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The Forbidden Frequency“Warren H. Wheeler” episode release July 31st @ 8pmJuly 31st @ 8pm
Meet Warren H. Wheeler—the first Black man to own a commercial airline in the U.S. In this powerful trailer for The Forbidden Frequency, discover how one pilot broke barriers, built an airline from the ground up, and opened the skies for generations to come.
2025-07-2601 min
The Forbidden FrequencyPioneering Possibility: The Untold Story of Annie Turnbo MaloneLong before Madam C.J. Walker became a household name, Annie Turnbo Malone had already built an empire. In this compelling episode of The Forbidden Frequency, we uncover the powerful, inspiring, and often overlooked story of one of America’s first Black female millionaires. From orphaned beginnings in Illinois to founding the groundbreaking Poro College in St. Louis, Annie’s journey is a blueprint of innovation, resilience, and deep-rooted community care.
Join us as we explore how Malone revolutionized Black beauty, mentored a generation of entrepreneurs, and turned her wealth into transformative philanthropy—only to be largely writte...2025-07-2505 min
The Forbidden Frequency"Pioneering Possibility: The Untold Story of Annie Turnbo Malone" 📍 Join us as we tune into a legacy. The untold story of Annie Turnbow Malone. Available this Thursday, July 24th, 8PM wherever you listen to podcasts or @ theforbiddenfrequency.com.
2025-07-2001 min
The Forbidden Frequency"Madame St. Clair: Harlem’s Untouchable Queen"Step into the shadowed alleys and jazz-lit avenues of 1920s Harlem as The Forbidden Frequency unearths the electrifying true story of Stephanie St. Clair—immigrant, entrepreneur, rebel, and Queen of the Numbers. In this gripping episode, we follow her journey from Caribbean obscurity to ruling Harlem’s underground lottery empire with intellect, elegance, and unflinching defiance.
As mobsters closed in, police turned corrupt, and the world doubted her, St. Clair carved her legacy one risk at a time—arming her community with knowledge, waging war on Dutch Schultz, and building a kingdom where none had dared. No citati...2025-07-1706 min
The Forbidden FrequencyThe Quiet Architect of Play: The Gerald “Jerry” Lawson StoryBefore Nintendo, before PlayStation—before video games could even be swapped out—one man saw the future and built it, one circuit at a time. In this episode of The Forbidden Frequency, we uncover the extraordinary life of Gerald “Jerry” Lawson, the Black engineer who invented the video game cartridge and helped spark the multi-billion-dollar gaming industry we know today.
From a Queens basement filled with radios to leading innovation at Fairchild Semiconductor, Lawson’s journey is one of quiet genius, resilience, and a legacy long overdue for celebration. Discover how this overlooked pioneer rewrote the rules of tech—whi...2025-07-1007 min
The Forbidden Frequency“From Bondage to Badge: The Bass Reeves Journey”In this electrifying episode of The Forbidden Frequency, we ride through the untamed heart of the American frontier with Bass Reeves—a man born into slavery who rose to become one of the greatest lawmen in U.S. history. This epic pulls listeners deep into Reeves’ world: from his daring escape from bondage to his legendary 3,000+ arrests as a U.S. Deputy Marshal. This episode reclaims the legacy of a forgotten hero whose courage reshaped the law—and challenges us to reconsider who we honor in the American story.
This isn’t just history. It’s a reckoning. T...2025-07-0407 min
The Forbidden FrequencyEchoes of the Agojie — Warriors, Women, and the Woman King of DahomeyIn this powerful episode of The Forbidden Frequency, we journey deep into the heart of the Kingdom of Dahomey to uncover the real story of the Agojie—the legendary all-female warriors often dubbed the “Amazons of Africa.” Told in a seamless narrative by host Bradley, this immersive story explores their origins, discipline, political influence, and enduring legacy. We meet the woman leaders who defied European invaders, challenged the slave trade, and stood as generals, guardians, and symbols of power. From Queen Hangbe to the Woman King, this episode unpacks the contradictions, courage, and complexity of one of history’s most extraord...2025-06-3010 min
The Forbidden FrequencyHenrietta Lacks – The Immortal Woman Whose Cells Changed the WorldIn this powerful episode of The Forbidden Frequency, we uncover the extraordinary yet often overlooked story of Henrietta Lacks—the Black mother of five whose cancer cells, taken without her knowledge in 1951, became the foundation for some of the most important medical breakthroughs in history. From the polio vaccine to gene mapping, HeLa cells revolutionized science while her family lived in poverty and obscurity.
