What Up Doe?! This week, we’re diving deep into the untold stories of history with Toya Coleman, creator and host of the hit podcast “That Wasn’t in My Textbook.” Known for uncovering hidden narratives and challenging mainstream historical accounts, Toya is on a mission to make history engaging, accessible, and thought-provoking. In this episode, we discuss how understanding the past can empower the present and shape the future.
We're talking:
- The biggest historical myths we’ve been taught—and the truth behind them.
- How Latoya turns forgotten history into compelling storytelling.
- The role of history in shaping identity and culture today.
- The creative process behind “That Wasn’t in My Textbook.”
If you’re ready to uncover the stories that never made it into your school textbooks, this is the episode for you! Join us as Toya takes us on a journey through history like you’ve never heard before.
Show IG: https://www.instagram.com/blackfridayspodcast/
Guest IG: https://www.instagram.com/toyafromharlem/
Guest Website: https://www.toyafromharlem.com/
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/black-fridays/id1596422513
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0vMobyyYrvRySGy1MbUTrF?si=1ff56aa6689a472d