Yale, Slavery, and the American Revolutionary Era - Class 5
Explore Yale's involvement with slavery during the American Revolutionary era, examining its impact on the institution and broader societal implications.
The 18th Century Founding of Yale and its Many Contexts - Native American Dispossession and the Puritan Vision
Explore Yale's 18th-century origins, examining Native American dispossession, Puritan influence, and the complex historical context that shaped the institution's founding and early development.
Antebellum Yale and the Coming of the Civil War - Class 7
Explore Yale's role in antebellum America and its connection to the Civil War. Examine slavery's impact on institutions and the challenges to democracy, pluralism, and constitutional rule.
Yale, the Early Republic, and the 1831 Black College
Explore Yale's early history, focusing on its connections to slavery and the 1831 Black College proposal. Gain insights into the complex racial dynamics of the Early Republic era.
The Civil War and its Legacies at Yale - Class 8
Explore the Civil War's impact on American institutions and Yale's connections to slavery, examining enduring legacies and their influence on modern society and governance.
Ideologies and Economies: Southern World Views vs Northern World Views - Class 9
Explore ideologies and economies shaping Southern and Northern worldviews, examining slavery's impact on American institutions and the enduring legacies of racial inequality.
Insurance, Slavery, and Expertise
Explore the historical intersections of insurance practices, slavery, and expert knowledge, examining their lasting impacts on society and economics.
Madwoman on the Slave Ship: Reproduction and Racial Capitalism - Lecture 1
Explore the intersection of gender, slavery, and racial capitalism through an analysis of women's experiences on slave ships, challenging traditional narratives and examining archival evidence.
A Hidden Workforce: Prison Labor, Human Rights, and the Legacy of Slavery
Explore the history and current state of prison labor in the US, examining its roots in slavery and its impact on human rights, while discussing potential reforms for more dignified work.
Causes of the American Civil War: Slavery, States' Rights, and the Irrepressible Conflict - Class 13
Explore the complex historical debate over Civil War causation, examining the roles of slavery, states' rights, and political tensions in shaping America's deadliest conflict.
A inteligência e o legado africano nas minas de Ouro Preto
Revelação da inteligência africana na extração de ouro em Ouro Preto, desafiando narrativas eurocêntricas e valorizando a contribuição dos povos africanos na formação da sociedade brasileira.
Race and International Law - Historical Legacy and Contemporary Challenges
Explore the historical and ongoing impact of racism in international law, examining representation, reparations, and potential reforms to address systemic inequalities and promote justice.
Heirs of Slavery - Reckoning with the Legacy of the Slave Trade
Explore the ongoing debate on reparations for slavery, examining private initiatives and their impact on reconciling with historical injustices. Gain insights into efforts to address this complex issue.
From Territories to States: The Civil War and the End of the Frontier
Explore the Civil War's impact on Western expansion, federal power, slavery, and race relations in America, examining key historical events and their lasting consequences.
Stories That Matter - Examining Society's Pressing Issues Through Film
Oscar-winning filmmaker John Ridley discusses his recent projects, including "American Crime" and "Guerrilla," exploring societal issues like race relations and immigration with actress Felicity Huffman.
Never Caught - The Washingtons' Relentless Pursuit of Their Runaway Slave, Ona Judge
Explore the untold story of Ona Judge, a slave who escaped from George Washington, and the complex dynamics of slavery in early America through this thought-provoking discussion.
Race and History: Overcoming Uncomfortable Truths in America
Explore how history can address uncomfortable truths about race in America, featuring insights from Bryan Stevenson on truth, reconciliation, and societal change.
Slavery at Universities - Historic Ties and Institutional Responsibility
Explore how Harvard and Georgetown address their historical ties to slavery in this thought-provoking discussion with university presidents and Ta-Nehisi Coates.
Toni Morrison's Beloved: Repression, Trauma, and Slavery - Part 4
Explore the psychological impact of slavery in Toni Morrison's "Beloved," focusing on trauma, repression, and the dehumanizing effects on characters.
Terrible Swift Sword: Confederate Ascendency and Ultimate Defeat - Class 14
Explore the pivotal moments of Confederate military success and eventual downfall during the Civil War, examining their lasting impact on American society and constitutional framework.
The Great Dismal Swamp: A Refuge for People and Underground Railroad Site - Naturally Speaking June 2024
Explore the Great Dismal Swamp's role as a refuge, Underground Railroad site, and spiritual sanctuary with Eric 'Mubita' Sheppard's insightful discussion.