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9/27/22: American Black Journal – The Black Church in Detroit | Seminary Education and the Future of Ministry
“American Black Journal” continues its series on “The Black Church in Detroit” with a look at the state of seminary education and the future of ministry in Detroit. Host Stephen Henderson talks with seminary leaders and students about the importance of seminary education, the challenges of leading an urban-centered ministry, and how seminaries must stay relevant in today’s changing landscape.
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9/20/22: American Black Journal – Detroit Black Film Festival, Black Reading Month, Aaron Ibn Pori Pitts Tribute
The 3rd annual Detroit Black Film Festival returns Sept. 21, featuring 86 films by Black independent filmmakers. September is Black Reading Month encourages people to read books, magazines and journals by Black writers. Plus, a tribute to renowned Detroit artist Aaron Ibn Pori Potts, who passed away at age 80.
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9/13/22: American Black Journal – Reducing Gun Violence
This week, American Black Journal exa the efforts in Detroit to reduce gun violence and crime. We’ll take you to this year’s “Silence the Violence” march on Detroit’s east side. Then, host Stephen Henderson talks with the director of FORCE Detroit, a non-profit focused on building a safer Detroit. Plus, we’ll air a portion of Mayor Mike Duggan and Police Chief James White’s conversation with Stephen at the 2022 Mackinac Policy Conference, focusing on gun violence, crime and policing in the city.
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9/06/22: American Black Journal – Detroit Chapter NABJ 40th Anniversary, Michigan Barber School 75th Anniversary
The Detroit Chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) announced a yearlong slate of events to celebrate its 40th anniversary. Plus, the Michigan Barber School celebrates 75 years of teaching Black barbers and hairstylists.
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September is Black Reading Month Encourages People to Read Black Authors, Understand Black History
September is Black Reading Month Co-Founder Malik Yakini joins “American Black Journal” host Stephen Henderson to talk about the 43rd anniversary of the annual observance, why people should read Black writers, improving literacy rates, and how African Americans can understand their history and culture through stories written by Black authors.
Read More3rd Annual Detroit Black Film Festival to Feature 86 Films By Black Filmmakers, Motown Productions Special Screening
The 3rd annual Detroit Black Film Festival returns to the city Sept. 21-25, featuring 86 films by Black independent filmmakers. “American Black Journal” host Stephen Henderson talks with the film festival co-founders about what’s on tap for the five-day event and a special opening night screening of “Lady Sings the Blues.”
Read MoreMichigan Barber School Reflects on 75 Years of Training Black Barbers and Hair Stylists
The Michigan Barber School celebrates 75 years of teaching Black barbers and hairstylists. Michigan Barber School Director Saul Green talks with guest host Trudy Gallant-Stokes about the barber school’s founding and its success throughout the decades.
Read MoreDetroit Chapter NABJ Celebrates 40th Anniversary With Yearlong Slate of Events
The Detroit Chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) announces a yearlong slate of events to celebrate its 40th anniversary. Guest Host Trudy Gallant-Stokes talks with anniversary co-chair and Chalkbeat Editor-in-Chief Nicole Avery Nichols about the events planned, NABJ’s history, and a scholarship program for youth.
Read MoreFundraising Gala Celebrates Legacy of WGPR-TV 62, America’s First Black-Owned TV Station
WGPR Historical Society President Joe Spencer and ESPN commentator Stephen A. Smith join Stephen Henderson to talk about an upcoming fundraising gala celebrating the legacy of WGPR-TV 62, America’s first Black-owned and operated television station. WGPR-TV 62 went on the air in 1975 and launched the careers of several African American media professionals before being sold in 1995.
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9/29/22: One Detroit – Metro Detroiters’ Response to the Russia-Ukraine WarSeptember 29, 2022
Antisemitism Now and Then: Michigan’s Response to the Holocaust and Rising Antisemitism TodaySeptember 28, 2022
9/27/22: American Black Journal – The Black Church in Detroit | Seminary Education and the Future of MinistrySeptember 27, 2022
9/26/22: One Detroit Arts & Culture – Detroit Public Theatre, Dick Purtan, ‘Life in Bloom,’ Urban Art OrchestraSeptember 26, 2022
‘Life in Bloom’ Host J Schwanke Teaches the Art of Making Flower ArrangementsSeptember 26, 2022