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Gospel music’s influence in America, Silence the Violence march honors gun violence victims
Season 53
Episode 25
American Black Journal’s “Black Church in Detroit” series looks at the history, evolution and influence of African American religious music for Black Music Month. Host Stephen Henderson talks with Dr. Deborah Smith Pollard and Dr. Brandon Waddles. Plus, contributor Daijah Moss attends the 2025 Silence the Violence event and talks with participants who marched in honor of gun violence victims.
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