Jean Greene
Host of Sips from the Sipp
Jean Greene is the co-director of the Utica Institute Museum, an institution dedicated to exploration of William Holtzclaw's Utica Institute and Southern Black education on the campus of Hinds Community College-Utica. Jean is the retired Director of Library Services and Archives on the campus.
Jean Greene has hosted 42 Episodes.
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Episode 10: Mrs. Chris Tanner Watkins - Black Man's Burden ch. 5 Discussion
January 4th, 2024 | Season 1 | 34 mins 29 secs
In this engaging conversation, Jean is joined by Mrs. Chris Tanner Watkins to discuss chapter 5 of "The Black Man's Burden." This chapter delves into William H. Holtzclaw's arduous journey, navigating racial complexities in the Delta. Amid encounters with entrenched racial attitudes, Holtzclaw's resilience, inspired by Booker T. Washington & Mr. William Edwards at Snow Hill, propels him to establish a groundbreaking school in Utica, challenging societal norms.
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Episode 9: Black Man's Burden, Chapter 5
December 28th, 2023 | Season 1 | 37 mins 47 secs
A reading of William Holtzclaw's autobiography, Black Man's Burden. Chapter 5. William Holtzclaw was the founder of the Utica Normal and Industrial Institute, a "Little Tuskegee" in rural Utica, Mississippi. His book, the first published by an African American in Mississippi, recounts his journey in establishing the school.
In this chapter, William H. Holtzclaw, inspired by the efforts of his mentor Professor Edwards, leaves Snow Hill and embarks on a challenging journey through Mississippi. Determined to establish an independent school, he faces skepticism from both white and Black communities but ultimately secures support, opens a public school, and tirelessly advocates for educational upliftment in Utica.
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Episode 8: Mrs. Beverly Trimble - Black Man's Burden ch. 4 Discussion
December 21st, 2023 | Season 1 | 30 mins 24 secs
In this podcast episode, Jean Greene and Mrs. Beverly Trimble discuss Chapter 4 of William Holtzclaw's autobiography, "Black Man's Burden." They explore Holtzclaw's life on his way to Mississippi, emphasizing his challenges, determination, and commitment to education. The conversation also highlights the importance of community support and advocates for rebuilding and preserving past values for the benefit of the community and educational institutions.
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Episode 7: Black Man's Burden, Chapter 4
December 14th, 2023 | Season 1 | 17 mins 19 secs
A reading of William Holtzclaw's autobiography, Black Man's Burden. Chapter 4. William Holtzclaw was the founder of the Utica Normal and Industrial Institute, a "Little Tuskegee" in rural Utica, Mississippi. His book, the first published by an African American in Mississippi, recounts his journey in establishing the school.
In this chapter, Holtzclaw discusses the beginnings of his dream to start a school in Mississippi.
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Episode 6: Mrs. Denise Taylor - Black Man's Burden ch. 3 Discussion
December 7th, 2023 | Season 1 | 31 mins 46 secs
Jean Greene and Mrs. Denise Taylor discuss Chapter 3 of William Holtzclaw's autobiography, Black Man's Burden. Mrs. Taylor worked for many years on campus in the Dean of Students office and now serves in the college PBI office. She has deep roots in the Utica area. In this episode, Jean and Mrs. Taylor discuss the relevance of chapter 3 including a discussion of the family connections she shares with William Holtzclaw dating back to the founding.
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Episode 5: Black Man's Burden, Chapter 3
November 30th, 2023 | Season 1 | 31 mins 34 secs
A reading of William Holtzclaw's autobiography, Black Man's Burden. Chapter 3. William Holtzclaw was the founder of the Utica Normal and Industrial Institute, a "Little Tuskegee" in rural Utica, Mississippi. His book, the first published by an African American in Mississippi, recounts his journey in establishing the school.
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Episode 4: Mrs. Alma Fisher - Black Man's Burden ch. 2 Discussion
November 23rd, 2023 | Season 1 | 33 mins 58 secs
Jean Greene and Mrs. Alma Fisher, retired director of library services at Utica, discuss Chapter 2 of William Holtzclaw's autobiography, Black Man's Burden. Mrs. Fisher is the retired director of library services at Utica, grew up in the area, and is deeply invested in the Utica community. In this episode, Jean and Mrs. Fisher discuss the relevance of chapter 2 including a discussion of Mrs. Fisher's memories of her own childhood experiences.
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Episode 3: Black Man's Burden, Chapter 2
November 16th, 2023 | Season 1 | 34 mins 57 secs
A reading of William Holtzclaw's autobiography, Black Man's Burden. Chapter 2. William Holtzclaw was the founder of the Utica Normal and Industrial Institute, a "Little Tuskegee" in rural Utica, Mississippi. His book, the first published by an African American in Mississippi, recounts his journey in establishing the school.
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Episode 2: Dr. Eldridge Henderson - Black Man's Burden ch. 1 Discussion
November 9th, 2023 | Season 1 | 51 mins 53 secs
Jean Greene and Dr. Eldridge Henderson discuss the first chapter of William Holtzclaw's autobiography, Black Man's Burden.
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Episode 1: Black Man's Burden, Chapter 1
November 2nd, 2023 | Season 1 | 23 mins 53 secs
A reading of William Holtzclaw's autobiography, Black Man's Burden. Chapter 1. William Holtzclaw was the founder of the Utica Normal and Industrial Institute, a "Little Tuskegee" in rural Utica, Mississippi. His book, the first published by an African American in Mississippi, recounts his journey in establishing the school.