Host Bradley explores Henrietta's life, the global impact of her cells, and the decades-long fight for recognition and justice. This is more than a story about science—it’s a story about consent, race...2025-06-2904 min
The Forbidden Frequency“The Wereth Eleven”In this powerful episode of The Forbidden Frequency, we uncover the harrowing yet heroic story of the Wereth Eleven—eleven African American soldiers of the 333rd Field Artillery Battalion who fought bravely during World War II and made the ultimate sacrifice. After escaping the chaos of the German Ardennes Offensive, they sought refuge in a small Belgian village, only to be betrayed, captured, and brutally executed by Nazi SS troops.
For decades, their story was silenced—omitted from official U.S. war crime records and forgotten by history. Until now.
Join us as we retrace their...2025-06-2806 min
The Forbidden Frequency"The Forgotten Father of Dot-Com: Emmit McHenry"In this episode of The Forbidden Frequency, we uncover the powerful yet overlooked story of Emmit McHenry, the visionary who built the backbone of the modern internet. From Tulsa’s historic Greenwood District to the helm of a revolutionary tech firm, McHenry pioneered the system that made ".com" domains possible—forever changing how we connect online. But while his technology helped fuel a digital gold rush, McHenry was quietly cut out of the fortune it created.
Join us as we explore his journey through innovation, resilience, and quiet genius—and why his legacy demands recognition today. It’s a tale...2025-06-2505 min
The Forbidden Frequency"The Legend of Stagecoach Mary: The Untamed Spirit of the Old West"In this episode of The Forbidden Frequency, we ride into the untamed heart of the American Old West to uncover the legend of Mary Fields, better known as Stagecoach Mary—the first Black woman to carry mail for the U.S. Postal Service. Born into slavery and transformed by freedom, Mary defied every expectation: standing six feet tall, smoking cigars, packing heat, and never missing a delivery.
From Montana saloons to snowy mountain trails, Stagecoach Mary’s story is one of grit, loyalty, and unshakable courage. Discover how a former slave became a local hero, earning the respe...2025-06-2405 min
The Forbidden FrequencyThe Queen They Tried to Erase: The Story of Princess Sophie Charlotte"On this episode of The Forbidden Frequency, we uncover the remarkable and rarely told story of Princess Sophie Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, the woman believed to be the first Black Queen of England. Born on this day in 1744, Charlotte married King George III and quietly made history as a royal of African descent whose legacy was whitewashed by time.
We trace her lineage, her impact on British culture, her erasure from the mainstream royal narrative, and how her bloodline lives on in modern European royalty. Join us as we reclaim the story of a queen whose presence challenged t...2025-06-2303 min
The Forbidden Frequency"The Woman Who Patented Dignity: Mary Kenner's Hidden Legacy"In this episode of The Forbidden Frequency, we explore the powerful and overlooked legacy of Mary Beatrice Davidson Kenner, the Black woman inventor who revolutionized women’s health with the creation of the sanitary belt—the precursor to modern menstrual pads. Despite securing five patents, more than any other Black woman in U.S. history, Kenner faced blatant racism that barred her from commercial success and mainstream recognition.
From stopping squeaky doors as a child to designing tools that brought dignity and comfort to women, the disabled, and the elderly, Kenner’s story is one of resilience, ingenui...2025-06-2305 min
The Forbidden FrequencyBeyond Tulsa: Uncovering America's Forgotten Black Wall StreetsToday, we journey beyond the well-known tale of Tulsa's Greenwood District to explore the myriad of Black Wall Streets that once thrived across America—communities that showcased Black excellence, resilience, and entrepreneurship, yet remain largely absent from our classrooms and collective memory. #entrepreneurship #business #wealth #black-stories
2025-06-1807 min
The Forbidden FrequencyMansa Musa: Africa’s Golden EmperorIn this riveting episode of The Forbidden Frequency, we traverse the golden sands of 14th-century West Africa to uncover the extraordinary legacy of Mansa Musa—the Emperor of Mali whose wealth, wisdom, and world-shaking pilgrimage to Mecca stunned the globe.
