Welcome to "Educate 2 Free Us," the podcast where we dive deep into the lesser-known narratives of Black history. In this episode, titled "Hidden Voices: Uncovering the Untold Stories of the Civil Rights Era," we bring to light the powerful yet often overlooked stories of Claudette Colvin, Ella Baker, and the 1967 TSU Riots.

Join us as we explore the courageous act of Claudette Colvin, a young woman who, nine months before Rosa Parks, defiantly refused to give up her seat on a segregated bus in Montgomery, Alabama. Discover the reasons why her pivotal story isn't as widely recognized and the impact her actions had on the civil rights movement.

We then shift our focus to Ella Baker, a strategic mastermind behind the scenes. Learn about her instrumental role in forming the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) and her philosophy of participatory democracy that reshaped the civil rights movement's approach to leadership and grassroots activism.

Finally, we take you to Houston, Texas, to revisit the 1967 TSU Riots. This significant yet often overlooked event in Houston's civil rights history not only highlighted the racial tensions in the city but also influenced national conversations about race relations and police brutality.

"Hidden Voices" is more than just a podcast episode; it's a journey through the untold chapters of the civil rights era. It's an homage to the unsung heroes and events that shaped the course of history. Tune in to "Educate 2 Free Us" and join us in uncovering these hidden voices.