Aisle Tell You What • Love Black History

They Said Yes… But Never Said ‘I Do'

I look at these five Black celebrities that got engaged but never made it down the aisle. Let's try to figure out why.
00:00 Introduction
01:25 Pam Grier and Kareem Abdul Jabbar
04:32 Jim Brown and Diane Stanley
08:26 Diahann Carroll and David Frost 
2:17 Flip Wilson and Blonell Pittman 
6:30 Omarosa Manigault and Michael Clark Duncan
19:38 Conclusion
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The Stories Behind Historic Black Weddings

Behind every wedding is a story. The historic Black weddings of Senator Blanche K. Bruce and Josephine Willson, Nat King Cole and Maria Ellington, Ida B. Wells and Ferdinand Barnett, Countee Cullen and Yolande Du Bois, and Mae Walker and Dr. Gordon H. Jackson were more than just celebrations—they were reflections of power, love, and the complicated dance between personal choice and public expectation.
00:00 Introduction: The Stories Behind Historic Black Weddings 01:37 The Wedding of Senator Blanche K. Bruce and Josephine Willson 07:49 Nat King Cole and Maria Ellington's Lavish Ceremony 11:22 Ida B. Wells and Ferdinand Barnett: A Wedding Delayed by Activism 15:21 Yolande Du Bois and Countee Cullen: A Marriage Doomed from the Start 22:43 Mae Walker and Dr. Gordon H. Jackson: The First Black Glam Wedding 26:05 Conclusion: The Complexities Behind Iconic Black Weddings
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Aisle Tell You What is a weekly podcast that shares the weddings, marriages, and romances of Black figures throughout time. We bask on these relationships not to be messy but to remind you of the passion in our past and to humanize the people we put on pedestals. Basically, it's all love… Black History.
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Unforgettable February Moments in Black Love History

Let's go back and remember these February moments in Black Love History, from Diana Ross's extravagant 1986 wedding to Arne Naess, Mike Tyson and Robin Givens' whirlwind relationship, and Bob and Rita Marley's impulsive 1966 marriage.
01:18 The Missing Guest to Diana Ross and Arne Naess's Wedding 07:27 Mike Tyson and Robin Givens Get Married13:42 Bob and Rita Marley's Wedding16:50 Conclusion 
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Love & Innovation: The Stories of Prominent Black Inventors

In honor of Black History Month, I'm looking at the lives and inventions of several Black innovators beyond their groundbreaking contributions. Listen to learn about Albert and Marie Van Britten Brown, who co-created the first home security system; Samuel Scottron, an inventive barber turned social activist; Sarah Boone, an enslaved-born dressmaker who patented the modern ironing board; and George Washington Carver, a renowned agricultural scientist with a complex personal life. 
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How Love Impacted The Civil Rights Movement

Speaking of protests & boycotts... 👀 let's explore how love and activism were intertwined. 
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How Coretta Saw Martin

In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the holiday, I look into the profound relationship between Dr. King and his wife, Coretta Scott King through her perspective throughout the years. While the world remembers Dr. King as a preacher and civil rights leader, Coretta knew him as much more. 
00:00 Introduction
02:59 She saw him as a legend
07:48 She saw him as her future
12:00 She saw as faithful
15:21 She saw him as momentary
18:38 How Coretta saw Martin
21:12 Conclusion and Call to Action
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The Complicated History of Black Men and White Women

Black men have long faced relentless scrutiny, dehumanization, and systemic oppression. From historical injustices like the cases of Emmett Till, Jack Johnson, and Mack Charles Parker to modern examples like Marcus Dixon, I explore the resilience and humanity of Black men in the face of overwhelming odds, especially when it comes to romance and the proximity to white women. 
00:00:00 Introduction00:02:46 Marcus Dixon00:06:53 Jack Johnson00:10:36 Chubby Checker00:15:04 Sammy Davis, Jr00:18:48 Policing Love & Black Men00:23:37 Outro
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The First Wives, The Black Wives

