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Professor Stefan Wheelock Pt.1: An Apple Would Have Been Just Fine
In this episode, Jay Hall interviews Stefan Wheelock, an associate professor in the Department of English at George Mason University. Stefan shares his background growing up in Mississippi and the pride he has for his home state. He discusses the cultural differences he experienced when moving to the North and the richness of Black communities he encountered. Stefan also delves into his academic work, focusing on the study of Atlantic history and culture, and the exploration of Blackness and African identities. The conversation concludes with Stefan recounting a racial incident he faced while…
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