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The Art of Black Preaching

The Art of Black Preaching

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Thomas Dorsey's Legacy

Thomas Dorsey's Legacy

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"Move on Up a Little Higher" Changes the Gospel Game

"Move on Up a Little Higher" Changes the Gospel Game

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Reverend C.L. Franklin Goes on the Record

Reverend C.L. Franklin Goes on the Record

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Dionne on Mahalia

Dionne on Mahalia

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Rev. Dwight Andrews Discusses C.L. Franklin's Influence

Rev. Dwight Andrews Discusses C.L. Franklin's Influence

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The Gospel Train

The Gospel Train

Season 1 Episode 1
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The Golden Age of Gospel

The Golden Age of Gospel

Season 1 Episode 2
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Take the Message Everywhere

Take the Message Everywhere

Season 1 Episode 3
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Gospel's Second Century

Gospel's Second Century

Season 1 Episode 4
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Episode 5: The Calling

The Calling

Season 4 Episode 5
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When Whales Could Walk

When Whales Could Walk

Season 51 Episode 1
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Mahalia Provides the Soundtrack to the Civil Rights Movement

The legendary gospel singer Mahalia Jackson provided the soundtrack for the Civil Rights Movement, financial support with her checkbook and emotional solace in Dr. King's darkest hours.