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Season 54
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Fighting food insecurity, a special caregiving report about planning for the future
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Radio personality Gerald McBride’s memoir, previewing "Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History"
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Iconic hug photo from 1948 World Series, preserving the contributions of women jazz artists in Detroit
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Saxophonist Joe Lovano discusses his role as this year’s Detroit Jazz Festival Artist-in-Residence
We'll hear from this year's Detroit Jazz Festival Artist-in-Residence, tenor saxophonist Joe Lovano. He sits down for a conversation with 90.9 WRCJ host John Penney about his musical journey and connection to Detroit music legends. They also talk about Lovano's workshop for Wayne State University music students and the advice he gave them.
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A call for hundreds of volunteer mentors; independent filmmakers share their work. Ep 4543
24:55
Challenges of minority-owned businesses; preview of African World Festival. Ep 4542.
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A look at efforts to increase organ donors. A program keeping talent in Detroit. Ep. 4541
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A look at “Detroit” the movie. A historian’s view on Detroit 1967. Ep. 4540
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Has Detroit media coverage changed since the 1967 rebellion? Ep 4539.
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Celebrating achievements of Black men; community event remembers Detroit ‘67. Ep 4538.
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Impact of President Trump’s policies on minorities; acquittals of police officers. Ep 4537
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A chat with DPS superintendent; new exhibit on the 1967 rebellion. Ep 4536.
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New book recounts the life of Jackie Wilson; special report on poverty. Ep 4535.
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Arise Detroit prepares for 11th Neighborhoods Day; new Detroit music with a message.
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Book tells stories of black Detroiters; original production addresses 1967 Detroit riots.
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JPMorgan Chase invests in city businesses; details on the Cinetopia Film Festival. Ep 4532