Dr. Marvin Dunn Interview | The Beast in Florida
Dr. Marvin Dunn Interview: A Powerful Look at Florida’s History of Anti-Black Violence
This episode explores the history of anti-Black violence in Florida through Dr. Marvin Dunn’s book, The Beast in Florida: A History of Anti-Black Violence. The discussion covers topics such as racism, lynching, due process, racial fencing, and the Newberry massacre. Dr. Dunn explains how systemic racism was enforced through laws, violence, and social pressure, and he connects historical events to modern-day issues such as policing, racial fear, and media stereotypes. Listeners will gain deeper insight into how these violent systems shaped Florida’s history and continue to impact communities today.
Disclaimer: Excuse the slight sound of rain during the first 18 minutes of the program.
Episode Overview
- Episode Length: 1:19:32
- Topics Covered: 6
- References Made: 31
Topics Discussed (6)
Dr. Marvin Dunn on Racism
In this interview introduction, Dr. Dunn discusses the definition of racism and terrorism within the context of his book, The Beast in Florida: A History of Anti-Black Violence.
Dr. Marvin Dunn on the Fear of Black Men
In this segment on racial understandings, Dr. Dunn discusses the Florida man meme, who is more confused about racism (past vs present), the pervasive fear of black men and modern day lynchings.
Dr. Marvin Dunn on Due Process
In part 1, Dr. Dunn discusses the south’s morbid preoccupation with sex, the opposition to education for Americans classified as black, the concept of jury nullification, former Florida governor Sidney Catts, the blue lives matter movement and the right to due process.
Dr. Marvin Dunn on Lynch Parties
In part 2, Dr. Dunn discusses the phrase lynch parties, municipalities referred to as sundown towns, the convict lease system and the no sanctuary concept.
Dr. Marvin Dunn on Racial Fencing
In part 3, Dr. Dunn discusses white women’s role in racism, the concept referred to as racial fencing and his use of the phrase alien negroes in reference to Bahamians vs #ADOS.
Dr. Marvin Dunn on the Newberry Massacre
In part 4, Dr. Dunn discusses the Lynch Hammock area of Newberry, FL where six Americans classified as black were lynched including Boise Long and his pregnant wife Stella Young. Former slave Burly Jones, the ignorance of white children during lynching’s, the concept of no snitching, examples of white people helping, refined vs unrefined terrorism and Florida legend, Harry T. Moore are also discussed.
References & Resources Mentioned (31)
Books & Publications
- A History of Florida: Through Black Eyes
- The Beast in Florida: A History of Anti-Black Violence
- Black Miami in the Twentieth Century (Florida History and Culture)
- Bahamians in Coconut Grove (West Grove), FL
- The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness
- Sundown Towns: A Hidden Dimension of American Racism
- The United-Independent Compensatory Code/System/Concept – Neely Fuller Jr.
People & Historical Figures
- Dr. Marvin Dunn
- Arthur McDuffie
- Bill Cosby 1 2
- Boise Long
- Claude Neal
- Emmett Till
- Judge Wilkie D. Ferguson
- Julius “July” Perry
- Malcolm X
- Reuben Stacy
- Seminole Indians
- William “Grey Eye” Simmons
- Gus T. Renegade
- Harry T. Moore
- John Bryce
- Sam Carter
- Stella Young
- Burly Jones
- Airbnb Guest
- BBQ Becky (Jennifer Schulte)
- Bryan Hudson
- Yale Students (Sarah Braasch)
- Governor Sydney Catts
- Morgan Freeman 3 4
Events, Locations & Communities
- Rosewood
- The Newberry massacre
- Lynch Hammock
- Sundown Towns
- Newberry, Florida
- Coconut Grove (West Grove), FL
Media, Organizations & Cultural References
What is the Dr. Marvin Dunn interview about?
The interview explores Dr. Marvin Dunn’s book The Beast in Florida: A History of Anti-Black Violence. It discusses the history of racism, lynching, and anti-Black violence in Florida and how those systems shaped the state’s social and legal history.
Who is Dr. Marvin Dunn?
Dr. Marvin Dunn is a professor emeritus of psychology and author of The Beast in Florida. He is known for his research on racial violence and Florida’s history of anti-Black terrorism.
What topics are covered in the episode?
The episode covers racism, fear of Black men, due process, lynch parties, racial fencing, and the Newberry massacre. It also explores how historical violence connects to modern-day racial dynamics.
Where can I find the sources referenced in the interview?
The page includes a complete list of 34 references and resources mentioned during the interview, including books, historical figures, and key events like Rosewood and the Newberry massacre.
Is there an audio version of the interview?
Yes, the interview is available as a full audio episode on this page. You can listen directly or download the episode from the provided audio link.
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