The Things Fall Apart Podcast

It's About Time Black Panther Party feat. Mr. Billy X Jennings

March 18, 2021 Eugene B. Johnson Season 2 Episode 2
The Things Fall Apart Podcast
It's About Time Black Panther Party feat. Mr. Billy X Jennings
Show Notes

In this episode of the Things Fall Apart Podcast, Eugene and special guest host Jordan McGowan interview Mr. Billy X Jennings. Honestly, it is more of a storytelling than an interview. Mr. Jennings was a member of the Oakland chapter of the Black Panther Party from 1968 - 1974. Today, Mr. Jennings is a historian, archivist, and activist. In this episode of the Things Fall Apart podcast Mr. Jennings details his radicalization, his time in the Black Panther Party, his famous teacher, and his relationship with Dr. Huey P. Newton. Mr. Jennings also gives advice to this generations activist and speaks about the portrayal of the Black Panther Party in the media. You will not want to miss this episode! Please visit "itsabouttimebpp.com" to view the historic collection of Black Panther Party media that Mr. Jennings has collected. Also, A 55th anniversary Black Panther Party magazine will soon be available. Orders are $25. Please PayPal "itsabouttime3@juno.com."