Black History
A collection of TED Talks (and more) on the topic of Black History.
Talks about Black History
Exclusive articles about Black History
These 5 Black women made history — and here’s why you should know their stories
Let this inspiring group -- which includes an explorer, a mother, a politician and two other remarkable individuals -- expand your knowledge of American history.
Posted Feb 2021
A chef reclaims his Southern culinary history
Researching, celebrating and supporting African American food culture is Michael Twitty’s way to honor and heal his country’s racial past.
Posted Mar 2017
Can a black man talk about white culture? An open letter to critics
African American writer Rich Benjamin spent two years living in -- and writing about -- America's whitest neighborhoods. The response to his book (and TED Talk) was honest, raw -- and sometimes misunderstood his purpose. Here, he responds to the response.
Posted Aug 2015