‘Jaja’s African Hair Braiding’ showcases the joys and struggles of immigrants in America
The SpeakEasy Stage's production of the Tony Award-winning play centers hair braiders and their lives over one day in the salon in which they work.
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New book spotlights Madam C.J. Walker’s daughter A’Lelia, who forged her own path
The daughter of America's first Black millionaire became the “joy goddess” of Harlem in the 1920s.
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The Father of Music Festivals: The life and legacy of pioneer George Wein
A tribute to music impresario George Wein, founder of the Newport Jazz Festival, who died last September. -
Black Owned Bos opens holiday pop-up shop to support small businesses
After about two years in the digital space, the platform takes another foray into the brick-and-mortar world. -
Under The Radar Book Club: Douglas Wolk's 'All of the Marvels: A Journey to the Ends of The Biggest Story Ever Told'
Our November selection for "Bookmarked: The Under the Radar Book Club."
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Episode 20, Season 11<br> Motorcycles as moveable art, Arghavan Khosravi and more
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Episode 2, Season 1<br> Under Siege
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How Jesse Jackson’s ‘84 Run Empowered the Black Community
The 1980s was a time of urban decay, but also saw an expansion of the Black middle class. -
The Police and Gangs Of Southern California
Police violence influences the Hip Hop sounds coming out of Southern California.