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All Of ItJuneteenth Weekend: Shirley Chisholm's Life and Trailblazing Career[REBROADCAST from March 2023] For our Full Bio selection in March 2023, in honor of Women's History Month, we learned about political trailblazer, New York congresswoman and presidential candidate Shirley Chisholm with Anastasia C. Curwood, author of the new biography Shirley Chisholm: Champion of Black Feminist Power Politics.
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Infinite WomenDr Barbara Winslow on Shirley Chisholm and Kamala HarrisDr Barbara Winslow, professor emerita in women and gender studies at Brooklyn College and founder and director emerita of the Shirley Chisholm Project on Brooklyn Women’s Activism, joins us to discuss the parallels between the presidential campaigns of Shirley Chisholm and Kamala Harris. Read more about Barbara's books: Shirley Chisholm: Catalyst for Change https://www.routledge.com/Shirley-Chisholm-Catalyst-for-Change/Winslow/p/book/9780813347691Revolutionary Feminists: The Women’s Liberation Movement in Seattle https://www.dukeupress.edu/revolutionary-feministsRead the transcript: https://www.infinite-women.com/wp-content/uploads/Barbara-Winslow-on-Shirley-Chisholm-and-Kamala-Harris-transcript.pdf2025-06-0233 min
Explore: This Ground-Breaking Full Audiobook For Curious Minds.It's Her Story Shirley Chisholm by Patrice Aggs, Markia JenaiPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/103026to listen full audiobooks.
Title: It's Her Story Shirley Chisholm
Series: It's Her Story, Book 5
Author: Patrice Aggs, Markia Jenai
Narrator: Angela Juarez
Format: mp3
Length: 16 mins
Release date: 05-28-25
Ratings: Not rated yet
Genres: Cultural Heritage
Publisher's Summary:
Shirley Chisholm was the first Black woman elected to the United States Congress, where she served for seven terms. She worked to improve the lives of children in need and was an outspoken champion of women's rights. In 1972, she was the first Black person ever to seek the nomination of President of the United...2025-05-2816 min
The Unhidden MinuteShirley ChisholmShirley Chisholm was a groundbreaking American politician, educator, and author. Born on November 30, 1924, in Brooklyn, New York, she became the first Black American woman elected to the United States Congress in 1968, representing New York's 12th congressional district for seven terms until 1983. Chisholm was a fierce advocate for racial and gender equality, education, and social justice. In 1972, she made history again by becoming the first Black woman to seek a major party's nomination for President of the United States, running under the slogan "Unbought and Unbossed." Despite facing significant opposition and discrimination, she built...2025-03-2701 min
Dorktales StorytimeShirley Chisholm, Hidden Hero of HistorySend us a textA story of drive and determination! Shirley Chisholm, known as being a person for the people, was the first Black woman elected to the U.S. Congress. From her childhood in Brooklyn and Barbados to standing up for fairness, education and equal rights, Shirley never backed down from a challenge. She boldly ran for President to continue her quest to make life better for everyone in America. Through hard work, trailblazing ideas and a voice that couldn’t be ignored, Shirley Chisholm changed people’s lives and proved that there will always be some...2025-03-0619 min
Biopic: A Podcast StoryEpisode 44: Shirley, Starring Regina King as Shirley Chisholm!We buckle up for the inspiring but also totally depressing story of Shirley Chisolm, the fearless Brooklynite who became the first major-party female candidate for President. Shirley is inspiring because she has class, style, incredible smarts, and is a preternaturally gifted politician. Shirley totally bummed us out because [gestures around at the trash-fire trainwreck that is 2025, and Americans’ racism and misogyny and how they got us to said trash-fire trainwreck]. Outside of the lamentable place in time in which we exist, we are nevertheless inspired by Shirley Chisholm, the trails she blazed, and the spaces she made at the ta...2025-02-251h 05
Right Answers MostlyShirley ChisholmThis week we're chatting about the groundbreaking life and legacy of Shirley Chisholm—the first Black woman elected to Congress and the first woman to seek the Democratic nomination for President of the United States. From her early days in Brooklyn as a day care teacher to her fearless fight for racial and gender equality, Shirley's career was defined by her unapologetic advocacy and refusal to play by the rules of the political establishment, and you know we love a woman who doesn't play by the rules at RAM. Shirley changed the game—whether America was ready for her or n...2025-02-171h 14
Think ProgressivelyEp. 142 - Shirley Chisholm: The First Black Woman to Run for President of the United StatesSend us a textOn this episode, we talk about the life and historic career of Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman in Congress and to run for President of the United States. If you like our podcast, make sure to leave a 5-star review! Useful links from the episode:Chisholm ‘72: Unbought and UnbossedNPR: Tavis Smiley Talks with Shirley ChisholmFloor Speech: It is Time to Reassess Our National PrioritiesShirley Chisholm, Speech on the floor of the House of Representatives, “I Am for the Equal Rights Amendment” (1970)19...2025-02-1141 min
Larry Wilmore: Black on the AirJuanita Tolliver on ‘A More Perfect Party: The Night Shirley Chisholm and Diahann Carroll Reshaped Politics’Larry is joined by journalist and MSNBC political analyst Juanita Tolliver to discuss her new book, ‘A More Perfect Party: The Night Shirley Chisholm and Diahann Carroll Reshaped Politics’. They begin their conversation by talking about what inspired Tolliver to write about the legendary political fundraiser and shining a light on the many influential luminaries that were in attendance, including Huey Newton, Flip Wilson, and Berry Gordy. After the break, Larry and Juanita talk about the converging ideologies that aligned themselves with Chisholm’s groundbreaking campaign and draw comparisons between her and Kamala Harris’s recent bid for the presiden...2025-01-2659 min
Explore The Most Soul-Stirring Full Audiobook Today!Who Was Shirley Chisholm? by Crystal HubbardPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/767060to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Who Was Shirley Chisholm?
Author: Crystal Hubbard
Narrator: LaNecia Edmonds
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 1 hour 6 minutes
Release date: December 24, 2024
Genres: Non-fiction
Publisher's Summary:
Read all about about the first Black woman to be elected to Congress in this empowering addition to the Who Was? series. Shirley Chisholm showed interest in politics early on, majoring in sociology at Brooklyn College in New York City. During this time she was awarded for her debate skills, became a champion for inclusion in the Harriet Tubman society, and graduated cum laude. She dedicated...2024-12-241h 06Access the Best Full Audiobooks in Kids, Non-fictionWho Was Shirley Chisholm? by Crystal HubbardPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/767060to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Who Was Shirley Chisholm?
Author: Crystal Hubbard
Narrator: LaNecia Edmonds
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 1 hour 6 minutes
Release date: December 24, 2024
Genres: Non-fiction
Publisher's Summary:
Read all about about the first Black woman to be elected to Congress in this empowering addition to the Who Was? series. Shirley Chisholm showed interest in politics early on, majoring in sociology at Brooklyn College in New York City. During this time she was awarded for her debate skills, became a champion for inclusion in the Harriet Tubman society, and graduated cum laude. She dedicated...2024-12-241h 06
Here and Now with Sandra BookmanCo-curator of NYC exhibit on Shirley Chisholm's life, legacy talks inspirationComing up on Here and Now, we catch up with one of the people behind an exhibition honoring the life and legacy of Shirley Chisholm.This year marks the centennial of Chisholm's birth. She was the first African American woman elected to Congress, and the first woman to run for president on a major ticket."Changing the Face of Democracy: Shirley Chisholm at 100" is currently on display at the Museum of the City of New York and explores Chisholm's lasting impact on American politics....2024-12-0855 min
In Black AmericaA Tribute to Shirley Chisholm (Ep. 52, 2024)
This week on In Black America, producer and host John L. Hanson, Jr. presents an interview recorded in 1982 with the late Shirley A. Chisholm, the former Congresswoman from New York’s 12th Congressional District, the first African America woman elected to Congress, and the first major-party African American candidate for President of the United States.
