The Moth

Pearls, Popped Collars, and a Guyanese American

The moth thumbnail

Ann Jankie learns a lesson in turning embarrassment and worry into one of pride.

Tags Race Anxiety Black culture School Growing up Education Societal expectations Civil Rights Community Thought-provoking Inspiring Historical Mature content Serious Bittersweet

Storyteller

Ann Jankie

Featured on

Robert Sherer & Ann Jankie

Original Air Date

August 1, 2017

Recorded Date

February 2, 2015

“He’d make eye contact with a random stranger and say ‘how old do you think I am?’​​”

Ann Jankie

Related Stories

  • The Holy Ghost B*tch Slap

    Lutheran minister Nadia Bolz Weber starts her own church. 

    Radio Extras

  • And How Does That Make You Feel?

    A CSW helps a young slacker get on track, and gives him the tools, and a reason, to cry.

  • And What Would You Like?

    Steve's happy hour outing with his coworkers turns into an awkward learning experience for the waitress.

  • And How Does That Make You Feel?

    A CSW helps a young slacker get on track, and gives him the tools, and a reason, to cry.