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National R&B Hall of Fame Weekend
the National Rhythm and Blues Hall of Fame gears up for a weekend of activities in Detroit on June 21-23, including its 8th annual Induction Ceremony. Another highlight is the re-naming of Parkside Street to David Ruffin Avenue. Stephen talks with Ruffin's daughter, Cheryl, along with the founder of the R&B Hall of Fame, former Harlem Globetrotter LaMont "Showboat" Robinson. Episode 4728/Seg 1
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