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Detroit Blight Authority / History Makers
Season 42
Episode 1
The Detroit Blight Authority is clearing Trash and demolishing vacant structures in the City of Detroit. We’ll talk about the organization’s recent cleanup blitz in the Brightmoor Neighborhood. Plus, some local African-American leaders head back to school to inspire students. We’ll talk with two of Detroit’s history makers, actor Josh White, Jr.,and U.of M.Professor Billy Joe Evans. Ep 4201.
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New sickle cell disease treatments, a trauma camp for returning citizens and DJ Drummer
27:46
Detroit Police Chief James White discusses the city’s 2023 decrease in violent crimes.
26:46
Wayne State’s tribute to Dr. King, United Way for Southeast Michigan’s Racial Equity Fund.
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American Black Journal’s thought-provoking conversations and notable guests from 2023.
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Leaders of Detroit’s Black churches discuss their top priorities going into the new year.
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Rose Morton, tracing African American family genealogy, and Rob Edwards’ graphic novel.
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Rev. Dr. Charles G. Adams’ legacy, and immigrants’ impact on Michigan’s population growth.
24:59
Resources for the homeless during the holidays and Cranbrook Art Museum’s new exhibit.
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There’s a growing trend of young Black Americans embracing spirituality over religion.
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The Black Church in Detroit discusses the Mideast conflict and interfaith relationships.
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Opera tenor George Shirley, Omega Psi Phi Detroit’s 100th and MEDF’s 30th anniversary.
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Ruth E. Carter’s Afrofuturism exhibit and Dance Theatre of Harlem’s Detroit performances.