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American Black Journal
Black Midwest Symposium, Detroit Expat Artists, Gun Violence
Season 50
Episode 41
“American Black Journal” host Stephen Henderson learns more about the 2nd biennial Black Midwest Symposium coming to Detroit Oct. 20-22, 2022. The Detroit Artists Market celebrates its 90th anniversary with a new, multigenerational exhibit. Plus, the State of the Hood summit on Detroit’s east side brings civic leaders and community activists together to explore solutions for stopping gun violence.
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The inaugural GhostLight Gala and an organization archiving the legacy of Detroit’s Black artists.

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The legacy of Michigan Congressman John Conyers Jr. and the Wright Museum’s Juneteenth celebration.

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A Michigan COVID study, “Women of Excellence” recipients, and a tribute to Luther Keith.

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The “Black Church in Detroit” series examines faith-based efforts to support youth mental health.

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The Episcopal Diocese of Michigan’s Spirituality and Race initiative and foster care in Michigan.

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Stephen Henderson learns about The Jackson Home and Black Leaders Detroit’s 2025 Ride for Equity.

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“The Central Park Five” opera comes to Detroit and the 11th annual Small Business Workshop.

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Easter season in the Black church and a conversation with jazz bassist Ron Carter.

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A conversation with best-selling author and poet Kwame Alexander and details on Bookstock 2025.

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Stephen Henderson talks with Eye Care For Detroit’s founder and cybersecurity expert Sakinah Tanzil.

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Details about Grow Detroit’s Young Talent program and the resurgence of Detroit’s Avenue of Fashion.

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The evolution and influence of funk music and Michigan Poet Laureate Melba Joyce Boyd.