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American Black Journal
Dr. Nikolai Vitti, Kirk Mayes, Black Greek Organizations
Season 50
Episode 42
Detroit Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti discusses the district’s COVID recovery, plans for $700 million in ARPA funds, and student outcomes. Forgotten Harvest CEO Kirk Mayes announces his resignation and shares his accomplishments there and future plans. Plus, City of Detroit Historian Jamon Jordan takes viewers on a tour of Detroit’s historic Black fraternity and sorority houses.
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Black Church leaders discuss the changing faith practices of young African Americans.
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New sickle cell disease treatments, a trauma camp for returning citizens and DJ Drummer
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Detroit Police Chief James White discusses the city’s 2023 decrease in violent crimes.
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Wayne State’s tribute to Dr. King, United Way for Southeast Michigan’s Racial Equity Fund.
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American Black Journal’s thought-provoking conversations and notable guests from 2023.
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Leaders of Detroit’s Black churches discuss their top priorities going into the new year.
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Rose Morton, tracing African American family genealogy, and Rob Edwards’ graphic novel.
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Rev. Dr. Charles G. Adams’ legacy, and immigrants’ impact on Michigan’s population growth.
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Resources for the homeless during the holidays and Cranbrook Art Museum’s new exhibit.
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There’s a growing trend of young Black Americans embracing spirituality over religion.
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The Black Church in Detroit discusses the Mideast conflict and interfaith relationships.
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Opera tenor George Shirley, Omega Psi Phi Detroit’s 100th and MEDF’s 30th anniversary.