Ernest Crim III on Black History, Media Representation, and Storytelling as Activism

In this episode of The Avatar Slang Podcast, I’m joined by Ernest Crim III (@MrCrim3), an educator, speaker, and activist who uses history as a tool for empowerment. We dive into the importance of Black history, how media and storytelling shape narratives, and the intersection of nerd culture and activism.

Ernest shares his journey from teaching to becoming a public historian, how a life-changing Black history course reshaped his perspective, and why representation in media—especially in comics, sci-fi, and animation—is more powerful than we realize. We discuss everything from Marvel’s socially conscious storytelling to how historical narratives can be made more engaging through pop culture.

Plus, we talk about his upcoming book, "How Black History Can Save Your Life," which drops March 25th. Tune in for a deep, thought-provoking conversation that connects nerd culture, education, and social change in ways you may not have considered before!

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube!📖 Pre-order Ernest’s book at ErnestCrim.com📲 Follow Ernest on Instagram: @MrCrim3

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