Have you ever felt like you were in a race with no finish line? Running as fast as you can, in what feels like circles, grasping to reach a constantly moving goal? And the more you grow, the more you convince yourself that you still need to go further? Have you ever stopped to consider whether your definition of success really serves you? We’ve all been there. Many of us are there right now. That’s what we’re talking about today. What does it mean to be successful in America and as Black People? What’s the price and how much are we willing to pay?

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Links mentioned in this episode:

> Dave Chappelle is one of the most prolific American Griots of our time. He’s not just a comedian, but he uses his art and his platform to tell stories that make us laugh, think, and grow. Check out his full length interview on CBS This Morning and an amazing collage of thoughtful moments here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ClkRA2XQrY&feature=youtu.be&t=140. 

> After Skool is a super dope YouTube channel that has all kinds of videos that make you reflect and consider life from a different vantage point. We mentioned the Thoth prophecy in this episode, so we’d highly recommend checking out the full clip.

> This WSJ article talks about why, decades after the civil-rights movement, Black people still seem to be hitting a ceiling on their rise to success. Only 1% of the CEOs running America’s top companies are Black. Keith and I share some of our thoughts about this, but we encourage you to read it for yourself. 

> As we endeavor to tell a more full story of our history, we often cross-reference many resources, but here are a few. We hope that something we said about the creation of Race sparks your curiosity and inspires you to dive deeper into researching more of our collective history.

• Indentured Servants in the US - PBS.org
• Inventing Black and White - Facinghistory.com
• First Slaves Arrive in Massachusetts - MassMoments.org
• First Enslaved Africans Arrive in Jamestown Colony - History.com
• The Story of Race: A History - YouTube
• How American Invented Race - YouTube

> You can always find us at www.theamericangriot.com

> Ready for a reboot? As a Whole Wellness Coach, Jomil can help you get unstuck and find your path to whole health. Our listeners are invited to receive a complimentary coaching session by going to www.jomilbell.com

> Do you want to turn your passion into profit? Keith consults with startup founders to design and deploy experiences that engage and convert. Learn how he can help your business at www.culpergroup.co or connect with him on LinkedIn.