Let's dive into the stories of five remarkable women who were there before their famous husbands were worth knowing. Meet Marguerite Belafonte, Marguerite Simpson, Juanita Hardy Poitier, Anna Murray Douglass, and Kathy Ambush—the first wives of Harry Belafonte, O.J. Simpson, Sidney Poitier, Frederick Douglass, and Clarence Thomas.
I also wonder this question: Why did so many Black male icons of the time initially marry Black women and later shift to white partners? What do you think...?
00:00:00 Introduction00:01:42 The Wife of Harry Belafonte: Marguerite00:06:00 The Wife of O.J. Simpson: Marguerite00:11:12 The Wife of Sidney Poitier: Juanita00:13:48 The Wife of Frederick Douglass: Anna00:16:45 The Wife of Clarence Thomas: Kathy00:20:37 The Reality of The Black Wife
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Spin the Aisle: The Love Stories of Willie Mays, the "Say Hey Kid"

Let's revisit the love stories of Willie Mays.
Resources on Willie Mays
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The Love Stories of Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul

Let's reflect on Aretha Franklin's marriages and romances, revealing the complexities of her love life amid her rise to fame.
00:01:26 Aretha's Parents 00:05:26 Ted White 00:12:49 Ken Cunningham 00:15:21 Glynn Turman 00:19:24 Aretha's Loves, including Willie Wilkerson
Many marriages began on or around Thanksgiving. I'll tell you all about it.
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Aisle Tell You What is a weekly podcast that shares the weddings, marriages, and romances of Black figures throughout time. We bask on these relationships not to be messy but to remind you of the passion in our past and to humanize the people we put on pedestals. Basically, it's all love… Black History.
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Thanksgiving Love: Shirley Chisholm, Cicely Tyson + Miles Davis, & More

Many marriages began on or around Thanksgiving. I'll tell you all about it.
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Spin The Aisle: The Real Love Story of Will and Jada Pinkett Smith

The headlines, Instagram posts, and speculation would make you think you know everything there is to know about the marriage of Will and Jada Pinkett Smith. But I am here to tell you you don’t.
Resources: http://tinyurl.com/ATYWWillandJada 
Aisle Tell You What is a weekly podcast that shares the weddings, marriages, and romances of Black figures throughout time. We bask on these relationships not to be messy but to remind you of the passion in our past and to humanize the people we put on pedestals. Basically, it's all love… Black History.
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The Love Stories of Quincy Jones, the Musical Legend

Quincy Jones’ love life was as colorful and wide-reaching as his music, filled with strong, inspiring women who shaped his journey just as much as his legendary career did.
Research: His memoir
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Aisle Tell You What is a weekly podcast that shares the weddings, marriages, and romances of Black figures throughout time. We bask on these relationships not to be messy but to remind you of the passion in our past and to humanize the people we put on pedestals. Basically, it's all love… Black History.
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The High-Stakes Crossroads of Love, Politics, and Scandal

I dive into the explosive intersection of love, politics, and scandal. From secret affairs to career-ending controversies, let's explore how romance can shake up the political stage of notable politicians Herman Cain, Kwame Kilpatrick, John Conyers, Herschel Walker, & Marion Barry.
00:02:12 - Presidential Candidate Herman Cain 00:07:42 - Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick 00:13:12 - Representative John Conyers 00:16:43 - Running Back Herschel Walker 00:19:45 - Mayor Marion Barry
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Aisle Tell You What is a weekly podcast that shares the weddings, marriages, and romances of Black figures throughout time. We bask on these relationships not to be messy but to remind you of the passion in our past and to humanize the people we put on pedestals. Basically, it's all love… Black History.
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Spin The Aisle: The Love Stories of Running Back, Actor, and Activist Jim Brown

We're going back to this episode from last fall about Jim Brown, the legendary running back for the Cleveland Browns, movie star, and activist. But he had an extremely complicated love life, marked by two marriages, a few engagements, and many allegations of abuse.
Research and Resources:
Out of Bounds by Jim Brown - https://tinyurl.com/26sdvjy8 
Jim Brown: The Fierce Life of an American Hero by Mike Freeman - https://tinyurl.com/yc8du964 
Jim Brown: Last Man Standing by Dave Zirin - https://tinyurl.com/4nzk7bxd 
Everyone Has A Story by Debra Clark - https://tinyurl.com/yvurceh3 
"Jim Brown Did Great Things; He Also Beat Women" by Diana Moskovitz - https://tinyurl.com/3xf5cws5 
People V. Brown - https://tinyurl.com/5hcbrwfz 
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Spin The Aisle: The Love Stories of Walter Payton, The Chicago Bear Known as Sweetness

Let's revisit the love story of one of football's more heralded running backs -- Mr. Walter Payton. Despite his family-friendly persona and excellent ball-carrying talents, he had flaws in his marriage and romances, most of which were revealed after his death in 1999.
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