In this video, I break down a very important topic, often overlooked by many black men, and that has been written about extensively by countless black women - James Baldwin's gender, politics and treatment of black women in his literature. We break down this topic through looking at the pivotal conversation between James Baldwin, and.Nikki Giovanni in 1971, where they talk Black life, love, and family. Was Jim Baldwin sexist? Was he misogynistic? Did he align with misogynoir?

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ESSAY CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
01:00 James Baldwin and Nikki Giovanni Conversation in 1971
03:18 What is MISOGYNY and MISOGYNOIR?
05:48 Misogynoir and Black Gender in the 1960s
07:46 Baldwin and Giovanni Talk in 1971
10:22 Black Men As Protectors and Enactors of Violence
11:44 How Black Men Excuse Violence In Favor of the Patriarchy
15;55 Black Women in the Black Panther Party
17:08 On Baldwin, Heterocentrism, and Sexuality
18:24 Audre Lorde talks to James Baldwin in 1984
22:56 Joseph Beam on James Baldwin and Black Gender
24:11 My experiences with Black gender expectations and DV in family
25:15 Takeaways on how Black men can confront patriarchal violence

In this video, we embark on a deep exploration of James Baldwin's engagement, or lack thereof, with Black feminism and gender discourse, focusing on pivotal conversations with Nikki Giovanni in 1971 and Audre Lorde in 1984. Beginning with an analysis of misogyny and misogynoir, we traverse through historical contexts to dissect Baldwin and Giovanni's dialogue on Black masculinity, violence, and the role of Black women in activism. We challenge conventional notions of Black masculinity, examine the experiences of Black women within movements like the Black Panther Party, and interrogate Baldwin's views on heterocentrism and sexuality. Incorporating insights from scholars like Joseph Beam and personal reflections on Black gender expectations, we conclude with actionable takeaways on empowering Black men to confront patriarchal violence and foster equitable gender relations within the community. Join us on this critical journey as we navigate the intricate intersections of race, gender, and activism within Baldwin's legacy.

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