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A look into the history of the family who created WCHB radio
In a special Destination Detroit report, One Detroit producer Bill Kubota explores the history of WCHB and WJZZ radio with members of the family who founded the stations. Annette Bass and her brother-in-law Eric Bass talk about how his grandfather, father and uncle built the Inkster-based WCHB-AM radio from the ground up. It was a first for an African American owned and operated radio station.
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A Detroit non-profit recognizes local heroes; guitarist Billy Davis. Ep 4604
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Preparing children and adults for jobs of today and the future. Episode 4602
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Women’s roles in Detroit’s resurgence and the fight against breast cancer. Ep 4551
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The controversy surrounding MSP, plus the women’s group W.I.S.D.O.M. Ep 4550
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Ford makes an investment in a Detroit neighborhood. Dance Afrika in Detroit. Ep. 4549
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Huge upcoming estate sale; the need for diversity in the world of venture capital. Ep 4548
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A series that puts emphasis on filmmaking. An in-depth report from Chalkbeat. Ep. 4547