The full transcript of this episode of In Black America is available on the KUT & KUTX Studio website. The transcript is also available as subtitles or captions on some podcast apps.The post A Tribute to Shirley Chisholm (Ep. 52, 2024) appeared fi...2024-11-2429 min
Legacy Makers: Stories of Black Inventors and Icons Podcast12: Unbought and Unbossed: The Epic Journey of Shirley ChisholmDate: October 23, 2024 Legacy Makers: Stories of Black Inventors and Icons Title and Show Info Episode #12: "Unbought and Unbossed: The Epic Journey of Shirley Chisholm" Featuring: Toni Davis (Host & Storyteller). Summary In this episode of Unbought and Unbossed: The Epic Journey of Shirley Chisholm, we take you on a thrilling ride through the life of the first African American woman to be elected to the U.S. Congress. Born to immigrant parents in Brooklyn, raised amidst the sun-soaked sugarcane fields of Barbados, Shirley's story is one of grit...2024-10-2325 min
KPFA - Letters and PoliticsShirley Chisholm, A Revolutionary ThinkerGuest: Zinga A. Fraser is Assistant Professor of Africana Studies and Women’s and Gender Studies at Brooklyn College and Director of the Shirley Chisholm Project on Brooklyn Women’s Activism. She is the author of Shirley Chisholm in Her Own Words: Speeches and Writings.
The post Shirley Chisholm, A Revolutionary Thinker appeared first on KPFA.
2024-10-2125 min
BitchStory - Stories of badass women that history "forgot"BONUS EPISODE 78 - Shirley Chisholm the FIRST African American woman to run for POTUS!Welcome to (one of) our first Bonus episode of Bitchstory! We thought it was important as this historic and very important Presidential election approaches to pay homage to a woman who was, as the kids say, a real one. I'm talking about Shirley Chisholm.
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Tune In To The Full Audiobook That Keeps Thriller Fans Hooked.Shirley Chisholm in Her Own Words: Speeches and Writings by Zinga A. FraserPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/801013to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Shirley Chisholm in Her Own Words: Speeches and Writings
Author: Zinga A. Fraser
Narrator: Karen Chilton
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 9 hours 34 minutes
Release date: October 8, 2024
Genres: Law & Politics
Publisher's Summary:
LOOKING BEYOND HER POLITICAL SYMBOLISM TO CELEBRATE NOT ONLY WHO SHIRLEY CHISHOLM WAS BUT WHO SHE IS—A REVOLUTIONARY THINKER WITH MUCH TO TEACH US TODAYIn the midst of her groundbreaking twenty-year career in the U.S. House of Representatives, Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm once declared, “Everyone—with the exception of the black woman herself—has been interpreting the black woman.”...2024-10-089h 34Don’t Miss A Sensational Full Audiobook On Your Commute.Shirley Chisholm in Her Own Words: Speeches and Writings by Zinga A. FraserPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/801013to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Shirley Chisholm in Her Own Words: Speeches and Writings
Author: Zinga A. Fraser
Narrator: Karen Chilton
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 9 hours 34 minutes
Release date: October 8, 2024
Genres: Current Affairs, Law, & Politics
Publisher's Summary:
LOOKING BEYOND HER POLITICAL SYMBOLISM TO CELEBRATE NOT ONLY WHO SHIRLEY CHISHOLM WAS BUT WHO SHE IS—A REVOLUTIONARY THINKER WITH MUCH TO TEACH US TODAYIn the midst of her groundbreaking twenty-year career in the U.S. House of Representatives, Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm once declared, “Everyone—with the exception of the black woman herself—has been interpreting the blac...2024-10-089h 34
Explore the Latest Free Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, Law & PoliticsShirley Chisholm in Her Own Words: Speeches and Writings by Zinga A. FraserPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/801013 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Shirley Chisholm in Her Own Words: Speeches and Writings Author: Zinga A. Fraser Narrator: Karen Chilton Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 9 hours 34 minutes Release date: October 8, 2024 Genres: Law & Politics Publisher's Summary: LOOKING BEYOND HER POLITICAL SYMBOLISM TO CELEBRATE NOT ONLY WHO SHIRLEY CHISHOLM WAS BUT WHO SHE IS—A REVOLUTIONARY THINKER WITH MUCH TO TEACH US TODAYIn the midst of her groundbreaking twenty-year career in the U.S. House of Representatives, Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm once declared, “Everyone—with the exception of the black woman herself—has been interpreting the black wo...2024-10-0805 minExplore the Latest Full Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, Law & PoliticsShirley Chisholm in Her Own Words: Speeches and Writings by Zinga A. FraserPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/801013to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Shirley Chisholm in Her Own Words: Speeches and Writings
Author: Zinga A. Fraser
Narrator: Karen Chilton
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 9 hours 34 minutes
Release date: October 8, 2024
Genres: Law & Politics
Publisher's Summary:
LOOKING BEYOND HER POLITICAL SYMBOLISM TO CELEBRATE NOT ONLY WHO SHIRLEY CHISHOLM WAS BUT WHO SHE IS—A REVOLUTIONARY THINKER WITH MUCH TO TEACH US TODAYIn the midst of her groundbreaking twenty-year career in the U.S. House of Representatives, Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm once declared, “Everyone—with the exception of the black woman herself—has been interpreting the black woman.”...2024-10-089h 34
Journey Through The Most Next-Level Full Audiobook Today!Shirley Chisholm in Her Own Words by Zinga A. FraserPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/25967to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Shirley Chisholm in Her Own Words
Author: Zinga A. Fraser
Narrator: Karen Chilton
Format: mp3
Length: 9 hrs and 34 mins
Release date: 10-08-24
Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 1 rating
Genres: Americas
Publisher's Summary:
In the midst of her groundbreaking twenty-year career in the U.S. House of Representatives, Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm once declared, “Everyone—with the exception of the black woman herself—has been interpreting the black woman.” Edited and introduced by Zinga A. Fraser, Shirley Chisholm in Her Own Words gives listeners a rare opportunity to engage with the congress...2024-10-089h 34
Listen to New Audiobooks in Non-Fiction, Current Affairs, Law, & PoliticsShirley Chisholm in Her Own Words: Speeches and Writings by Zinga A. FraserPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/801013 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Shirley Chisholm in Her Own Words: Speeches and Writings Author: Zinga A. Fraser Narrator: Karen Chilton Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 9 hours 34 minutes Release date: October 8, 2024 Genres: Current Affairs, Law, & Politics Publisher's Summary: LOOKING BEYOND HER POLITICAL SYMBOLISM TO CELEBRATE NOT ONLY WHO SHIRLEY CHISHOLM WAS BUT WHO SHE IS—A REVOLUTIONARY THINKER WITH MUCH TO TEACH US TODAYIn the midst of her groundbreaking twenty-year career in the U.S. House of Representatives, Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm once declared, “Everyone—with the exception of the black woman herself—has been interpre...2024-10-0805 min
Let Your Ears Discover the Magic of Full AudiobookShirley Chisholm in Her Own Words: Speeches and Writings Audiobook by Zinga A. FraserListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 801013
Title: Shirley Chisholm in Her Own Words: Speeches and Writings
Author: Zinga A. Fraser
Narrator: Karen Chilton
Format: Unabridged
Length: 09:30:00
Language: English
Release date: 10-08-24
Publisher: Recorded Books
Genres: Biography & Memoir, Law & Politics, General
Summary:
'A timely, detailed, and inspiring book that helps maintain the intellectual legacy of Shirley Chisholm. The
book reveals new dimensions of the congresswoman's politics, activism, and spirit.'Regina King, Academy
Awardwinning actor and star of Shirley
Looking beyond her political symbolism to celebrate not only who Shirley Chisholm was but who she...2024-10-089h 30
Historical Drama with The Boston SistersPreview Ep. 59 A Monumental Time for "SHIRLEY" [Chisholm]Coming up on Historical Drama with The Boston Sisters we’re talking about the first Black Congresswoman and poltiical icon Shirley Chisholm and the Netflix biopic SHIRLEY featuring Oscar-winning actress Regina King as Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm. Our special guest is Dr. Zinga A. Fraser, Director of the Shirley Chisholm Project on Brooklyn Women’s Activism and the historical consultant for the film SHIRLEY.
