The pen is mightier than the sword. Lessons learned from Ida B. Wells

Reed, Write, and Create

On today’s episode of the podcast, I’m giving you a pep talk on the power and the potential of the written word to change the world. Yes, the pen is mightier than the sword, and I want all of my BIPOC writers to wield this powerful weapon with intention and agency. And because you know I like to give you role models to emulate, I’ll be sharing the inspiring story of how Ida B. Wells weaponized her words in order to make miracles happen. This is a pep talk you don’t want to miss.

“The way to right wrongs is to turn the light of truth upon them.” Ida B. Wells

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