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American Black Journal
A Conversation with Kevyn Orr
Season 42
Episode 9
An in-depth discussion with Detroit Emergency Manager, Kevyn Orr. We'll talk about the city¹s financial crisis and the steps Orr is taking to fix Detroit¹s balance sheet. Plus, what role will Mayor-elect Michael Duggan have in the city¹s operations? And what impact will the lease of Belle Isle have on the city and its residents? We'll discuss these topics and much more. Episode 4209.
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The “Black Church in Detroit” series examines the role of Black women during the Great Migration.

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

23:50
Alvin Ailey Dance Theater stops in Detroit and two women DJs talk about Detroit’s techno music scene

25:00
Celebrating The Wright Museum’s 60th anniversary and Teen HYPE’s play “Two Detroits.”

26:46
A documentary on former NAACP leader Walter White and a discussion about the NAACP’s legacy.

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2025 Kresge Eminent Artist, Carl Craig’s “All Black Vinyl” series and journalist Al Allen.

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A panel discussion on the Great Migration and the 9th annual African American Family Book Expo.

26:46
“Ruby - The Musical,” “Confederates” play and a performance from the Sphinx Competition.

26:46
A look at how Black churches helped Southerners who came North during the Great Migration.

26:46
The National Day of Racial Healing and the 2025 outlook for small businesses in Michigan.

26:46
MLK Day at The Wright Museum, National Day of Racial Healing and a James Baldwin exhibit.

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2024 Year in Review: Current events, arts & culture and “The Black Church in Detroit.”