Dr. Fraser's recent book Shirley Chisholm: In her Own Words a Collection of Speeches and Writings published this fall by the University of California Press is can be purchased from our podc...2024-10-0301 min
Call It Like I See ItStreaming Between the Lines - “Shirley” Captures the “Unbought and Unbossed” Energy of Shirley ChisholmJames Keys and Tunde Ogunlana discuss the 2024 movie “Shirley,” directed by John Ridley and currently airing on Netflix, which tells the story of Shirley Chisholm, the first black woman elected to Congress, and her trailblazing run in the 1972 democratic presidential primary.
Shirley (Netflix)
Regina King Inspires as Presidential Candidate Shirley Chisholm in a New Biopic (Tudum by Netflix)2024-09-2538 min
Dead Ladies Show PodcastShirley ChisholmIn this episode, we’re live at PodFest Berlin! DLS co-founders Katy Derbyshire and Florian Duijsens do the introducing, while DLSP Producer Susan Stone tells us about the amazing life of Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman elected to the United States Congress (in 1968). Four years later, Shirley was the first Black person and the first woman to run for the Democratic Party’s presidential nomination. She was known for her hard work on behalf of equal rights, introducing legislation that helped women and children, workers and the poor. Additionally, she was called one of the “best dresse...2024-09-1929 min
The Dead Ladies ShowPodcast #75: Shirley Chisholm
In this episode, we’re live at PodFest Berlin! DLS co-founders Katy Derbyshire and Florian Duijsens do the introducing, while DLSP Producer Susan Stone tells us about the amazing life of Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman elected to the United States Congress (in 1968). Four years later, Shirley was the first Black person and the first woman to run for the Democratic Party’s presidential nomination. She was known for her hard work on behalf of equal rights, introducing legislation that helped women and children, workers and the poor. Additionally, she was called the “best dressed woman on Capitol Hill”...2024-09-1929 min
Strive & UniteBreaking Barriers – The Legacy of Shirley ChisholmIn this episode of "You're Not Alone", Joshua Watkins delves into the life and legacy of Shirley Chisholm, the first African American woman elected to Congress and the first black woman to run for a Presidential nomination in a major political party. The episode chronicles her early life, her commitment to advocacy and education that set the foundation for her political career and her groundbreaking tenure in Congress where she introduced over 50 pieces of legislation aimed at tackling inequality and poverty. Joshua also discusses her courageous, albeit unsuccessful 1972 presidential run that secured 152 delegate votes. Finally, the episode chronicles Chisholm's...2024-08-0403 minHere and Now with Sandra BookmanNew exhibit explores life and legacy of Shirley Chisholm on her centennialWe begin by looking at the very first major exhibit on the life and legacy of Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm, “Changing the Face of Democracy: Shirley Chisholm at 100.” The exhibit opened on June 21 at the Museum of the City of New York.***Then, Sandra Bookman sits down with Sean Decatur, the first Black president of the American Museum of Natural History to discuss the recent removal of human remains largely belonging to Indigenous Americans and African Americans.***After that, Nathaniel Fields, CEO of the Urban Resource Institute and administrator of New York City...2024-07-0753 min
Feel This Heart-Pounding Full Audiobook — Perfect In The Car.A Seat at the Table: The Life and Times of Shirley Chisholm by F. Erik Brooks, Drs. Glenn L. StarksPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/755903to listen full audiobooks.
Title: A Seat at the Table: The Life and Times of Shirley Chisholm
Author: F. Erik Brooks, Drs. Glenn L. Starks
Narrator: Kim Staunton
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 25 minutes
Release date: May 14, 2024
Genres: Law & Politics
Publisher's Summary:
Shirley Anita St. Hill Chisolm rose from being the child of immigrants to running for the highest office in the land. She was both the first African American woman elected to the US Congress and the first African American woman of a major political party to make a serious run for president...2024-05-1410h 25
Explore the Latest Free Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, Law & PoliticsA Seat at the Table: The Life and Times of Shirley Chisholm by F. Erik Brooks, Drs. Glenn L. StarksPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/755903 to listen full audiobooks. Title: A Seat at the Table: The Life and Times of Shirley Chisholm Author: F. Erik Brooks, Drs. Glenn L. Starks Narrator: Kim Staunton Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 10 hours 25 minutes Release date: May 14, 2024 Genres: Law & Politics Publisher's Summary: Shirley Anita St. Hill Chisolm rose from being the child of immigrants to running for the highest office in the land. She was both the first African American woman elected to the US Congress and the first African American woman of a major political party to make a serious run for...2024-05-1405 minExplore the Latest Full Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, Law & PoliticsA Seat at the Table: The Life and Times of Shirley Chisholm by F. Erik Brooks, Drs. Glenn L. StarksPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/755903to listen full audiobooks.
Title: A Seat at the Table: The Life and Times of Shirley Chisholm
Author: F. Erik Brooks, Drs. Glenn L. Starks
Narrator: Kim Staunton
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 25 minutes
Release date: May 14, 2024
Genres: Law & Politics
Publisher's Summary:
Shirley Anita St. Hill Chisolm rose from being the child of immigrants to running for the highest office in the land. She was both the first African American woman elected to the US Congress and the first African American woman of a major political party to make a serious run for president...2024-05-1410h 25
#RolandMartinUnfilteredHaiti's Humanitarian Crisis Worsens, Working with Shirley Chisholm, The Anti-DEI Crusade3.22.2024 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Haiti's Humanitarian Crisis Worsens, Working with Shirley Chisholm, The Anti-DEI Crusade
The situation in Haiti is worsening as gangs continue to wreak havoc on the innocent and the country's transitional government struggles to take shape. Retired Army Lieutenant General Russel Honoré is here to explain what needs to be done to get Haiti back on track.
