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George Shirley Firsts / Black and Arab Women’s Dialogue

Season 43 Episode 18

We conclude our month-long salute to African-American history in Detroit by talking with George Shirley, a man who has broken down racial barriers in opera, education and the military. Also, black and Arab women are coming together for a frank dialogue about stereotypes and cultural barriers. Plus, Kim Trent joins us for important moments in Detroit’s black history. Episode 4318.

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