The Importance Of Black British History

About this episode

<p>In this episode, Marcus is joined by Lavinya Stennett a writer, author, and founder/CEO of The Black Curriculum. She has written her first book, "Omitted", due to be published in 2024. They discuss the importance of Black British History, decolonising education and focusing on representation in school curriculums, as well as the role of The Black Curriculum.</p><br><p>Dope Black Dads is a place where we are changing the narrative and having progressive conversations about black fathers to create a safe digital space within the community.&nbsp;</p><br><p>Join the conversation and the community online through our social channels:</p><br><p>Twitter: @DopeBlackDads</p><p>Instagram: @DopeBlackDads</p><p>Facebook Page: @DopeBlackDads</p><br><p>If you want to get in touch with us, email us at hello@dopeblackdads.org or follow our conversations in-depth on our Facebook Group by searching 'Dope Black Dads'.&nbsp;</p><p>Welcome to <strong>The Marvyn Harrison Podcast</strong> — a story-driven conversation exploring identity, fatherhood, masculinity, relationships, culture, politics, sport, and modern life.</p><p>In each episode, Marvyn Harrison sits down with leading thinkers, creatives, athletes, policymakers, and cultural voices to unpack the defining moments that shaped them. Through image prompts, structured storytelling, and revealing game segments, guests explore pivotal memories, career turning points, personal struggles, and the beliefs that guide their decisions today.</p><p>Expect honest discussions on mental health, family dynamics, leadership, equity, ambition, resilience, and the realities of navigating success in Britain and beyond.</p><p>This is a podcast about clarity, where lived experience meets sharp cultural insight.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>