Netflix's biopic Shirley premiered today. Tonight, I'll talk to Robert Gottlieb, a man who worked on Shirley Chisholm's presidential campaign, about what it was like to work for the first black woman to run for president and ho...2024-04-132h 17
Pondering NerdcastShirley Chisholm's Legacy and Ghostbusters ComebackGet the latest scoop on Regina King's portrayal of Shirley Chisholm, the success of Ghostbusters Frozen Empire at the box office, Drake Bell's revelations about kids' TV, the thrilling Penguin series trailer, and the return of Beetlejuice with Michael Keaton!Show NotesUnbossed! Regina King & John Ridley Honor Shirley Chisholm’s Life & Legacy, Talk Netflix Movie On ElectionLine Podcast - https://bit.ly/4ajm1BN‘Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire’ Propels Franchise Past $1B As Sequel Opens To $45M+ – Sunday AM Update - https://bit.ly/3TGYx2n2024-04-0304 min
Vocalo Radio'Shirley': New Biopic Shines A “Well Overdue” Spotlight On Shirley ChisholmIn 1968, Shirley Chisholm became the first Black woman elected to Congress in the United States. Four years later, she made history again as the first woman and African American to seek the presidential nomination from one of the two major political parties. Her life and legacy are honored on the screen for the first time in John Ridley’s 2024 biographical drama film: ‘Shirley.’ The film stars Regina King in the titular role and features Lance Reddick, Terrence Howard, Lucas Hedges, Christina Jackson and more. Film critic Reggie “The Reel Critic” Ponder said a biographical feature about Chisholm is “well overdue.” Hear more of h...2024-04-0201 minThe Reel Critic'Shirley': New Biopic Shines A “Well Overdue” Spotlight On Shirley ChisholmIn 1968, Shirley Chisholm became the first Black woman elected to Congress in the United States. Four years later, she made history again as the first woman and African American to seek the presidential nomination from one of the two major political parties. Her life and legacy are honored on the screen for the first time in John Ridley’s 2024 biographical drama film: ‘Shirley.’ The film stars Regina King in the titular role and features Lance Reddick, Terrence Howard, Lucas Hedges, Christina Jackson and more. Film critic Reggie “The Reel Critic” Ponder said a biographical feature about Chisholm is “well overdue.” Hear more of h...2024-04-0201 min
Hunter-Gatherers Podcast of Hunter S. Thompson StoriesFrom Shirley Chisholm To Cornel West, Fear And Loathing '72 To '24 And The Black Vote FinalFrom Shirley Chisholm to Cornel West, Curtis and Christopher return to the "sacred text" of Fear and Loathing '72 and see that the 2024 election seems to be having a similar impact on the Black Vote – in reverse. Could West challenging Biden as an Independent have the opposite impact of Chisholm running as Democrat for President? George McGovern's great gift to the Democratic Party was solidifying the Black vote in future elections. Could a similar set of circumstances as '72 be unraveling that partisan achievement?2024-04-0232 min
It's Been a MinuteHarvard's TikTok strategy; plus, Shirley Chisholm, the coalition divaTikTok has come under fire for its addictive algorithm and for being a place where misinformation spreads. But still, there is one institution that thinks TikTok actually has the potential to be a source of good in our world: Harvard. To be more specific, it's the Harvard Chan Center for Health Communication.To hear more about how the center is working with TikTok influencers to share researched information with the public, host Brittany Luse is joined by Kate Speer. Kate started as a mental health TikToker, but was recently hired as a marketing director for the Harvard Chan...2024-03-2938 min
The Parting Shot with H. Alan ScottRegina King Is Here to Make Sure You Know About Shirley ChisholmBringing the life story of activist Shirley Chisholm to screen wasn’t an easy task for Regina King. “This has been a labor of love. My sister [Reina] and I have been at this for close to 15 years now.” Netflix’s Shirley (March 22) focuses on Chisholm’s long shot 1972 presidential campaign after she became the first Black woman elected to Congress. At times isolated from movements she had advocated for, like the women’s rights movement—which “was very disappointing and heartbreaking for her”—King’s Chisholm shows the woman behind the trailblazer. “She is a daughter, she is a wife, she is those thi...2024-03-1529 min
Winning SeasonUnbought & Unbossed: Celebrating Shirley Chisholm's Trailblazing LegacyIn this episode, Jacqueline Twillie reflects on the remarkable career of Shirley Chisholm, who was the first black woman to be elected to the US Congress and also the first black woman to run for the Democratic nomination for president. Chisholm played a significant role in breaking down barriers and advocating for civil rights, women's rights, and the needs of marginalized communities. She encouraged others to bring their own chair to the table and be a voice for the voiceless. Chisholm rejected stereotypes and taught the power of self-perception. Her legacy continues to inspire advocacy, courage, and change.
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The Homance ChroniclesEpisode 276: Hoes of History: Shirley ChisholmShirley Chisholm, the first African American woman to be elected to the U.S. Congress and earned the nickname “Fighting Shirley.” From her humble beginnings in Brooklyn, New York, to her historic achievements as the first African American woman elected to the United States Congress, Shirley Chisholm's journey is one of resilience, courage, and unwavering commitment to justice. We get into her groundbreaking presidential campaign in 1972, where she shattered barriers as the first African American major-party candidate and the first woman to seek the Democratic Party's nomination for president. Throughout her career, Shirley Chish...2024-02-2351 min
Speak the Truth with TroySpeak the Truth with Troy "For Black History Month I'm Highlighting Shirley Chisholm"
For Black History Month, I'm highlighting Shirley Chisholm. She was a trailblazing figure in American politics and an influential leader in the fight for civil rights and gender equality. In 1968, Chisholm became the first African American woman elected to the United States Congress, representing New York's 12th congressional district. In 1972, she made history again by becoming the first African American candidate for a major party's nomination for President of the United States and the first woman to run for the Democratic Party's presidential nomination.Shirley Chisholm was known for her passionate advocacy for the rights of marginalized communities...2024-02-1601 min
Chisholm ChatsChisholm Chat Episode 1: Royale on Abolitionists (PILOT)In this first episode of Chisholm Chat, Royale shares what she learned about three of the most important abolitionists in the fight against slavery: Harriet Tubman, Frederick Douglass, and Harriet Beecher Stowe 2024-02-1013 min
Echoes of Awareness by SonarcloudShirley Chisholm: Unbought and Unbossed - A Legacy of LeadershipIn this episode of "Echoes of Awareness," we celebrate the groundbreaking journey of Shirley Chisholm, the first African American woman elected to the United States Congress and the first woman and African American to seek the nomination for president from one of the two major political parties. Delve into the story of a trailblazer who shattered racial and gender barriers with her 1972 presidential campaign and dedicated her life to fighting for justice, education, and the rights of the marginalized. Chisholm's unwavering commitment to equality and her mantra of being "Unbought and Unbossed" left an indelible mark on American politics...2024-02-0801 min
Killer Means AwesomeKiller Biographies: Shirley ChisholmGet out of the way, it’s Fighting Shirley Chisholm coming through! Chisholm was ‘unbought and unbossed’ — from childhood poverty and time split between Barbados and Brooklyn to a pioneering career in U.S. politics and a historic run for President in 1972 … this is the story of the first black woman elected to Congress. Killer Biographies is now season two of the Killer Means Awesome podcast. Check out season one to hear amazing true tales of recently discovered shipwrecks. Season three features stories behind famous invention2023-09-2959 minKiller Means AwesomeKiller Biographies: Shirley ChisholmGet out of the way, it’s Fighting Shirley Chisholm coming through! Chisholm was ‘unbought and unbossed’ — from childhood poverty and time split between Barbados and Brooklyn to a pioneering career in U.S. politics and a historic run for President in 1972 … this is the story of the first black woman elected to Congress. Killer Biographies is now season two of the Killer Means Awesome podcast. Check out season one to hear amazing true tales of recently discovered shipwrecks. Season three features stories behind famous invention2023-09-2959 min
Queens PodcastShirley ChisholmShirley Anita Chisholm was an American politician who, in 1968, became the first Black woman to be elected to the United States Congress. Today, we delve into Shirley Chisholm's life, accomplishments, and struggles in politics, from her upbringing in Barbados and Brooklyn to DC and a congressional seat.Guess what. Being a woman in politics wasn't easy. And Shirley didn't pretend that she wasn't working with a "double handicap" as a Black woman. But hard headed Shirley never let the bastards get her down and worked her way to a spot of great respect and into making actual...2023-07-1244 min
Booked Up with Jen TaubAnastasia Curwood on her new biography of Shirley ChisholmThis week, Jen’s guest on Booked Up is Anastasia Curwood. They discuss her insightful new biography Shirley Chisholm: Champion of Black Feminist Power Politics. As you likely know, in 1968, Shirley Chisholm became the first Black woman elected to Congress and in 1972, the first Black major party presidential candidate.
