Society & Culture

Join King Kurus, your Black History Buff, as we explore the revolutionary work of Linton Kwesi Johnson in our “31 Days of Black British History” series. Discover how this dub poet gave voice to the Black British experience. In this episode, we cover: Johnson’s journey from Jamaica to Britain and […]

King Kurus, your Black History Buff, presents the literary phenomenon Zadie Smith in our “31 Days of Black British History” series. Learn how this author has reshaped our understanding of contemporary British identity. This episode dives into: Smith’s meteoric rise with her debut novel “White Teeth” Her exploration of multiculturalism […]

Join King Kurus, your Black History Buff, as we dive into the world of Stormzy in our “31 Days of Black British History” series. Discover how this grime artist became a voice for a generation and a force for change. In this episode, we explore: Stormzy’s rise from the streets […]

King Kurus, your Black History Buff, brings you the inspiring story of Malorie Blackman in our “31 Days of Black British History” series. Learn how this groundbreaking author revolutionized young adult fiction in Britain. This episode covers: Blackman’s journey from aspiring writer to bestselling author The impact of her “Noughts […]

Join King Kurus, your Black History Buff, as we explore the pivotal Windrush Generation in our “31 Days of Black British History” series. Discover how these Caribbean immigrants shaped modern British society and culture. This episode delves into: The historical context of post-war migration to Britain The experiences of the […]

King Kurus, your Black History Buff, introduces you to the musical genius of Samuel Coleridge-Taylor in our “31 Days of Black British History” series. Learn how this mixed-race composer broke racial barriers in classical music. This episode explores: Coleridge-Taylor’s early life and musical education in Victorian England His rise to […]

Join King Kurus, your Black History Buff, as we honor the legacy of Walter Tull in our “31 Days of Black British History” series. Discover how this remarkable man broke racial barriers in both football and the military. In this episode, we cover: Tull’s early life and his rise in […]

King Kurus, your Black History Buff, presents the remarkable story of Claudia Jones in our “31 Days of Black British History” series. Learn how this Trinidad-born activist and journalist became a catalyst for change in British culture. This episode dives into: Jones’s early life and political activism in the United […]