American Black Journal - A Detroit Public Television Production
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Air date: 11/13/16. We talk with CEO Joseph Anderson, Jr. about Michigan’s current business climate and the outlook for black business owners. Plus, the push is on to get Detroiters trained for job openings in the skilled trades. Episode 4506.
Air date: 11/6/16. As this year’s historic presidential election nears, we’ll talk about getting out the vote and what’s at stake for African-Americans. Plus, details on a local organization that brings out the hidden talents of special needs c
Air date: 10/30/16. We talk with Davontae Sanford, the young man who was freed from prison after being wrongfully convicted of murder. Plus, the CEO of the Motown Museum will give us the details on the expansion plans for the popular tourist de
Air date: 10/23/16. Host Stephen Henderson conducts a wide-ranging interview with former Detroit Mayor Dennis Archer about his career, this year’s historic election, and Detroit’s future. Plus, we get details on a local organization that encour
Air date: 10/9/16. We discuss the opening of the first national museum dedicated to the African-American experience. Plus, the DPS Foundation raises money for Detroit students. Episode 4501.
Air date: 10/2/16. Three African-American HistoryMakers who made their mark in music, media and sports go back to school to encourage young people. Plus, details on a new foundation honoring the legacy of a legendary Detroit banker. Episode 445
Air date: 9/11/16. Our panel tackles some of the topics impacting the Black community: Donald Trump’s visit to a Black church in Detroit, NFL player Colin Kaepernick’s national anthem protest, and the firestorm created by actor/director Nate Pa
Air date: 8/25/16. How people perceive downtown Detroit; a look at how Michigan’s economy is ranked; and the economic divide in bordering school districts. Episode 518.
Air date: 8/14/16. A new effort to prevent heart disease and stroke in the African-American community uses inspirational talks and music to raise awareness. Plus, an art project transforms the Osborn neighborhood. Episode 4445.
Air date: 8/7/16. Ford Motor Company is behind an efforts to change the perception of African-American men. We get the details on “Men of Courage.” Plus, more than 500 young people get ready to showcase their artistic talents in downtown Detroi
Air date: 7/17/16. Legendary Detroit artist Charles McGee creates a landmark sculpture for the Charles H. Wright Museum. Plus, we talk with Attorney Elliott Hall about breaking racial barriers at Ford Motor Company. Episode 4441.
Air date: 7/10/16. A milestone anniversary for ARISE Detroit’s Neighborhoods Day. Plus, we explain how ballroom dancing is helping bring awareness to mental illness in the black community. Episode 4440.
Air date: 7/3/16. An historic African-American district in Detroit gets the greenlight for a massive redevelopment. Plus, details on the first book to chronicle the Flint water crisis. Episode 4439.
Air date: 6/26/16. We explore the connection between poverty and prison. Plus, we’ll hear about efforst to reduce the family cycle of crime and juvenile delinquency. Also, a program that helps people who have been challenged in their search for
Air date: 6/19/16. A look at the efforts to combat sickle cell disease – we talk with Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy, Anastasia Worthy, and Dr. Wanda Whitten-Shurney about the mths, facts, and treatment for this chronic disease. Plus, Pont
Air date: 5/29/16. One of the highest ranking African-Americans in the auto industry, GM Vice President Ed Welburn, talks about his career and breaking racial barriers in corporate America. Plus, the Michigan Veterans Foundation breaks ground o
Air date: 5/22/16. We’re on the road at Detroit City Airport for a special look at careers in aviation. Plus, members of the Tuskegee Airmen stop by to share their history-making stories. Episode 4433.
Air date: 5/1/16. A black history-maker shares her experiences breaking gender and racial barriers; details on Bookstock; we meet two young boxers in search of the American dream. Episode 4430.
Air date: 4/24/16. Detroit Tigers legend Willie Horton joins us to discuss the newly named “Willie Horton Field of Dreams” at the site of the old Tiger Stadium. Plus, Michael Ford, the head of the Regional Transit Authority gives us an update o
Air date: 4/17/16. A local non-profit is working to increase home ownership in Detroit We get the details on Southwest Solutions’ “HomeLIFT” program, which provides grants for down payments. Plus, the Detroit Deltas are tapping into local young
Air date: 4/3/16. The Detroit Police Athletic League gets ready to break ground at the site of former Tiger Stadium. Plus, we’ll tell you where entrepreneurs can get some practical advice on starting and growing their businesses. Episode 4426.
Air date: 3/27/16. We welcome Urban League President N. Charles Anderson to discuss the organization’s milestone anniversary. Also, in honor of Women’s History month, Major General Gwendolyn Bingham shares her experiences breaking barriers in t
Air date: 3/20/16. We meet Alycia Meriweather, the new Interim Superintendent of Detroit Public Schools. Plus, best-selling author Shaka Senghor stops by to discuss his new book, “Writing my Wrongs.” And Ken Coleman shares a new edition of On T
Air date: 3/1316. We talk with Kimberly Avery, an African-American trailblazer in Michigan’s Transportation Department. Plus, we tell you about two major projects from the Detroit Journalism Cooperative and Detroit Historical Museum, looking ba
Air date: 3/6/16. Former Detroit Mayor Dave Bing discusses his concern over the lack of Detroiters involved in the City’s resurgence and the growing frustration of minority companies and residents. We get his thoughts on what needs to be done t
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