Rebel Spirit

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Rebel Spirit is a brand new podcast series from Akilah Hughes (Crooked Media’s “What a Day”) about her return to her small town of Florence, Kentucky with a mission to change her high school’s mascot from a Confederate General into a Biscuit. Read more

Society & Culture Comedy

Episodes

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04/15/2025 00:01:43 Episode 12: Erasures

02/25/2025 00:21:50Episode 11: Open Records

02/11/2025 00:30:24New Year Update

01/28/2025 00:32:34 Show all episodes

Our take on Rebel Spirit podcast

Rebel Spirit is a fresh and fascinating podcast by Akilah Hughes, who takes us back to her hometown of Florence, Kentucky, with one quirky goal: to replace a Confederate General mascot with a Biscuit. It's a funny yet deep exploration of historical corrections in modern times. Featuring interviews with diverse voices, including the creator of the viral mascot Gritty and influential figures like Jemele Hill, the podcast puts together personal tales with broader social impacts. Filled with local allies and national perspectives, Rebel Spirit is both entertaining and thought-provoking.