s Table, we look at the incredible story of Sarah La Morena—a dark-skinned, Afro-Mexican singer captivating audiences worldwide with regional Mexican music. Born in California and…

New Episode of Trey’s Table: Self-Defense, Domestic Violence, and the Trial of Keisha Golden While national media attention often zeroes in on high-profile cases like the Lindsay Clancy trial, countless stories at the critical intersection of race, gender, and the legal system slip under the radar.…