Black Genius: Tre Johnson and Mara Brock Akil

Join cultural critic Tre Johnson as he discusses his newest collection of essays, ​Black Genius, with television writer and producer Mara Brock Akil.​ Black Genius examines how Black American culture has been the lifeblood of American ingenuity. Drawing on his personal and professional experiences, Johnson surveys Black cities, communities, and schools to explore the nuances of Black mobility.

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