Anastasia Curwood is a beloved and brilliant professor at University of Kentucky and Interim Chair of the History Department. She also serves as director of the Commonwealth Institute for Black Studies at UK. Her scholarship focuses on the interface between private life and historical context for black Americans in the...2023-05-071h 16
Hopeton Hay PodcastsShirley Chisholm: The First Black Woman Elected to CongressDiverse Voices Book Review host Hopeton Hay interviewed Anastasia Curwood, author of SHIRLEY CHISHOLM: Champion of Black Feminist Power Politics."Shaking up New York and national politics by becoming the first African American congresswoman and, later, the first Black major-party presidential candidate, Shirley Chisholm left an indelible mark as an "unbought and unbossed" firebrand and a leader in politics for meaningful change," from the publisher's web site, University of North Carolina Press.Diverse Voices Book Review Social Media:Facebook - @diversevoicesbookreviewInstagram - @diverse_voices_book_reviewTwitter - @diversebookshay2023-03-1942 min
The Red DoveEp.118: Shirley ChisholmFeatured in Apple Podcasts 2023 Women's History Month Collection!
Shirley Chisholm was America's FIRST Black woman congressperson! Shirley brought Black feminist politics to the national government, focusing on legislation that helped poor Black women (and as a result all poor people) including universal free childcare, housing, the minimum wage and more. Our story focuses on Shirley's run for the Democrat party's presidential nomination in 1972. We run into old friends, like Elaine Brown and the California Black Panther Party, and meet new friends like Barbara Lee and Sandra Gaines....Listen, learn then activate!
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Big Reputations38. Shirley ChisholmIn this episode we discuss the first African American woman in the US Congress and the first African American woman to seek the nomination for president of the United States from one of the two major political parties. We consider the role that the media and other politicians played in her bid for candidacy and then we talk about the huge uphill battle that was Chisholm's political career (spoiler alert the hill includes racism and sexism). Finally we share some of Shirley’s achievements and lasting wins that still benefits us to this day.
Trigger warnings: Death thr...2023-02-221h 11Big Reputations38. Shirley ChisholmIn this episode we discuss the first African American woman in the US Congress and the first African American woman to seek the nomination for president of the United States from one of the two major political parties. We consider the role that the media and other politicians played in her bid for candidacy and then we talk about the huge uphill battle that was Chisholm's political career (spoiler alert the hill includes racism and sexism). Finally we share some of Shirley’s achievements and lasting wins that still benefits us to this day.
Trigger warnings: Death thr...2023-02-221h 11
Can We Conversate?Shirley ChisholmAs we continue our Black History Series, this week we discuss Shirley Chisholm. Ms. Chisholm was the 1st African American to seek the presidential nomination from one of the two major parties. Check us out on social media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/canweconversate?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@canweconversateYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@canweconversateWebsite: https://canweconversate.buzzsprout.comEmail: info@canweconversate.comThanks for listening. 2023-02-2014 min
Unsung HistoryShirley ChisholmThroughout her life, Shirley Chisholm fought for coalitional change. She was the first Black woman elected to the United States Congress in 1968, the first Black woman to run for President of the United States in 1972, co-founder of both the Congressional Black Caucus and the National Women’s Political Caucus, both in 1971, and co-founder of the National Congress of Black Women in 1984. Toward the end of her life, Chisholm told an interviewer: “I want history to remember me … as a Black woman who lived in the 20th century and who dared to be herself. I want to be remembered as a cata...2023-01-0949 min
Where It All StartsRemembering Shirley Chisholm, A Catalyst For ChangeIn this special bonus episode of What a Day, we look back on the life and legacy of Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman elected to Congress, and the first woman to seek a major party nomination for president. She would have turned 98 earlier this week.Host Juanita Tolliver sat down with Representatives Barbara Lee and Ayanna Pressley, and biographer Dr. Anastasia Curwood for a candid conversation about Chisholm's trailblazing legacy.Show Notes:Shirley Chisholm | Anastasia C. Curwood - UNC Press – https://uncpress.org/book/9781469671178/shirley-chisholm/Every Last Vote | Vote Save America – https://votesaveamerica.com/every-last-vote/Crooked Coffee is officially here...2022-12-0321 min
What A DayRemembering Shirley Chisholm, A Catalyst For ChangeIn this special bonus episode of What a Day, we look back on the life and legacy of Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman elected to Congress, and the first woman to seek a major party nomination for president. She would have turned 98 earlier this week.Host Juanita Tolliver sat down with Representatives Barbara Lee and Ayanna Pressley, and biographer Dr. Anastasia Curwood for a candid conversation about Chisholm's trailblazing legacy.Show Notes:Shirley Chisholm | Anastasia C. Curwood - UNC Press – https://uncpress.org/book/9781469671178/shirley-chisholm/Every Last Vote | Vote Save America – https://votesaveamerica.com...2022-12-0321 min
Immerse Yourself In Your Day With A Uplifting Full Audiobook.Unbought and Unbossed by Shirley ChisholmPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/551269to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Unbought and Unbossed
Author: Shirley Chisholm
Narrator: Marcella Cox
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 5 hours 11 minutes
Release date: November 8, 2022
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3 of Total 1
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1
Genres: Law & Politics
Publisher's Summary:
In this classic work—a blend of memoir, social criticism, and political analysis that remains relevant today—the first Black Congresswoman to serve in American history, New York’s dynamic representative Shirley Chisholm, traces her extensive political struggle and examines the problems that have long plagued the American system of government. “Shirley Chisholm created a path for...2022-11-085h 11Get Hooked On: This Must-Listen Full Audiobook For Curious Minds.Unbought and Unbossed by Shirley ChisholmPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/551269to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Unbought and Unbossed
Author: Shirley Chisholm
Narrator: Marcella Cox
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 5 hours 11 minutes
Release date: November 8, 2022
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3 of Total 1
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1
Genres: Women
Publisher's Summary:
In this classic work—a blend of memoir, social criticism, and political analysis that remains relevant today—the first Black Congresswoman to serve in American history, New York’s dynamic representative Shirley Chisholm, traces her extensive political struggle and examines the problems that have long plagued the American system of government. “Shirley Chisholm created a path for me a...2022-11-085h 11
Get Top Full Audiobooks in History, WorldThe Good Fight by Shirley ChisholmPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/573770to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Good Fight
Author: Shirley Chisholm
Narrator: Marcella Cox
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 6 hours 38 minutes
Release date: November 8, 2022
Genres: World
Publisher's Summary:
The revered civil rights activist and pioneering member of Congress chronicles her groundbreaking 1972 run for President as the first woman and person of color—a work of immense historical importance that both captures and transcends its times, newly reissued to commemorate the fiftieth anniversary of her campaign. “Shirley Chisholm created a path for me and for so many others. Today, I'm thinking about her inspirational words: 'I am, an...2022-11-086h 38
