Topic: Amos And Andy

3 chapters across the catalog

63 Genders
Episode 977 54:53 - 58:55

977: 63 Genders

Christ Church Virginia, George Washington Pew, Historical Revisionism

Christ Church in Alexandria, Virginia, decided to remove plaques honoring George Washington and Robert E. Lee, claiming they make some visitors feel "unsafe." This is framed as part of a larger trend of historical revisionism. The segment also references Bill Cosby's past efforts to destroy recordings of "Amos 'n' Andy" due to racial stereotypes.

Highway to Hubris
Episode 296 40:38 - 41:38

296: Highway to Hubris

Bill Cosby, Amos & Andy Archive Destruction

Bill Cosby is reportedly engaged in a project to locate and destroy original copies of "Amos & Andy" and other historical media deemed racist. The effort is criticized as an attempt to erase historical evidence of American racism rather than using it as a teaching tool.

Probably a Super Delegate
Episode 44 1:26:09 - 1:30:35

44: Probably a Super Delegate

Public School Skepticism, Roots Miniseries, Amos and Andy

A discussion on the failures of the public school system highlights the high level of skepticism among modern students toward "dumbed down" curricula. The 1970s miniseries "Roots" is cited as a program that likely could not air today due to modern political correctness regarding historical language. Additionally, Bill Cosby's efforts to destroy "Amos and Andy" radio broadcasts are criticized as an attempt to erase history.