Join us as we explore how Musa built an empire on gold, trade, and scholarship, transformed Timbuktu into a center of Islamic learning, and left behind a blueprint for power rooted in education, diplomacy, and cultural pride. This is more than a story of riches—it's a story of vision, sovereignty, and the enduring strength of Black lead...2025-06-1404 min
The Forbidden FrequencyFire on the Shore. Tunis Campbell vs. the KKK.In this powerful episode of The Forbidden Frequency, we dive into the revolutionary life of Tunis Campbell—a visionary leader who turned emancipation into a movement for Black self-governance. Born free in 1812, Campbell built schools, organized Black militias, and governed the Georgia Sea Islands with a radical commitment to land, law, and liberation. From training Union soldiers alongside Harriet Tubman to founding an all-Black town fortified against the KKK, Campbell’s legacy is a blueprint for Black freedom that white supremacists tried—and failed—to erase.
Tune in as we reconstruct the story of a man who didn’t ju...2025-06-1304 min
The Forbidden FrequencyRevolutionary Roots: The Untold Journey of Angela DavisIn this powerful episode of The Forbidden Frequency, we uncover the untold story of Angela Yvonne Davis—a woman whose name became a symbol of resistance, intellect, and unyielding courage. From her childhood on Birmingham’s “Dynamite Hill” to becoming a global icon of justice and abolition, Angela Davis has defied the odds and redefined what it means to be a revolutionary.
Journey through the defining moments that shaped her radical philosophy: from organizing interracial Girl Scout meetings in the Jim Crow South to studying under Herbert Marcuse, surviving political persecution, and standing at the forefront of the priso...2025-06-1305 min
The Forbidden Frequency“Nefertiti: Egypt’s Sun Queen Unveiled”In this episode of The Forbidden Frequency, we journey into the golden sands of ancient Egypt to uncover the life and legacy of Queen Nefertiti—one of history’s most mysterious and powerful women. Long overshadowed by her husband, Pharaoh Akhenaten, Nefertiti was no silent queen. She was a political force, a spiritual icon, and possibly even a pharaoh in her own right.
Host Cedric unpacks Nefertiti’s origins, her role in the revolutionary worship of the sun god Aten, her artistic legacy from the Amarna period, and her mysterious disappearance from history. Through vivid storytelling and histor...2025-06-1103 min
The Forbidden FrequencyThe Original Black Panthers: The 761st Tank BattalionIn this compelling episode of The Forbidden Frequency, we spotlight the untold legacy of the 761st Tank Battalion—America’s first Black armored combat unit in World War II, known as “The Original Black Panthers.” From their formation under Jim Crow segregation to their heroic battlefield contributions in Europe, these soldiers fought two wars: one against fascism overseas, and another against racism at home.
Host Cedric guides listeners through the battalion’s rigorous training, fierce engagements from France to Germany, and the powerful stories of courage and sacrifice—like that of Medal of Honor recipient Staff Sgt. Ruben Rivers...2025-06-1004 min
The Forbidden FrequencyBlack Natives: A Forgotten History”In this eye-opening episode of The Forbidden Frequency, we uncover the suppressed history of Black Indigenous peoples—communities of African and Native ancestry whose roots in North America reach back long before Columbus or slavery.
Host Cedric unpacks ancient migration theories, early African contact, and the emergence of powerful Black-Native alliances like the Black Seminoles. We explore how these communities resisted colonization, fought enslavement, and continue to reclaim their identity through modern legal battles and cultural revival.
If you’ve ever questioned the colonial version of history, this episode brings clarity, courage, and truth to the...2025-06-0904 min
The Forbidden FrequencySarah Rector: From Oil Fields to LegacyIn this episode of The Forbidden Frequency, we unearth the remarkable yet often overlooked story of Sarah Rector—a young Black girl born into poverty in early 20th-century Oklahoma, who became one of America’s wealthiest children after oil was discovered on her land.