Get Top Full Audiobooks in History, WorldThe Good Fight by Shirley ChisholmPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/573770 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Good Fight Author: Shirley Chisholm Narrator: Marcella Cox Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 6 hours 38 minutes Release date: November 8, 2022 Genres: World Publisher's Summary: The revered civil rights activist and pioneering member of Congress chronicles her groundbreaking 1972 run for President as the first woman and person of color—a work of immense historical importance that both captures and transcends its times, newly reissued to commemorate the fiftieth anniversary of her campaign. “Shirley Chisholm created a path for me and for so many others. Today, I'm thinking about her inspirational words: 'I am...2022-11-0805 minGrab the Essential Full Audiobooks in History, The AmericasUnbought and Unbossed by Shirley ChisholmPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/551269to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Unbought and Unbossed
Author: Shirley Chisholm
Narrator: Marcella Cox
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 5 hours 11 minutes
Release date: November 8, 2022
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3 of Total 1
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1
Genres: The Americas
Publisher's Summary:
In this classic work—a blend of memoir, social criticism, and political analysis that remains relevant today—the first Black Congresswoman to serve in American history, New York’s dynamic representative Shirley Chisholm, traces her extensive political struggle and examines the problems that have long plagued the American system of government. “Shirley Chisholm created a path for...2022-11-085h 11
Grab the Essential Full Audiobooks in History, The AmericasUnbought and Unbossed by Shirley ChisholmPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/551269 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Unbought and Unbossed Author: Shirley Chisholm Narrator: Marcella Cox Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 5 hours 11 minutes Release date: November 8, 2022 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3 of Total 1 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1 Genres: The Americas Publisher's Summary: In this classic work—a blend of memoir, social criticism, and political analysis that remains relevant today—the first Black Congresswoman to serve in American history, New York’s dynamic representative Shirley Chisholm, traces her extensive political struggle and examines the problems that have long plagued the American system of government. “Shirley Chisholm created a path f...2022-11-0805 minDownload Latest Full Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, Law & PoliticsThe Good Fight by Shirley ChisholmPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/573770to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Good Fight
Author: Shirley Chisholm
Narrator: Marcella Cox
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 6 hours 38 minutes
Release date: November 8, 2022
Genres: Law & Politics
Publisher's Summary:
The revered civil rights activist and pioneering member of Congress chronicles her groundbreaking 1972 run for President as the first woman and person of color—a work of immense historical importance that both captures and transcends its times, newly reissued to commemorate the fiftieth anniversary of her campaign. “Shirley Chisholm created a path for me and for so many others. Today, I'm thinking about her inspirational words: 'I am...2022-11-086h 38Grab the Top Full Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, Law & PoliticsUnbought and Unbossed by Shirley ChisholmPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/551269to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Unbought and Unbossed
Author: Shirley Chisholm
Narrator: Marcella Cox
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 5 hours 11 minutes
Release date: November 8, 2022
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3 of Total 1
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1
Genres: Law & Politics
Publisher's Summary:
In this classic work—a blend of memoir, social criticism, and political analysis that remains relevant today—the first Black Congresswoman to serve in American history, New York’s dynamic representative Shirley Chisholm, traces her extensive political struggle and examines the problems that have long plagued the American system of government. “Shirley Chisholm created a path for...2022-11-085h 11
Grab the Top Full Trial Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, Law & PoliticsUnbought and Unbossed by Shirley ChisholmPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/551269 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Unbought and Unbossed Author: Shirley Chisholm Narrator: Marcella Cox Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 5 hours 11 minutes Release date: November 8, 2022 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3 of Total 1 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1 Genres: Law & Politics Publisher's Summary: In this classic work—a blend of memoir, social criticism, and political analysis that remains relevant today—the first Black Congresswoman to serve in American history, New York’s dynamic representative Shirley Chisholm, traces her extensive political struggle and examines the problems that have long plagued the American system of government. “Shirley Chisholm created a path f...2022-11-0805 min
Full Trial Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, Law & PoliticsThe Good Fight by Shirley ChisholmPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/573770 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Good Fight Author: Shirley Chisholm Narrator: Marcella Cox Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 6 hours 38 minutes Release date: November 8, 2022 Genres: Law & Politics Publisher's Summary: The revered civil rights activist and pioneering member of Congress chronicles her groundbreaking 1972 run for President as the first woman and person of color—a work of immense historical importance that both captures and transcends its times, newly reissued to commemorate the fiftieth anniversary of her campaign. “Shirley Chisholm created a path for me and for so many others. Today, I'm thinking about her inspirational words...2022-11-0805 min
Listen to Trending Full Trial Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, WomenUnbought and Unbossed by Shirley ChisholmPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/551269 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Unbought and Unbossed Author: Shirley Chisholm Narrator: Marcella Cox Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 5 hours 11 minutes Release date: November 8, 2022 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3 of Total 1 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1 Genres: Women Publisher's Summary: In this classic work—a blend of memoir, social criticism, and political analysis that remains relevant today—the first Black Congresswoman to serve in American history, New York’s dynamic representative Shirley Chisholm, traces her extensive political struggle and examines the problems that have long plagued the American system of government. “Shirley Chisholm created a path for...2022-11-0805 min
Dare To PursueModern Pioneer Woman of Her Time: Shirley ChisholmIt's Black History Month! What better way of celebrating than to learn about the history of Modern Pioneer Women of HER time.
In the second episode of our series, we’ll be learning about the life and legacy of Shirley Anita Chisholm, the first African American woman in Congress and the first woman and African American to seek the nomination for president of the United States from one of the two major political parties.
My Favorite Shirley Chisholm Quotes:
"Service is the rent that you pay for room on this earth."
"You don't make prog...2022-02-1424 min
The Royalty ConnectionBlack History Month - (Feat. Democratic Nominee Mrs. Shirley Chisholm)Mrs. Shirley Chisholm was someone worth voting for! I could not tell If her Democratic nomination speech was about 1972 or 2022. Could you? She was and still is the definition of change and voice for the American dream. We salute you Mrs. Chisholm and thank you for you service to your people but most importantly your service to ALL people. May we all be “unbought and unbossed!”
