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American Black Journal
Fisher Body Plant Redevelopment/Maternal Mortality Rate
Season 50
Episode 12
A talk with two African American developers leading a $134 million proposed redevelopment of the former Fisher Body Plant No. 21 about their vision to turn the site into housing and retail. Plus, we talk with the nonprofit group Mothering Justice about the maternal mortality rate, and the increase in pregnancy-related deaths among Black mothers in 2020.
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The history of African American religious music and an annual rally to end gun violence.

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The inaugural GhostLight Gala and an organization archiving the legacy of Detroit’s Black artists.

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The legacy of Michigan Congressman John Conyers Jr. and the Wright Museum’s Juneteenth celebration.

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A Michigan COVID study, “Women of Excellence” recipients, and a tribute to Luther Keith.

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The “Black Church in Detroit” series examines faith-based efforts to support youth mental health.

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The Episcopal Diocese of Michigan’s Spirituality and Race initiative and foster care in Michigan.

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Stephen Henderson learns about The Jackson Home and Black Leaders Detroit’s 2025 Ride for Equity.

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“The Central Park Five” opera comes to Detroit and the 11th annual Small Business Workshop.

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Easter season in the Black church and a conversation with jazz bassist Ron Carter.

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A conversation with best-selling author and poet Kwame Alexander and details on Bookstock 2025.

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Stephen Henderson talks with Eye Care For Detroit’s founder and cybersecurity expert Sakinah Tanzil.

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Details about Grow Detroit’s Young Talent program and the resurgence of Detroit’s Avenue of Fashion.