Host Cedric takes you on a journey from the rocky allotments of Indian Territory to the courts of Kansas City, revealing how Sarah's life intersected with wealth, racism, and resistance. Learn how she navigated guardianship battles, national headlines, and her own rise from obscurity to prosperity—and how her legacy still resonates today.
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The Forbidden FrequencyQueen Amanirenas: The Untold Legacy of a WarriorIn this powerful episode of The Forbidden Frequency, we journey into the heart of ancient Africa to uncover the untold story of Queen Amanirenas of Kush—a one-eyed warrior queen who dared to defy the Roman Empire. For over three years, Amanirenas led her people in fierce resistance, not only battling one of history’s greatest powers but ultimately forcing Rome to retreat and sign a peace treaty on her terms.
Through vivid storytelling and rich historical context, we explore the life, courage, and legacy of a queen who deserves to stand among the giants of global histo...2025-06-0904 min
The Forbidden FrequencyElijah Muhammad and the UFO Files: A Government Cover-Up?Long before modern UFO sightings made headlines, Nation of Islam leader Elijah Muhammad was teaching about a massive, wheel-shaped craft known as the “Mother Plane.” In this investigative episode, host Davis explores the claims made in Message to the Blackman, the alleged government interest in Muhammad’s teachings, and the real reasons behind his arrest.
Was Elijah Muhammad targeted for his influence—or for what he claimed to know about advanced aerial technology? Join The Forbidden Frequency as we uncover how faith, UFOs, and federal scrutiny collided in one of the most overlooked chapters of American history.
2025-06-0704 min
The Forbidden FrequencyCharles Fort "Files of the Damned: The Fortean Chronicles"Long before “UFO” entered our vocabulary, Charles Fort was collecting tales of strange lights, Skyfall's, and the unexplained. In this episode, host Lawrence investigates whether Fort was a madman, a misunderstood genius, or something in between—and why his work still shapes the world of UFO lore today.
2025-06-0704 min
The Forbidden FrequencyThe Battle of Los Angeles: UFO Panic or Military Cover-Up?In the predawn hours of February 25, 1942, the skies over Los Angeles exploded in chaos. Air raid sirens screamed. Searchlights crisscrossed the darkness. And the U.S. military fired over 1,400 anti-aircraft shells at… something. No enemy planes were ever recovered. No damage was done—except to the truth.
In this gripping solo investigation, host Davis unpacks the mysterious “Battle of Los Angeles,” a wartime event cloaked in confusion, contradictions, and conspiracy. Was it a false alarm? A Japanese reconnaissance mission? Or the U.S. military’s first engagement with unidentified flying objects?
Through declassified documents, eyewitness accounts...2025-06-0604 min
The Forbidden Frequency"Beyond Tulsa: Uncovering America's Forgotten Black Wall Streets"Before Silicon Valley and the rise of Wall Street, Black communities across America built their own thriving economic centers—complete with banks, hospitals, schools, and newspapers. You've probably heard of Tulsa’s Greenwood District, but what if it wasn’t the only Black Wall Street?
In this powerful episode, host Davis unearths the hidden histories of places like Durham’s Hayti District, Richmond’s Jackson Ward, Atlanta’s Sweet Auburn, Chicago’s Bronzeville, and Boley, Oklahoma—communities where Black excellence wasn’t the exception, but the norm. Until it was systematically dismantled.
Through vivid storytelling and historical ins...2025-06-0106 min
The Forbidden FrequencyThe War That Ended Slavery – The Gullah Rebellion_editedThis presentation "The Gullah Wars" explores a powerful historical narrative arguing that:
The Gullah Wars (also called the Seminole Wars or the “100 Years War”) were a series of rebellions and battles from 1739 to 1858 involving Black African (Gullah/Geechee) and Native American allies.
The commonly accepted myths about slavery and emancipation overlook this extensive and organized resistance.
Key events such as the Stono Rebellion, Negro Fort, and the Battle of Suwannee are presented as military campaigns waged by Black warriors against U.S. forces.
The presentation claims the Emancipation Proclamation was a polit...2025-05-3105 min