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American Black Journal

American Black Journal’s 2024 Year in Review

Season 53 Episode 1

American Black Journal looks back at stories and conversations from 2024. From the 10-year anniversary of the Flint water crisis and the 17th annual Silence the Violence March to conversations with DJ Carl Craig, poet Nikki Giovanni and others, we’ll bring you highlights from episodes on current issues, the arts in the Black community, and “The Black Church in Detroit” series.

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Spirituality and Racial Healing, Foster Care in Michigan
26:46
The Episcopal Diocese of Michigan’s Spirituality and Race initiative and foster care in Michigan.
Gospel music’s influence in America, Silence the Violence march honors gun violence victims
26:46
The evolution of African American religious music and a rally to end gun violence.
Jemar Tisby’s ‘The Spirit of Justice,’ September is Black Reading Month
24:49
“The Spirit of Justice” author Jemar Tisby and September is Black Reading Month.
A sneak peek at the 46th annual Detroit Jazz Festival
25:00
A conversation with the head of the Detroit Jazz Festival Foundation and two of this year’s musician
Eye Care For Detroit, Cybersecurity expert Sakinah Tanzil
26:46
Stephen Henderson talks with Eye Care For Detroit’s founder and a cybersecurity expert.
Detroit’s faith-based community addresses the mental health crisis facing Black youth
26:46
The “Black Church in Detroit” series examines faith-based efforts to support youth mental health.
Detroit mayoral candidates discuss their visions for small business in the city
26:46
Detroit mayoral candidates share their plans to help small businesses grow in Detroit.
Caregiving in the Black community: Highlights from American Black Journal’s virtual town hall
26:48
Watch highlights from Detroit PBS’ virtual town hall on caregiving in the Black community.
Black women’s influence in the church and community during the Great Migration
26:46
The “Black Church in Detroit” series examines the role of Black women during the Great Migration.
How federal cuts impact Michigan nonprofits, ARISE! Detroit 19th annual Neighborhoods Day
26:46
The impact of federal funding cuts on nonprofits and ARISE! Detroit’s 19th annual Neighborhoods Day.
Gospel music’s influence in America, Silence the Violence march honors gun violence victims
26:46
The history of African American religious music and an annual rally to end gun violence.
Inaugural GhostLight Gala, Black Artists Archive
26:46
The inaugural GhostLight Gala and an organization archiving the legacy of Detroit’s Black artists.
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