s3 e10 — POCAHONTAS and C. DELORES TUCKER: But what did SHE say happened?
This week, Miriam covers the life of Pocahontas and her journey from Powhatan diplomat to Lady Rebecca Rolfe; and Lavetta covers the life of C. Delores Tucker and her journey from Civil Rights elder to the most hated figure in 1990s rap music.
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In this episode, Miriam begins with the introduction of the life and legacy of Pocahontas (Powhatan, 1596–1617), highlighting the conflicting narratives and the impact of colonization on her story, and the need to consider multiple perspectives and question the accuracy of historical accounts. Next, Lavetta introduces civil rights activist and politician C. Delores Tucker (American, 1927–2005), who fought for equality and women's rights and gained notoriety for her crusade against gangster rap music in the 1990s. The hosts discuss Tucker's role as the first black female secretary of state in Pennsylvania, her advocacy for reproductive freedom and voting rights, and her work to empower African Americans and women, and how, nevertheless, she is often remembered for her opposition to sexually explicit and violent lyrics in rap music, which resulted in backlash and criticism from the music industry. In truth, her activism highlighted the power of imagery and the need for a more nuanced conversation about the impact of music on society.
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