Black Genius: Essays on an American Legacy by Tre Johnson · Audiobook preview

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Black Genius: Essays on an American Legacy
Authored by Tre Johnson
Narrated by Tre Johnson

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BOOK DESCRIPTION

A powerful read redefining the meaning of genius while illuminating the ways in which Black Americans have found various ways to thrive despite insurmountable obstacles.

*A Washington Post 50 Notable Nonfiction Books of 2025 Pick*

Black genius sits at the heart of the American story. In his probing essay collection, Black Genius, cultural critic Tre Johnson examines how Black American culture has, against all odds, been the lifeblood of American ingenuity. At times using his own personal and professional stories, Johnson surveys Black cities, communities, and schools with an ever–watchful eye of what transpires around Black mobility.

With a passion for complex storytelling and pulling from both pop culture and American history, Johnson weaves past and present making his case for the genius of innovation. As he examined his findings, Johnson couldn’t help but wonder about the brilliance of the every day. Specifically, the creativity of the 90’s graffiti–style airbrush tee, his aunties packed weekend bus trips to Atlantic city, and the razor–tongued, socially–sharp, profanity–laced monologues of comedian Dick Gregory.

Again and again, he asks us to ponder—are these not obvious examples of genius?

Chatty yet profound, Black Genius subverts expectations from the very first page with a blend of reportage, historical data, and pop culture as Johnson dives into his own family history seeking big answers to complex questions. Johnson’s signature wit and curiosity turns history into an amusing sequence of events.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Tre Johnson was born in Trenton, NJ and now finds himself in Philadelphia, where he writes with a focus on race, culture and politics. His work has appeared in The Washington Post, Rolling Stone, Vox, The New York Times, Slate, Vanity Fair, The Grio, and other outlets. He has appeared to provide media commentary on CNN Tonight with Don Lemon; CBS Morning Show; PBS NewsHour, NPR’s Morning Edition, and other programs. In addition to writing, Tre is a career educator, working both inside and outside the classroom as a teacher and leader.

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AUDIOBOOK DETAILS

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Language: English
Publisher: Penguin Random House Audio
Published on: July 29, 2025
ISBN: 9798217076826
Duration: 7 hr, 11 min
Genres: Biography & Autobiography / Memoirs, Social Science / Cultural & Ethnic Studies / American / African American & Black Studies, Social Science / Essays