A new exhibit series at the Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit (MOCAD) celebrates and uplifts Black artists from Detroit and the works they have created. Producer Eden Sabolboro tells the story of Detroit-native Sterling Toles, whose creative works can be seen on display at MOCAD’s new spring/summer 2022 exhibit series.
Read MoreCranbrook Center for Collections and Research is embracing technology by giving design tours on social media. Daniel Bernard Roumain uses his art to impact social change.
Read MoreStephen Henderson has a candid conversation about the 2020 election with civil rights activists Rev. Al Sharpton and Rev. Horace Sheffield III.
Read MoreDetroit artist Donna Jackson talks about her new, international collection of more than 200 posters with a political theme on exhibit at the Marygrove Gallery of Art.
Read MoreOn the next American Black Journal, we convene our special roundtable guests for a frank conversation about the upcoming election.
Read MoreStephen Henderson sits down with Detroit NAACP President Rev. Wendell Anthony to talk about the organization’s efforts to get out the vote for the November 3rd election.
Read MoreStephen Henderson goes one-on-one with Detroit Police Chief James Craig for a candid conversation about policing in Detroit.
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Keeping the community curious, engaged, and connected, the entire University of Michigan Penny Stamps Speaker Series video archive is now available to stream on Detroit Public Television.
Read MoreCultureSource’s Omari Rush, Shannon Cason, professional photographer Alex Forrer, journalist Devin Scillian and musician Alex Way.
Read MoreCultureSource’s Omari Rush, Shannon Cason, professional photographer Alex Forrer, journalist Devin Scillian and musician Alex Way.
Read MoreStephen talks with the Rev. Horace Sheffield III, the head of DABO (Detroit Association of Black Organizations), about his personal battle with COVID-19 and the impact of the virus on Detroiters.
Read MoreAn in-depth discussion of the national and global protests against police brutality and systemic racism.
Read MoreStephen Henderson talks with Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti about the changes being put in place to keep students, teachers and staff safe. Master storyteller Satori Shakoor talks about the life-changing stories and messages coming out of the pandemic and George Floyd protests.
Read MoreDSO musicians will mentor young Interlochen artists through virtual orchestral repertoire workshops and more as part of the newly launched Interlochen Online.
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We’ve assembled a special roundtable of guests for a candid conversation about the protests that have erupted around the world after the death of George Floyd.
Read MoreStephen has a frank conversation with Detroit NAACP President, Rev. Wendell Anthony, about the murder of George Floyd while in police custody and the protests across the country.
Read MoreStephen Henderson talks with Detroit NAACP President, Rev. Wendell Anthony; Will Glover talks with Charity Dean, Director of Civil Rights, Inclusion, and Opportunity for the City of Detroit.
Read MoreWayne County Executive Warren Evans talks with Stephen about COVID-19, its impact on the county, and how it is disrupting the 2020 Census count.
Read MoreChristy talks with Dr. Phillip Knight, Executive Director of the Food Bank Association of MI. The co-founders of U-M startup, Refraction AI, have been working to meet the challenges of the pandemic when it comes to contactless food delivery.
Read MoreChristy McDonald talks with Executive Director of Design Core Detroit, Olga Stella, about the creativity that is emerging right now and the innovation that is coming out of the pandemic.
Read MoreDetroit’s own Belle Isle Aquarium shared video of their own Madagascar Hissing Cockroaches checking out the space, designed by famed Detroit architect, Albert Kahn.
Read MoreBrian McCollum, music writer and columnist at the Detroit Free Press, talks with Christy McDonald about the recent partnership between Detroit Public TV and the Detroit Free Press.
Read MoreSinger-songwriter Mark Scott of The Miracles talks about the new song he wrote and produced that’s inspired by the pandemic.
Read MoreJoan Belgrave is Detroit’s most noted Jazz Singer, she talks with Christy McDonald about lost gigs and uncertainty during the current pandemic.
Read MoreStephen speaks with Ma Haru Executive Chef Phil Jones about COVID-19’s impact on the restaurant industry. Plus, Shahida Mausi talks about how independent music venues and promoters across the country are banding together.
Read Moreensions have arisen in Lansing over Governor Whitmer’s emergency orders, even talks of potential litigation. Nolan Finley talks with Senate Majority Leader, Mike Shirkey. Christy McDonald talks with Governor Whitmer.
Read MoreDetroit NAACP President Rev. Wendell Anthony talks with Stephen about COVID-19’s impact on Detroiters and the unprecedented initiative that will provide laptops and Internet access for Detroit students.
Read MoreChristy speaks with Detroit retail shop owner, Rachel Lutz (The Peacock Room, Frida, and Yama). How has COVID-19 hurt manufacturing sector in Southeastern Michigan? David Kessler, world renowned grief expert talks with One Detroit about understanding and identifying grief
Read MoreChristy McDonald interviews the Dearborn Symphony Orchestra’s new maestro and president, Aaron Dworkin interviews NEA’s Mary Anne Carter, singer/songwriter Audra Kubat shares a new song.
Read MoreGovernor Whitmer Update, businessman John Kennedy, Telehealth: Is it here to stay?, Mental Health in the African American Community during the pandemic, and Ramadan.
Read MoreChristy talks with the Detroit Public Theatre’s producers, the director and the playwright about the play, “Birthday Candles,” origins, the collaboration that helped it come together and the future of its debut.
Read MoreStephen talks with the Rev. Horace Sheffield III, the head of DABO (Detroit Association of Black Organizations), about his personal battle with COVID-19 and the impact of the virus on Detroiters.
Read MoreChristy, Stephen, and Nolan debate about essential vs. non-essential businesses in Michigan.
Read MoreStephen talks with Tonya Allen, president & CEO of The Skillman Foundation, about distance learning for students and the educational resources that local non-profits are providing.
Read MoreA special episode exploring how the arts community has been affected during this time of crisis.
Read MoreChristy, Nolan and Stephen talk about the devastating impact of COVID-19 in Detroit and Michigan.
Read MoreStephen has a frank conversation about the connection between race, health and the COVID-19 pandemic. How are health disparities in urban cities like Detroit, New Orleans and Chicago contributing to the spread of the coronavirus?
Read MoreChristy talks with Detroit Public Schools Community District Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti about how his district is working to make sure students don’t fall behind while schools are shut down for the remainder of the school year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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If how you touch the lives of other people is in any a measure of a good life, then Swanson Funeral Home founder O’Neil D. Swanson lived a good life and we are all the better for it.
Read MoreStephen has a frank conversation with Pastor Barry Randolph of Detroit’s Church of the Messiah on how the outbreak is impacting residents in city neighborhoods.
Read MoreChristy talks with Ron Bartell, owner of Kuzzo’s Chicken & Waffles on Livernois Avenue, about how the coronavirus outbreak is affecting his business.
Read MoreWe learn how the River Rouge school district is providing students with food and learning materials while schools are shut down in wake of the coronavirus outbreak.
Read MoreGovernor Whitmer talks with Christy McDonald about COVID-19. Topics include the state effort to provide medical personnel with masks and other necessary supplies.
Read MoreChristy McDonald talks to Nancy Kaffer, Detroit Free Press about how quickly life has changed in one week.
Read MoreThe National Rhythm and Blues Hall of Fame gears up for a weekend of activities in Detroit on June 21-23, including its 8th annual Induction Ceremony.
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Detroit is the only city in the U.S. designated a Unesco City of Design. How does design make a difference for the people living in Detroit, and how does it influence economic growth? MiWeek’s Christy McDonald spoke with Design Core Detroit’s Olga Stella to find out.
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