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Season 54
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Actor Brian Taylor on his role as Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in Detroit Public Theatre’s “The Mountaintop”
Actor and Detroit-area native Brian Taylor joins host Stephen Henderson to talk about his role as Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in the production of "The Mountaintop" currently playing at Detroit Public Theatre through March 8. The award-winning, two-person play reimagines the events that took place on the night before Dr. King's assassination in 1968.
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Details on “Men of Courage.” Plus, young people showcase their artistic talents. Ep 4444.
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Legendary artist Charles McGee’s new sculpture; history maker Elliott Hall. Ep 4441.
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A milestone for Neighborhoods Day; ballroom dancing brings awareness to mental illness.
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Historic black district in Detroit to undergo massive redevelopment. Ep 4439.
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A look at the direct link between growing up poor and going to prison. Ep 4438.
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A look at the efforts to combat sickle cell disease; changes in Pontiac. Ep 4437.
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GM Vice President Ed Welburn; Michigan Veterans Foundation gets new home. Ep 4434.
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We take a look at careers in aviation, and talk with Tuskegee Airmen. Ep 4433.
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Ford Freedom Award celebrates black men; Detroit program teaches good health. Ep 4432.
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Martha Scott on breaking racial and gender barriers. Plus, Bookstock is back. Ep 4430.
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Detroit Tigers legend Willie Horton joins us to discuss his newest honor. Ep 4429.
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New home ownership program in Detroit; Detroit Deltas raise money for youth. Ep 4428.