The BreakDownDIGITAL ORIGINAL
Professors, linguists, historians and other experts dive into common cultural topics to expose the unexplored truths of their African origins.
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Astrology and Zodiac Signs
Klarity takes a deep dive into the history of ancient African scientific astrology with the help of kemetologist and historian Anthony Browder.11/08/2021 - 09:01
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Cool
Klarity traces the origins of "Black cool" all the way back to its Nigerian roots, and Black cultural experts weigh in on the commodification of "cool" in the entertainment industry.11/08/2021 - 09:30
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Black English
Klarity dissects the development of AAVE and Black English from African dialects and slave communication styles to present-day usage with linguists.11/08/2021 - 10:15
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The Maroons
Klarity explores the untold story of Maroons and Black liberation in North America at the time of slavery with historians and ancestors of Maroons.11/08/2021
About
Hosted by content creator Klarity, The BreakDown explores a series of topics -- ranging from Greek astrology to vernacular to the births of coolness and swag -- and traces their origins to people of African descent.