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  • Rosetta Tharpe, Sly Stone & More: Publicity Stunt Marriages in Black History

    Rosetta Tharpe, Sly Stone & More: Publicity Stunt Marriages in Black History
    Apr 8 2025
    I wondered... did they marry for love—or just the headlines? Let's dive into the most shocking and strategic publicity stunt romances and marriages in Black history. From gospel legend Sister Rosetta Tharpe’s stadium wedding to Sly Stone’s Madison Square Garden vows, we’re breaking down the couples who said “I do”... for the public eye. But not just that -- why. The why is always important. Subscribe, follow, and share for more Love...Black history! 📌 Leave a review if you enjoy Aisle Tell You What.

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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.

    Aisle Tell You What is brought to you by Hueido. Hueido is a media brand that adds color to Black weddings and marriage from yesterday, today, and tomorrow.

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    19 mins
  • The Wives of Dr. Booker T. Washington & Their Impact

    The Wives of Dr. Booker T. Washington & Their Impact
    Mar 31 2025
    Behind every great man is often a woman—but in Dr. Booker T. Washington’s case, there were three. In this episode of Aisle Tell You What, Ashleigh tells the love stories of Fannie, Olivia, and Margaret Washington—the three wives who stood beside the legendary educator, activist, and founder of Tuskegee University. In this episode, I look at: 01:15 Fannie Smith Washington, the quiet foundation 05:06 Olivia Davidson Washington, the intellectual equal 08:45 Margaret Murray Washington, the builder, advocate, and legacy keeper 10:59 Portia Washington's complicated relationship with her stepmothers 14:45 Challenges of Blended Families 16:01 Conclusion and Legacy of the Wives 📌 Leave a review if you enjoy Aisle Tell You What.

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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.

    Aisle Tell You What is brought to you by Hueido. Hueido is a media brand that adds color to Black weddings and marriage from yesterday, today, and tomorrow.

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    19 mins
  • Mini Ep: The Black Women Who Proposed First & Why It’s Still Controversial

    Mini Ep: The Black Women Who Proposed First & Why It’s Still Controversial
    Mar 10 2025
    Let's look at the rare and unconventional practice of women proposing to men. I look at historical and modern examples, including stories of Patti LaBelle and Halle Berry. 00:00 She Proposed 00:53 The History of Women Proposing to Men 03:53 Why Patti LaBelle Proposed 05:39 Why Halle Berry proposed 08:02 Black Women That Proposed + Controversies Around It 11:49 Conclusion 📌 Leave a review if you enjoy Aisle Tell You What.

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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.

    Aisle Tell You What is brought to you by Hueido. Hueido is a media brand that adds color to Black weddings and marriage from yesterday, today, and tomorrow.

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    12 mins
  • The Untold Love Stories of Black Queer Women in the 1900s

    The Untold Love Stories of Black Queer Women in the 1900s
    Mar 3 2025
    Let's reflect on the lives of notable Black queer women in the early 20th century. I explore the stories of Lucy Diggs Slowe, Ethel Waters, Gladys Bentley, and Dorothy West, shedding light on their relationships and the societal challenges they faced. Additionally, I'll touch upon the broader context of 'Boston marriages'. Happy Women's History Month! 00:00 Introduction 01:45 Lucy and Mary 06:20 The Two Ethels 09:44 Gladys Bentley 12:50 Dorothy West 16:16 Boston Marriages & Black Queer Women 19:44 Conclusion Books:
    • The Famous Lady Lovers: Black Women and Queer Desire before Stonewall by Dr. Cookie Woolner - https://www.amazon.com/Famous-Lady-Lovers-Stonewall-American/dp/146967548X
    • Heat Wave: The Life and Career of Ethel Waters by Donald Bogle - https://www.amazon.com/Heat-Wave-Career-Ethel-Waters/dp/0061241741
    • Dorothy Dandridge: A Biography by Donald Bogle - https://www.amazon.com/Dorothy-Dandridge-Biography-Donald-Bogle-ebook/dp/B0928XQHF5?ref_=ast_author_mpb
    • And Bid Him Sing: A Biography of Countée Cullen by Charles Molesworth - https://www.amazon.com/Bid-Him-Sing-Biography-Count%C3%A9e/dp/0226533646
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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.

    Aisle Tell You What is brought to you by Hueido. Hueido is a media brand that adds color to Black weddings and marriage from yesterday, today, and tomorrow.

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    21 mins
  • They Said Yes… But Never Said ‘I Do'

    They Said Yes… But Never Said ‘I Do'
    Feb 24 2025

    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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    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.

    Aisle Tell You What is brought to you by Hueido. Hueido is a media brand that adds color to Black weddings and marriage from yesterday, today, and tomorrow.

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    20 mins
  • The Stories Behind Historic Black Weddings

    The Stories Behind Historic Black Weddings
    Feb 17 2025

    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.

    Aisle Tell You What is brought to you by Hueido. Hueido is a media brand that adds color to Black weddings and marriage from yesterday, today, and tomorrow.

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    29 mins
  • Unforgettable February Moments in Black Love History

    Unforgettable February Moments in Black Love History
    Feb 11 2025

    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 Married 13:42 Bob and Rita Marley's Wedding 16:50 Conclusion

    💬 Share your thoughts in the comments—what do you think about these stories? 📌 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more episodes! 🔗 Follow on social media for daily/weekly love Black history moments and more.

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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.

    Aisle Tell You What is brought to you by Hueido. Hueido is a media brand that adds color to Black weddings and marriage from yesterday, today, and tomorrow.

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    18 mins
  • Love & Innovation: The Stories of Prominent Black Inventors

    Love & Innovation: The Stories of Prominent Black Inventors
    Feb 3 2025

    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.

    💬 Share your thoughts in the comments—what do you think about these stories? 📌 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more episodes! 🔗 Follow on social media for daily/weekly love Black history moments and more.

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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.

    Aisle Tell You What is brought to you by Hueido. Hueido is a media brand that adds color to Black weddings and marriage from yesterday, today, and tomorrow.

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    18 mins