Podcast

History’s Forgotten: Episode 6 — Matthew Henson, Black History Month

Christi Norris, Caroline Wilburn, and Maddie Moats
February 24, 2021

Reading Time: < 1 minute

In this episode

For Black History Month, seniors Maddie Moats, Caroline Wilburn and junior Christi Norris discuss important contributions of African Americans throughout history in this episode of “History’s Forgotten.” This podcast highlights Matthew Henson, an explorer who was a vital part of the team that made the first journey to the North Pole. Henson spent most of his life without appreciation for his contributions to the historical expedition. But after decades of being forgotten, his accomplishment was honored by the U.S. Congress and the Explorers Club in New York City. Henson faced discrimination his entire life but never let bias and hate keep him from changing the world.

Topics Covered:

Arlington National Cemetary

Black History Month

Civil Rights Movement

Jim Crow

About the Contributors

Christi Norris, Photo Editor

Christi Norris was born in Colorado, but for the last few years, she's called Seattle, Washington, home. She moved to Prosper in the summer of 2019. Christi is a junior who is passionate about photography. She is excited to fill the role of photo editor for the 2020-2021 school year and can't wait to help other photojournalists grow and achieve their goals. In her spare time you can often find working at a plant shop or writing letters.

Caroline Wilburn, Sports Editor

Caroline Wilburn, a senior, has lived in Prosper, Texas, since 2010. This is her second year on staff, and she holds the position of sports editor this year. In addition, she serves on the editorial board for Eagle Nation Online. Outside of school, she enjoys spending time with friends, family and her dogs. She also plays for the varsity tennis team and looks forward to combining her love for sports and journalism together.

Maddie Moats, Social Media Co-Director

Maddie Moats was born in Akron, Ohio, and she moved to Prosper in 2012. A senior at PHS, Maddie works at Starbucks and enjoys writing, dancing, biking, longboarding, reading vintage magazines, and is currently trying to learn how to ride a unicycle.