BOOK BANS & EDUCATIONAL RESTRICTIONS: Why This Fight Matters More Than Ever Across the country, we’re watching a troubling trend: • Books quietly removed from school libraries • Lessons on race, gender, and identity restricted • Teachers pressured to avoid “controversial” history • Students losing access to diverse voices and stories This isn’t just about books, it’s about freedom. When we limit what young people can read, learn, or question, we limit their ability to understand the world around them. We weaken critical thinking. We shrink imagination. We erase the stories that help communities heal, grow, and connect. The real world impact is already here: • Teachers fear discipline for teaching truth • Students receive a fragmented version of history • Parents become more polarized • Communities lose opportunities for honest dialogue At its core, this is a freedom issue: • The freedom to learn • The freedom to read • The freedom to understand history fully • The freedom to grow into informed citizens Silencing stories has never protected a society, but empowering young people with knowledge always has. This conversation isn’t about politics. It’s about preserving intellectual freedom and ensuring every child has access to the full truth, not a filtered version of it. #BookBans #FreedomToRead #FreedomToLearn #IntellectualFreedom #EducationMatters #TeachTheTruth #ProtectOurStories #DiverseVoices #InclusiveEducation #StopCensorship #HistoryMatters #EquityInEducation #CommunityDialogue #ChangingTrendsAndTimes #AmericaInBlackAndWhite
I had the honor of joining Kevin Vaughn on Power Connections on February 2nd, and the conversation was powerful, intentional, and deeply aligned with the mission of America in Black and White. We talked about: • The Mission behind my platform • The Purpose that fuels the work • My Why, the calling that keeps me committed to truth, clarity, and community • Three lessons I’ve learned on this journey of storytelling, advocacy, and legacy building • And a call to action for every listener to step into their own voice, their own story, and their own impact This wasn’t just an interview, it was a moment of reflection, alignment, and purpose. When we share our journeys honestly and speak with intention, we create space for transformation. You can watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/jWqdD2Z5YdA If the conversation resonates with you, I invite you to follow the show and stay connected with the work we’re building through America in Black and White. Your support helps amplify the voices, stories, and truths that matter. Tune in. Share it. Follow the show. Be inspired. #AmericaInBlackAndWhite #CharlesZackaryKing #PowerConnections #KevinVaughn #ChangingTrendsAndTimes #LegacyStorytelling #BlackVoicesMatter #PurposeDrivenLeadership #CommunityDialogue #TruthTellers #StorytellingWithImpact
Family, Friends, and Community, I’m excited to invite you to join a space that means a great deal to me, America in Black and White, the official community group connected to my podcast of the same name. This group was created to bring together people who believe in honest dialogue, shared experiences, and collective growth. It’s a place where we can talk about the issues that shape our communities, celebrate our stories, and learn from one another in a respectful, empowering environment. If you value truth, leadership, community uplift, and conversations that move us forward, I’d love for you to be part of this growing family. Join the group today and help us build something powerful together. Your voice matters. Your presence matters. Your perspective matters. Click “Join Group” https://www.facebook.com/groups/334411288592886. #AmericaInBlackAndWhite #CommunityVoices #LeadershipInAction #BlackExcellence #PurposeDrivenConversation #CollectiveWisdom #CharlesZackaryKing
https://heyzine.com/flip-book/AMIBW0122026.html Family, I’m excited to announce the release of AMIBW The Magazine Issue #6! This issue is packed with powerful stories, community voices, and features that highlight the work happening across our nation. And at the center of it all is our Person of the Year, Shelia Prosser a woman whose leadership and dedication continue to inspire so many. Thank you to everyone who supports this movement. Your engagement, your shares, your encouragement it all matters. Check out the new issue and celebrate with us. The best is yet to come.
It’s the Season Finale of America in Black and White! Join host Charles King on December 31st, 6–9 PM EST for our Year in Review Special (S3 EP173). We’ll reflect on the defining moments of 2025, from politics and justice reform to public health, education, and mental health, with an incredible panel of thought leaders: Dr. Keyimani L. Alford – Higher Education Leader, Author, Publisher, Motivational Speaker Dr. Phillip R. Neely Jr. – Former Law Enforcement Leadership Manager, Academic Leader, Author Brodderick Roary – Public Health Professional, LGBTQ Advocate, Community Engagement Specialist, Data Analyst Jason M. Dotson – Mental Health Professional Together, we’ll unpack the lessons of 2025 and chart a path forward for resilience, justice, and equity in 2026. Don’t miss this powerful conversation, tune in for the America in Black and White Season Finale! #AmericaInBlackAndWhite #YearInReview2025 #SeasonFinale #VoicesOfChange #JusticeAndEquity #HealthEquity #LGBTQAdvocacy #MentalHealthAwareness #EducationEquity #CommunitySolidarity
Jason Collins broke barriers in the NBA as the first openly gay active player. Now he faces Stage 4 glioblastoma with the same courage and resilience. His fight is a reminder: health screenings save lives, and community support sustains hope. #JasonCollins #GlioblastomaAwareness #HealthEquity #LGBTQSupport #ChangingTrendsAndTimes
Final Word Friday is here. Every Friday. Starting January 16. Season 4 of America in Black and White launches a bold new segment that centers legacy, truth, and communal clarity. Each week, a 3-person panel will unpack the most pressing civic, cultural, and community topics and we want your voice in the mix. Interested in joining the conversation? Email: americainblackandwhitepodcast@gmail.com Tell us who you are, what you stand for, and why you're ready to speak truth on Final Word Friday. This isn’t just commentary. It’s legacy in motion. #FinalWordFriday #AMIBWSeason4 #LegacyDrivenMedia #CivicDialogue #AmericaInBlackAndWhite #SpeakTruth #PanelCall #PodcastOpportunity #HealingThroughConversation