*On November 14, 1960, four six-year-old girls – Ruby Bridges, Gail Etienne, Tessie Prevost, and Leona Tate – made history by desegregating public schools in New Orleans. Collectively, they became known as the “New Orleans Four.”
However, Ruby Bridges became a household name, while the other three became overlooked, unsung heroines.
In a poignant interview on the Underground Magnolia Podcast, Gail Etienne and Tessie Prevost share their heartfelt firsthand accounts of that fateful day.
They discuss the courage it took to face hostile crowds that day and beyond, the impact on their lives, and how they reclaimed their place as pioneers in the Civil Rights Movement.
(Oprah Winfrey honored the “New Orleans Four” when she made a surprise appearance at the recent Democratic National Convention in Chicago).
Joining the conversation is film director and producer Diedra Meredith (also known as singer and musician Deepa Soul).
She sheds light on her upcoming documentary, “The New Orleans Legacy Project,” which aims to explore the full narrative of all four girls.
*Note that the interview with Tessie Prevost was conducted in April 2024, just months before her death in July 2024.
Listen to the full episode on Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.
For more information on the “New Orleans Four” and “The New Orleans Legacy Project,” go here.
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