Michael W. Twitty
Keynote Speaker: Culinary Historian & Author of "KosherSoul" and "Rice: A Savor the South Cookbook"
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Michael W. Twitty Biography
Michael W. Twitty is a culinary historian and food writer living in Fredericksburg, Virginia. He blogs at Afroculinaria.com and has appeared on "Bizarre Foods America" with Andrew Zimmern, "Many Rivers to Cross" with Henry Louis Gates and most recently "Taste the Nation" with Top Chef’s Padma Lakshmi.
"The Cooking Gene," traces his ancestry through food from Africa to America and from slavery to freedom, a finalist for The Kirkus Prize and The Art of Eating Prize and a 3rd place winner of Barnes & Noble’s Discover New Writer’s Awards in Nonfiction.
"The Cooking Gene" won the 2018 James Beard Award for best writing as well as book of the year, making him the first Black author so awarded. His piece on visiting Ghana in Bon Appetit was included in Best Food Writing in 2019 and was nominated for a 2019 James Beard Award. His next book, “Rice,” a New York Times noted cookbook, became available through UNC Press in 2021.
"KosherSoul", his follow-up to "The Cooking Gene", was published in August 2022 through HarperCollins and received the 2022 National Jewish Book Award.
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Michael W. Twitty Speaking Topics
Enslavement, emancipation, reconstruction and deconstruction are intersectional with other parts of American civilization and unfortunately having conversations about them have become verboten in a push to unravel the progressive century. This program will seek to restore sanity and clarity as we face this cornerstone American issue head on and within both national and global contexts.
Join author and cultural scholar Michael W. Twitty for a discussion about banned books, what we are losing, and how to fight back.
Join gay author and cultural scholar Michael W. Twitty for a lively and sobering conversation about Queer Black History and LGBTQIA pioneers that have made queer liberation and Black liberation possible.
Being African American and Jewish is for many a combination that many can’t wrap their heads around. However, for thousands of Jews of color; having heritage, faith and family in both Diasporas—African and Jewish—and their many intersections means creating material, social and ideational lives that interweave identities and histories. For Michael, this includes food and the ways Black and Jews have mediated otherness and oppression using what they eat as well as the global stories Diasporic foodways have to offer. Join Michael on an exploration and a taste of what he calls, “KosherSoul.”
From Lil Nas X, to Empire, from Ru Paul to Pose, Black gay men have never been more hyper visible in American culture and yet Black gay men are still facing unique struggles and challenges that are unique to their diverse journeys. Join an actual Black gay man, openly gay author Michael W. Twitty for a discussion on the dichotomy between visibility and invisibility and slow acceptance. Learn the history of Black gay men in America and take a peek at solution points for a brighter future for the LGBT community and beyond.
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What topics does Michael W. Twitty speak about?
Michael W. Twitty is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Food & Beverage, Faith & Religion, Jewish Heritage, Diversity & Inclusion, Black Heritage, Black History Month, Social Activism, Authors, Marketing, Blogging, History, LGBTQ, Culture, Celebrity Chef, Lifestyle, Fitness, Mental Health, Social Justice, Civil Rights and Social Sciences.
Where does Michael W. Twitty travel from?
Michael W. Twitty generally travels from Virginia, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Michael W. Twitty?
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Michael W. Twitty is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Food & Beverage, Faith & Religion and Jewish Heritage. The estimated speaking fee range to book Michael W. Twitty for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Michael W. Twitty generally travels from Virginia, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Michael Solomonov, Ijeoma Oluo and Art Smith. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Michael W. Twitty for an upcoming event.
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Michael W. Twitty Speaking Topics
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How to Talk About Slavery: Having the talk with each other and our neighbors about the Foundational Institution
Enslavement, emancipation, reconstruction and deconstruction are intersectional with other parts of American civilization and unfortunately having conversations about them have become verboten in a push to unravel the progressive century. This program will seek to restore sanity and clarity as we face this cornerstone American issue head on and within both national and global contexts.
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The Importance of Black Stories to Everyone
Join author and cultural scholar Michael W. Twitty for a discussion about banned books, what we are losing, and how to fight back.
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Queer Black History You Never Learned in School but Should Have
Join gay author and cultural scholar Michael W. Twitty for a lively and sobering conversation about Queer Black History and LGBTQIA pioneers that have made queer liberation and Black liberation possible.
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Kosher/Soul?: Black-Jewish Identity Cooking
Being African American and Jewish is for many a combination that many can’t wrap their heads around. However, for thousands of Jews of color; having heritage, faith and family in both Diasporas—African and Jewish—and their many intersections means creating material, social and ideational lives that interweave identities and histories. For Michael, this includes food and the ways Black and Jews have mediated otherness and oppression using what they eat as well as the global stories Diasporic foodways have to offer. Join Michael on an exploration and a taste of what he calls, “KosherSoul.”
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The Price Of Hyper {In}Visibility: Being Gay, Black, And Male In America
From Lil Nas X, to Empire, from Ru Paul to Pose, Black gay men have never been more hyper visible in American culture and yet Black gay men are still facing unique struggles and challenges that are unique to their diverse journeys. Join an actual Black gay man, openly gay author Michael W. Twitty for a discussion on the dichotomy between visibility and invisibility and slow acceptance. Learn the history of Black gay men in America and take a peek at solution points for a brighter future for the LGBT community and beyond.
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Michael W. Twitty Reviews
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Vertex Inc. - Mar 15 2024
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Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey - Apr 01 2022
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Reston Community Center - Mar 01 2021
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Richland Library - Nov 19 2020
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Michael Twitty's 'Cooking Gene': Searching for roots in food, family ...
Should there ever be a competition for most interesting man in the world, Michael W. Twitty would be a serious contender. A self-taught independent culinary ...
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Michael Twitty, the African American Jewish writer, is poised to give ...
Michael Twitty discusses the connection between African American and Jewish diaspora's cultural connection to food.
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Michael Twitty's 'The Cooking Gene' Explores Intersection of Culture ...
Michael Twitty's book, 'The Cooking Gene: A Journey Through African American Culinary History in the Old ... Image: "The Cooking Gene" by Michael W. Twitty.
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How do I book Michael W. Twitty to speak at my event?
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How much does it cost to book Michael W. Twitty for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Michael W. Twitty, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Michael W. Twitty are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Michael W. Twitty, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Michael W. Twitty speak about?
Michael W. Twitty is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Food & Beverage, Faith & Religion, Jewish Heritage, Diversity & Inclusion, Black Heritage, Black History Month, Social Activism, Authors, Marketing, Blogging, History, LGBTQ, Culture, Celebrity Chef, Lifestyle, Fitness, Mental Health, Social Justice, Civil Rights and Social Sciences. -
Where does Michael W. Twitty travel from?
Michael W. Twitty generally travels from Virginia, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Michael W. Twitty?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Michael W. Twitty for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Michael W. Twitty for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Michael W. Twitty or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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