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July 2, 2023 14 mins

Do you know the difference between Southern food and soul food?

Get ready to find out!


On this episode of The Soul Food Pod, host Shaunda Necole, with very special guests, oldest grandson Kobe and youngest son Dahvi discuss the significance of food in Black culture. Shaunda highlights how soul food reflects the rich heritage of Black history and how food brings people together in the Black community.


In a thought-provoking segment, Shaunda agrees with NBA player Draymond Green's call to eliminate Black History Month and instead incorporate Black history teachings year-round. Her son and grandson contribute to the discussion, emphasizing the importance of Black history and legacy.


Shaunda draws connections between Black history and food, particularly mentioning Thanksgiving and soul food recipe favorites. Delighting your taste buds, Shaunda, Kobe, and Dahvi provide a tantalizing list of notable recipes enjoyed during Black History Month, including collard greens, candied yams, homemade cornbread, macaroni and cheese, chicken, sweet potato pie, and banana pudding! Shaunda points out that these recipes are considered authentic soul food because they’ve been passed down through generations in the African American community.


What you'll learn in this episode?

  • Shaunda and her son Dahvi dive into a thought-provoking discussion about the representation of Black history and culture in today's society.
  • They explore the experiences of different generations, acknowledging the risk of being overwhelmed by the multitude of voices in today's media landscape.
  • Dahvi explains how the tragic murder of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor during the COVID crisis becomes a turning point, prompting a vital need to address critical racial issues and make an impact.
  • Throughout this compelling episode, The Soul Food Pod serves up a delectable feast of food, history, and meaningful conversations.
  • Wrapping up the episode, Shaunda expresses her gratitude to her sons for joining her and encourages you to explore soul food and take your recipes beyond Southern!


 

Links & resources mentioned in the episode:

Black History Month soul food recipes:

https://thesoulfoodpot.com/black-history-month-soul-food/


Black History Month Food episode recap:

https://thesoulfoodpot.com/thesoulfoodpod-ep13-black-history-month-food/


Episode show notes: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thesoulfoodpot.com/podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Podcast featured recipes: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thesoulfoodpot.com/category/soul-food-podcast/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Privacy policy: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thesoulfoodpot.com/privacy-policy/⁠⁠



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