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Good Black News: The Daily DropDaily Drop of GBN for January 11, 2022: Shirley ChisholmShirley Chisholm made history in 1968 when she became the first Black woman elected to U.S. Congress. "Unbought and Unbossed" Chisholm reached even higher when she vied for the Democratic nomination for President in 1972.2022-01-1101 min
Let the Story Come Alive in Your Ears With Full AudiobookSpeak Up, Speak Out!: The Extraordinary Life of Fighting Shirley Chisholm Audiobook by Tonya BoldenListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 614740
Title: Speak Up, Speak Out!: The Extraordinary Life of Fighting Shirley Chisholm
Author: Tonya Bolden
Narrator: Marcella Cox
Format: Unabridged
Length: 03:50:05
Language: English
Release date: 01-04-22
Publisher: Findaway Voices
Genres: Kids, Non-Fiction, Biography & Memoir
Summary:
From award-winning author Tonya Bolden comes a biography of the first Black woman elected to the U.S. House of Representatives and the first Black woman to run for president with a major political party: Shirley Chisholm. Before there was Barack Obama, before there was Kamala Harris, there was Fighting Shirley Chisholm...2022-01-043h 50
Tune In To The Most Ground-Breaking Full Audiobook Today!Shirley Chisholm Dared: The Story of the First Black Woman in Congress by Alicia D. WilliamsPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/466410to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Shirley Chisholm Dared: The Story of the First Black Woman in Congress
Author: Alicia D. Williams
Narrator: Adenrele Ojo
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 0 hours 15 minutes
Release date: June 1, 2021
Genres: Non-fiction
Publisher's Summary:
Discover the inspiring story of the first black woman elected to Congress and to run for president in this picture book biography from a Newbery Honor-winning author and a Coretta Scott King-John Steptoe New Talent Award-winning illustrator. Meet Shirley, a little girl who asks way too many questions! After spending her early years on her grandparents' farm...2021-06-0115 min
Civics & Coffee: A History PodcastA Catalyst for Change - Shirley ChisholmAnother bonus episode in celebration of Women's History Month.This week I am diving into the life and presidential run of Shirley Chisholm. Born in Brooklyn during the Great Depression, Shirley would buck convention over and over as she broke barriers and championed women's rights. And while she came back into the conversation during Kamala Harris' presidential run, there is so much more to the story. See show notes - and more information about the Underground Groundbreakers e-book at the website: www.civicsandcoffee.comSupport the show2021-03-1014 min
The Man Stash PodcastThe Man Stash Minute: Black History Month- Shirley ChisholmShirley Chisholm became the first African American congresswoman in 1968. Four years later, she became the first major-party Black candidate to make a bid for the U.S. presidency.
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Shirley Chisholm Biography
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Biography.com Editors
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Access Date
February 28, 2021
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Last Updated
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DSR's Words MatterShirley Chisholm - Black Feminist PioneerAs Black History Month ends and Women’s History Month begins, we wanted to honor a pioneer in the struggle for equal rights for both movements.Shirley Anita Chisholm was a politician, educator, activist, community organizer and author.Born in Brooklyn, New York in 1924, as a child during the Great Depression - while her parents struggled to make ends meet - young Shirley and her two sisters were sent to Barbados to live with their Grandmother. Long before the Civil Rights movement in the United States, youngShirley watched as her community advocated for t...2021-02-2615 min
The Kind Leadership PodcastShirley Chisholm: Unbought and UnbossedIn our final episode celebrating Black History Month, we speak with Pleschette Fontenet about politician, educator, and author, Shirley Chisholm. Pleschette compares her experience as a black woman in a leadership role today with that of Ms Chisholm during her run for the White House.
When we consider race and gender, how much has changed since 1972?2021-02-2533 min
Push or PivotUnbought and Unbossed - Shirley ChisholmEpisode 68: Unbought and Unbossed - Shirley Chisholm
In honor of Black History Month, I am putting a spotlight on influential black Americans that paved the way for others.
Our first spotlight is the first African American candidate for a major party's nomination for president of the United States, Shirley Chisholm. Shirley was born on November 30, 1924. She was a politician, educator, author, and the first black woman elected to the United States Congress.
Shirley's family immigrated from Barbados, and from a young age she had strong ties to the...2021-02-0309 min
The NameDay ProjectNovember 30, 2020 "Shirley Chisholm"Today we’re celebrating Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman elected to the United States Congress. Known as “Fighting Shirley,” Chisholm spent 14 years in Congress, paving the way for future black and women leaders in politics! Her courage will always be remembered. Happy birthday, Shirley! If YOU want a birthday shoutout, email us with your name, and a little bit of information about you, at TheNameDayProject@gmail.com2020-11-3000 min
What's Going On? Eyes on Africa and the CaribbeanActress and Playwright Ingrid Griffith Brings Shirley Chisholm Alive on StageIngrid Griffith is an award-winning playwright, stage actress, solo artist, and an adjunct professor who, until the coronavirus pandemic stopped everyone in their tracks, had been touring London and the Caribbean over the last six years with her solo performances of plays that she has written, including Unbossed and Unbowed: The Life and Times of Shirley Chisholm, and Demerara Gold, an immigrant's story. But, the pandemic has not stopped her from performing live, virtually -- on the now infamous small screen--ZOOM. On August 27, 2020, in a riveting presentation called Women Who Changed History, which featured three...2020-09-281h 03
The Usable Past with Marie NahikianEpisode 8: The Usable Past: Shirley Chisholm: Founding Mother of Contemporary Black PoliticsShirley Chisholm, Brooklyn's own, the first African American woman elected to Congress & in 1972, she was the
first woman nominated to be President. Conversation with Barbara Bullard, a Brooklyn Bed-Sty resident at the
forefront of working to protect Chisholm's legacy and a producer of a planned feature film starring Anika Noni Rose.
Joined by cultural writer Gene Seymour, hosts Marie Nahikian & PJ Ryan explore connections to the historic
nomination of VP Kamala Harris, highlighting why "Miss Shirley" always said "being first is not enough."2020-08-2850 min
StilShirley Chisholm – 50 kilo kärnkraftsenergi som förändrade amerikansk politik1972 gav sig politikern Shirley Chisholm in i kampen om att bli USA:s president. Hon ville visa att det inte var omöjligt för en kvinna att gör det en svart kvinna, dessutom. Lyssna på alla avsnitt i Sveriges Radio Play. När Shirley Chisholm ställde upp som presidentkandidat 1972 visste hon att hon att det skulle bli svårt att vinna. Det gjorde hon inte heller. Det demokratiska partiet, vilket hon tillhörde, valde istället George McGovern. Han förlorade – stort – mot den sittande presidenten, Richard Nixon.
Men någonstans måste ma...2020-08-2155 min
Minority KornerMK REWIND: Shirley Chisholm (EP 255)We are still running with all the emotions from Michelle Obama's amazing speech at the 2020 DNC, and in honor of that Black woman who slays DNC conventions, we are celebrating Shirley Chisolm and historic run for President back in the 60s. She was a person of many first! Get ready to get inspired! Books to read more about Shirley Chisholm Unbought and Unbossed (1970)- Chisholm- which is literally written on her grave (vault)The Good Fight (1973)- Chisholm Shirley Chisholm: Catalyst for Change - Barbara WindslowPBS P.O.V. do...2020-08-1829 min
Wednesday's WomenEpisode 6 - Shirley ChisholmOn this week’s episode of Wednesday's Women, join Kaitlyn, Taylor, and special guest Tree Layton Zuzzio for a candid conversation about Shirley Chisholm. Chisholm was the first African American woman elected to congress. While she wasn’t fighting for suffrage alongside Cady Stanton or Anthony, we have discussed the idea that the 19th Amendment did not extend to ALL women. You don’t want to skip this episode about Fighting Shirley!
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She's HistoryEp3: Who is Shirley Chisholm? A conversation with historian Marjorie Spruill.*Disclaimer, you do not need to watch the Mrs. America limited series to enjoy the history conversation in this podcast. However, the 3rd episode of the series is a good companion piece for this podcast episode.
In this episode, Marjorie talks about Shirley Chisholm who became the first black woman to run for the office of President of the United States in the early 1970s. And women like Phyllis Schlafly who organized to stop the Equal Rights Amendment and thus change the course of American politics today. Phyllis Schlafly paved the way for Donald Trump to be president.
