Historically Black Phrases Live starring jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson

The live game show experience based on the NAACP Image Award-winning book, “Historically Black Phrases: From ‘I Ain’t One Of Your Lil’ Friends’ to ‘Who All Gon’ Be There?,” is returning to Boston. Hosted by co-authors jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson, Historically Black Phrases Live! features notable contestants from the Boston area competing in rounds of gameplay rooted in trivia about Black culture and language — all things Boo Boo The Fool and other Historically Black Phrases. One lucky audience members will also get the chance to test their knowledge against the contestants for prizes.

Copies of “Historically Black Phrases” will be available for purchase from our bookstore partner Frugal Bookstore and the authors will sign after the show.

About “Historically Black Phrases”

Black vernacular doesn’t often get its due — despite its enormous influence on mainstream culture — but "Historically Black Phrases" is here to give Black language its flowers. A celebration of more than two hundred staples of Black conversation—from church sayings and units of measure to compliments and reprimands—this sharp and witty guide explores the unique importance of Black expression and communication. "Historically Black Phrases" offers definitions and notable pop culture moments, as well as tips on pronunciation and usage of phrases like “feelin’ yourself,” “don’t get it twisted” and “pop off.” In addition to the phrases, short essays offer insight on different facets of Black language from scholars, entertainers, and pop culture commentators (i.e. everybody and they mama).

Authors, journalists and hosts of the award-winning podcast “FANTI,” jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson examine each phrase with humor and cultural precision, making Historically Black Phrases a vital ode to how Black language influences the world.

Ways To Save

WBUR’s Legacy Circle, Murrow Society, Sustainers and Members save $5.00 on tickets to this event. To apply the discount to your ticket purchase online, you’ll need to enter a promo code. You can get your code by emailing membership@wbur.org.

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