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American Black Journal
36th Annual Detroit Jazz Festival
Season 43
Episode 39
The largest free jazz festival turns 36 this year. Here to tell us more about the Festival are: Cornell Batie, Executive Vice President and COO; Chris Collins, Artistic Director; and Sharon Banks, Chair of the Board of Trustees. Plus, Ken Coleman remembers important moments in Detroit’s Black history. We also remember Louis Stokes, Ohio’s first black Congressman. Episode 4339.
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Stephen Henderson and Kym Worthy reflect on the Malice Green murder 30 years ago.

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Examining the Black church’s role providing relief, support and hope during the holidays.

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DEI workplace efforts, Ebiara Fund for minority developers

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Black women entrepreneurs, Birwood Wall, Detroit Bass Day, and Tyrone Winfrey’s passing.

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A law firm marks 50 years, the Detroit Doll show returns, and the Army faces shortages.

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“The Black Church in Detroit” series examines the church’s role in politics and elections.

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DPSCD’s COVID recovery, Forgotten Harvest CEO’s future, Black Greek letter organizations

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Black Midwest Symposium comes to Detroit, Detroit Artists Market, State of the Hood summit

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