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American Black Journal

On This Day Detroit – 10/9/16

Ken Coleman takes a look back at important moments in Detroit’s Black history. Episode 4501/Segment 2.

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Ebola Epidemic / Detroit Economic Growth Corporation
26:46
Efforts to protect Michigan residents from the ebola virus; new President of DEGC. Ep 4306
Motown the Musical
26:46
We talk with the director and cast members of Motown the Musical. Episode 4305.
U of D Mercy / Natl. Assn. of Health Services Execs
26:48
Changes at UDM; condition of healthcare for minorities. Episode 4304.
Death of a King: A Conversation with Tavis Smiley
26:05
Tavis Smiley discusses his new book, career, and other projects. Ep 4303.
The HistoryMakers / Journey to Success
26:46
African-American history makers; at-risk youth get on the path to success. Ep 4302.
Domestic Violence & The NFL / Focus: HOPE’s 40th Annual Walk
26:46
Domestic violence in the world of sports; Focus HOPE’s upcoming fundraiser. Ep 4301.
Mental Health & the Black Community / Detroit Rescue Mission
26:31
Mental illness; Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries; Detroit Black history. Ep 4238.
Lessons Learned from Ferguson
26:46
A look at the issues surrounding the death of unarmed teenager, Michael Brown. Ep 4237
35th Annual Detroit Jazz Festival
26:45
The world’s largest free jazz festival is turning 35 years old this year. Episode 4236.
Housing Bias / Sunrise on the Detroit River
26:46
Discrimination in the housing market; new photo book features the Detroit River. Ep 4235.
M-1 Rail Streetcar Project / Life Remodeled Cody Project
26:45
Impact of M-1 project; Cody High School gets a major renovation. Episode 4234.
Childhood Development / The Success of White Construction
26:46
Childhood development in Michigan; success of Detroit-based White Construction. Ep 4233.
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