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American Black Journal
Barbershop
A program that encourages African American boys to read while waiting their turn at the barbershop has come to Detroit. Originating in Harlem, the “barbershop books” initiative aims to increase literacy among black boys. The US department of education says more than 85-percent of 4th grade African American males are not proficient in reading. Episode 4725/Segment 1
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Alvin Ailey Dance Theater stops in Detroit and two women DJs talk about Detroit’s techno music scene
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Celebrating The Wright Museum’s 60th anniversary and Teen HYPE’s play “Two Detroits.”
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A documentary on former NAACP leader Walter White and a discussion about the NAACP’s legacy.
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2025 Kresge Eminent Artist, Carl Craig’s “All Black Vinyl” series and journalist Al Allen.
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A panel discussion on the Great Migration and the 9th annual African American Family Book Expo.
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“Ruby - The Musical,” “Confederates” play and a performance from the Sphinx Competition.
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A look at how Black churches helped Southerners who came North during the Great Migration.
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The National Day of Racial Healing and the 2025 outlook for small businesses in Michigan.
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MLK Day at The Wright Museum, National Day of Racial Healing and a James Baldwin exhibit.
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2024 Year in Review: Current events, arts & culture and “The Black Church in Detroit.”
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“The Black Church in Detroit” series looks at the challenges and opportunities of 2025
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A special report on the restoration of Malcolm X’s former home in Inkster, Michigan.