For our final episode of February, Engage Radio is honored to offer reflections on the rich and multifaceted African-American history of Middletown.

This episode is presented in partnership with Dr. Jesse Nasta and the Middletown Historical Society. Alongside Professor Nasta, we’ll hear from Middletown municipal historian Debbie Shapiro and historian John Mills, who will discuss their successful efforts to honor "Prince Mortimer", a slave who was held captive in Middletown, through an honorary street name dedication. The program also features a reading of an original poem by Middletown poet Grace Figueroa.

Throughout this episode you'll also hear reflections on Black history from our family, friends, and listeners. Thanks to Clifton Watson, Annika Willewicz, Lauren Tran-Muchowski, Audrey Nelson and Zion Alexis for their work to help produce this episode.

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