Reclaiming Our Narrative: The Black Experience 365 with Kevin Thomas
Release Date: 02/12/2026
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info_outlineThis week on the Proactive Women Podcast, hosts Joyce Palmer and Fran Marie serve up a powerful conversation with Kevin Thomas, founder and curator of Black Experience 365. Kevin is changing the landscape of education with his traveling museum, "Born to Make History," which features over 280 artifacts spanning from Ancient Egypt to the present day.
We dive deep into the importance of reframing Black history to focus on resilience, innovation, and royalty rather than just tragedy. Kevin shares his compelling perspective that "Slavery is white history; how we overcome is Black history," and explains why empowering youth with this knowledge is critical for their future.
Key Topics:
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Making history accessible: Bringing the museum to the community.
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The psychological impact of seeing yourself as a victor, not a victim.
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Why accurate history education is essential for all Americans.
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Travel recommendations for experiencing Black history firsthand.
Whether you're a history enthusiast, an educator, or looking for inspiration, this episode will change the way you view the past.
Links:
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Learn more about the museum: BlackX365.com
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Plan your financial future: JPFinancialGroupLLC.com
Empowering women to plan for a happy, successful retirement.