Welcome
Welcome to Once Upon A Time In Black History
Learn about the many contributions of Black African Americans to the history of the United States
About Us
Exciting Podcasts about Notable African Americans in history past and present!
Learn about folks you know and didn't know! We have a great selection of Black History topics for your listening pleasure and education.
New episodes: Once Upon A Time In Black History
Frederick McKinley Jones
Frederick McKinley Jones
Frederick McKinley Jones
Frederick McKinley Jones was an American inventor, entrepreneur, engineer, winner of the National Medal of Technology, & an inductee of the National Inventors Hall of Fame. Jones invented mobile refrigeration technology, enabling the long-haul transportation of perishable goods.
Maggie Lena Walker
Frederick McKinley Jones
Frederick McKinley Jones
Maggie Lena Walker was the first African American woman to charter a bank in the U.S. Walker was an African-American businesswoman and teacher who became the first African American woman to serve as a bank president.
Henry "Box" Brown
Frederick McKinley Jones
Henry "Box" Brown
Henry "Box" Brown was the man who mailed himself to freedom during slavery after being enslaved at birth. Later in his life Henry became an abolitionist who later shared his story and testimony to inspire others in similar situations to seek freedom.
Juneteenth
Frederick McKinley Jones
Henry "Box" Brown
June 19th marks the day of emancipation, the day slavery ended and Black people were set free. This holiday became our very own Black Independence Day.