Marjorie...2020-04-3055 min
Noire HistoryShirley Chisholm [Black History Short 51] A profile of Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman in Congress, the first Black woman and only the second woman of any race to seek the nomination for president of the United States from a major political party. Show notes and sources are available at http://noirehistoir.com/blog/shirley-chisholm.2020-03-1705 minNoire HistoryShirley Chisholm [Black History Short 51] A profile of Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman in Congress, the first Black woman and only the second woman of any race to seek the nomination for president of the United States from a major political party. Show notes and sources are available at http://noirehistoir.com/blog/shirley-chisholm.2020-03-1705 min
The Liberated woman Podcast with Tamu ThomasBlack History Month Audio Community Project - Paula Perry honours Shirley ChisholmPaula Perry honours Shirley Chisholm.
Today’s contribution is from Paula Perry who is honouring none other than Shirley Chisholm. If you don’t know who she is, please do your googles. Shirley is a certified BOSS all caps!
Paula choosing Shirley Chisholm is very fitting as Paula has a lot of Shirley’s no limit energy. Paula highlights many examples of how Shirley’s legacy can inform wellness including not internalising other peoples perception of you.
About Paula Perry:
Paula Perry i...2019-10-1018 min
Big Shot! PodcastBonus Episode: Meet the Candidate - Congresswoman Shirley ChisholmShirley Chisholm was the first black woman elected to the U.S. House of Representatives and the first woman to seek the Democratic nomination for President of the United States. A lifelong advocate for racial and gender equality, she is recognized as one of the 20th century’s greatest champions for civil rights.
Chisholm was in Brooklyn in 1924 to a working-class Caribbean family and graduated from Brooklyn College in 1946 before receiving her master’s in elementary education from Columbia University. While working as a daycare director and educational consultant early in her career, Chisholm embedded herself in activism, becoming involved in l...2019-09-1908 min
Radio DiariesShirley Chisholm: Unbought and UnbossedToday…there’s “The Squad.” But 50 years ago, there was only one woman of color in the U.S. Congress, and she was the first. Shirley Chisholm, of New York City, was elected to Congress in a historic victory in 1968. And like the squad...Chisholm made her voice heard.
In 1972, Chisholm launched a spirited campaign for the Democratic nomination. She was the first woman and first African American to run. Declaring herself “unbought and unbossed,” she took on the political establishment, declaring herself “the candidate of the people.”
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The History Of...The History of Black Women Breaking the Glass Ceiling: Shirley Chisholm Story Part 2In part 2 of Shirley Chisholm Story, Chisholm makes a very historic decision and no one saw it coming. Follow us on: Twitter: @TheHistoryOf4 Facebook: The History Of Instagram: @thehistoryof.radio Sign up for our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/gcDL2T2019-06-0300 minThe History Of...The History Of Black Women Breaking the Glass Ceiling: Shirley Chisholm StoryThis season we tell the stories of black women, who were forgotten and weren't given a spotlight in our history textbooks. But this season we change that and tell the stories of black women who have made history in the fields of politics, music, literature and fashion. In a series we're calling: The History Of Black Women Breaking the Glass Ceiling! We kick start this season with the story of Shirley Chisholm. Shirley Chisholm was the first black woman to very win a seat in Congress. Throughout her career, she would experience sexist and racist c...2019-06-0100 min
Beyond ReproachSaint Chisholm: Episode 6 (Andrew Jackson's big cheese & Shirley Chisholm)This is without a doubt, our cheesiest episode to date.
We sip on an episode cocktail that's a true classic, one that’s as old as cocktails themselves. Turns out we love whiskey as much today as they did in the 1830s. Cheers y’all, to whiskey!
Also covered: The West Wing, the Obama’s virtual “Big Block of Cheese Day”, Tux’s childhood fear of getting dirty, Stephanie’s mother’s pettiness, the fallacy of “identity politics”, & our desire to visit Dollywood.
Tux’s scandal explores that one time President Andrew Jackson invited everybody and...2019-01-211h 46
Missing HistoryEpisode 12 - Pandita Ramabia & Shirley ChisholmAnother first in the US Congress and the campaign trail as well as social reformer and a pioneer in the emancipation of women in India.
Ramabai
https://www.nytimes.com/2018/11/14/obituaries/pandita-ramabai-overlooked.html
http://www.bu.edu/missiology/ramabai-dongre-medhavi/
http://www.open.ac.uk/researchprojects/makingbritain/content/pandita-ramabai
https://www.encyclopedia.com/international/encyclopedias-almanacs-transcripts-and-maps/pandita-ramabai
Shirley Chisholm:
https://history.house.gov/People/Listing/C/CHISHOLM,-Shirley-Anita-(C000371)/
https://www.americanrhetoric.com/speeches/shirleychisholmequalrights.htm
https://www.womenshistory.org/education-resources/biographies/shirley-chisholm
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shirley_Chisholm
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Shirley-Chisholm
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v...2018-12-131h 14
Liberating the Queen008- Shirley Chisholmhttps://liberatingthequeen.files.wordpress.com/2018/08/ltq_s1_e8.mp3
Decades before Barack Obama or Hillary Clinton, there was Shirley Chisholm. As the first black woman to run for president for a major political party she was years ahead of her time. So why don’t more people know about her? Shirley Chisholm made history as she announced her candidacy for the White House. Her bid for the top job was short-lived, but the symbolism is as powerful today as it was then.
Shirley Anita was born on November 20, 1924, in Brooklyn, New York.
The oldest of four da...2018-08-1531 min
Minority KornerUnbought & Unbossed (Shirley Chisholm, Flint's Water Crisis, Danity Kane, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Scandal)The Wonder Twins are back in the saddle and ready to break down some more titillating bossip! First They're breaking down James' upcoming show in SF for Pride- Manity Kane (come on thru it will be at Oasis SF) where James will be choreographing a Sailor Moon themed dance to Damaged by Danity Kane! Which brings us to some Dawn and Aubrey O'day Related DRAMA!! Next up they talk about the Royal Weddingggggg and how black excellence CAME THRUUUU. In Nnekay's Korner to celebrate Stacey Abram's historic run for governor of Georgia, Nnekay breaks down the forgotten pioneer Shirley C...2018-05-251h 11
Great LivesPeaches Golding on Shirley ChisholmAmerican-born Peaches Golding OBE - Bristol's former Lord Lieutenant and first black female High Sheriff - nominates African American politician Shirley Chisholm who ran unsuccessfully for US President in 1972.Fellow guest Dr Kate Dossett, Professor of American History at Leeds University, describes Chisholm’s contribution to the cause of African Americans and to feminism.Presented by Matthew Parris.Producer: Maggie AyreFirst broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in May 2017.2017-05-0227 min
Witness History: Witness Archive 2015Black Congresswoman Shirley ChisholmIn January 1972 Shirley Chisholm became the first major-party black candidate to make a bid for the US Presidency. She was also the first black woman elected to Congress. Witness has been speaking to Congressman Charles Rangel who worked with Shirley Chisholm.(Photo: Shirley Chisholm at the Democratic National Convention in 1972. Credit: Getty Images)2015-01-2909 min
Witness History: Black historyBlack Congresswoman Shirley ChisholmIn January 1972 Shirley Chisholm became the first major-party black candidate to make a bid for the US Presidency. She was also the first black woman elected to Congress. Witness has been speaking to Congressman Charles Rangel who worked with Shirley Chisholm.
(Photo: Shirley Chisholm at the Democratic National Convention in 1972. Credit: Getty Images)2015-01-2909 min