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Ace Petroleum/Urban Alliance

Ace Petroleum/Urban Alliance

Season 48 Episode 8
26:46
“The American Rhapsody”

“The American Rhapsody”

Season 48 Episode 10
26:46
CCH Pounder/Heart Health

CCH Pounder/Heart Health

Season 48 Episode 11
23:44
Black Economic Agenda/Activate Fund

Black Economic Agenda/Activate Fund

Season 48 Episode 12
23:45
From the Edge of the Ghetto/Women Authors

From the Edge of the Ghetto/Women Authors

Season 48 Episode 13
23:45
Coronavirus Impact/Election 2020

Coronavirus Impact/Election 2020

Season 48 Episode 14
23:45
Barry Randolph/Mark Lee

Barry Randolph/Mark Lee

Season 48 Episode 15
26:46
Educational Resources/Keeping the Faith

Educational Resources/Keeping the Faith

Season 48 Episode 17
26:46
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American Black Journal

The BAR/Encourage Me I'm Young

Season 48 Episode 5

January is National Mentoring Month and Stephen talks with two organizations that are helping young African Americans develop into future leaders. Plus, Encourage Me I'm Young is helping African American boys develop their natural talents and strengthening the relationship between fathers and sons. Episode 4805

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