Let Me Put U On: How Black women helped preserve mahjong in America

Mahjong might be trending right now, but Black women have been building community around the game for generations. In this episode of “Let Me Put U On,” Nedra Rhone, co-host of the “It's UATL” podcast, digs into the surprising history of mahjong in Black communities and how the game became a way to connect, socialize and create joy. From Chicago game nights to Atlanta meetups, this is more than a story about mahjong. It's about the spaces people create to feel at home. Credits: Keith Lovely Jr / AJC | Estela Muñoz / AJC | Nedra Rhone | The Herald | Getty Images | Imperial Valley Press | Nedra Rhone / AJC