# Granville Woods: The Genius Who Kept Trains Talking

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Podcast: [Once Upon A Time In Black History](https://stenobird.com/podcast/once-upon-a-time-in-black-history-7024254)
Published: 2026-02-02T22:31:45+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of Once Upon A Time in Black History, host Tamara Shiloh explores the remarkable life of Granville Woods—a self-taught inventor whose brilliance helped transform railroad safety and modern communication. Born in 1856 during a time of extreme racial barriers, Granville Woods never let limited access to formal education stop him. Through curiosity, hands-on learning, and relentless experimentation, he became a pioneer in electrical and communication technology. His groundbreaking inventions allowed moving trains to communicate with one another and with stations, dramatically reducing accidents and improving efficiency. Often called “The Black Edison,” Woods earned more than 60 patents and fought tirelessly to receive credit for his work in the face of discrimination. From safer rail travel to advances in long-distance communication, his legacy still shapes the connected world we live in today. Tune in to learn how Granville Woods proved that innovation has no limits—and why his story still matters. #GranvilleWoods#BlackHistoryMonth#BlackInventors#BlackHistory#STEMHistory

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