Malcolm X in NYC

Published: April 14, 2013, 5:08 a.m.

b'Malcolm X had an immeasurable impact around the world, but a great deal of his\\xa0activism\\xa0happened while he was living in New York City. \\xa0Kate and Kathleen tell you all about his crimes in his youth, which led to prison, which led him to the teachings of Elijah Muhammed and the Nation of Islam. \\xa0His work as the leading voice of the NOI came to an abrupt and ugly end, but this didn\'t stop his work and greater impact on civil rights and human rights. \\xa0Learn all about\\xa0this\\xa0fascinating\\xa0person in Episode X.\\n\\nMore info to check out after you listen:\\n\\nThe Autobiography of Malcolm X would be required reading, if podcasts had that. It is so good. It reads like a novel. READ IT.\\n\\nA video of Malcolm X discussing his "chickens coming home to roost" comment\\n\\nPlenty of other videos of Malcolm X\'s speeches\\n\\nLearn more about Malcolm X and his work at The Malcolm X and Dr Betty Shabazz Memorial and Educational Center\\n\\nAs always, our Facebook page has lots of bonus images!'