CUNY TV's Black America: Recent Episodes
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Black America is an in-depth conversation that explores what it means to be Black in America. The show profiles Black activists, academics, business leaders, sports figures, elected officials, artists and writers to gauge this experience in a time of both turbulence and breakthroughs.
Jonnel C. Doris, CEO of START Treatment & Recovery Centers, discusses the urgent social challenges affecting New Yorkers and the need for comprehensive solutions to these interconnected health issues.
Dr. Jervette R. Ward, Chair of the Black Studies Department at City College, explores the transition from a program to a full-fledged department and the role five key demands from Black and Hispanic students played in this shift.
In this episode of Black America, we revisit Season 9 and highlight key moments and conversations that challenged our perspectives.
Tony Award-winning actress Nikki M. James delivers a powerful performance as Ida B. Wells in Shaina Taub's "Suffs," a musical that explores the 1913 Women's Movement.
Historian and New York Times bestselling author Nell I. Painter explores her latest book, "I Just Keep Talking: A Life in Essays," delving into decades of her historical research with original sketches and more.
New York Times bestselling and award winning author, Renée Watson joins host Carol Jenkins to discuss her novel, "Skin & Bones".
Gilda N. Squire, Founder of Squire Media & Management Inc. Gilda is one of the few Black women who has reached to upper echelons of public relations. Her professional network has pushed the careers of many celebrities, history makers, authors and more.
Maleek Washington is a performer, choreographer and teaching artist whose creative footprint extends from the stages of Broadway to off-Broadway productions like "Soul Train: The Hippest Trip", "Hell's Kitchen" and "For Colored Girls."
For many years, Rikers Island has remained at the epicenter of human rights violations. In this episode, Stanley Richards, President/CEO of The Fortune Society shares his experience working on his mission to reintegrate formerly imprisoned into society.
Marc Morial, President and CEO of The National Urban League discusses their "State of Black America" Report, home ownership, wealth gap, moving to Harlem, and other important topics with host Carol Jenkins.
Join us for the 2nd half as we dive into the importance of the Black vote and what it means for voting rights, the Supreme Court, IVF, and other key issues with three political experts.
As the 2024 election approaches, we dive into the importance of the Black vote and what it means for voting rights, the Supreme Court, IVF, and other key issues with three political experts, Dr. Basil Smikle, Errol Louis and Dr. Christina Greer.
Janet Dewart Bell shares her collection of speeches by Black women in her latest work, "Blackbirds Singing: Inspiring Black Women's Speeches from the Civil War to the Twenty-first Century".
Our host, Carol Jenkins sits with Dr. Jonathan Quash, Director of CUNY's Black Male Initiative (BMI), and James Viafara, a student at Medgar Evers College to discuss the program's significance, its historical roots, and its broader impact beyond people of color.
Dr. Uché Blackstock discusses the devastating cycle of racism in our health care system in her memoir, "Legacy: A Black Physician Reckons with Racism in Medicine".
Taking a look at Black academia and what it looks like for Black Faculty with host Carol Jenkins.
Joined by June Cross, Errol Olton Dr. Marcus D. Allen
Kimberly Peeler-Allen, Co-Founder of Higher Heights discusses Black women in politics and her new role as the Chair of Reproductive Freedom for All; formerly known as NARAL.
Award-winning journalist and senior television producer, Marquita Pool-Eckert shares her journey in television as a woman of color who has worked in 15 countries, breaking major news events and Sr. Producer of Sunday Morning at CBS News for 30 years.
Marlon Taylor-Wiles, Experiential Designer & Founder of "Flying Under the Radar" (FUTR) discusses how he combines his love for fashion, dance and art through his work.
Spike Lee discusses his personal collection featured in the Brooklyn Museum, his work and legacy.
Raven Jemison, an experienced sports business executive, joins host Carol Jenkins to discuss her book, "More Than Representation: The Cheat Codes to Own Your Seat at the Table".
Kazem Abdullah discusses his role as Conductor in "X: The Life and Times of Malcolm X" to the Metropolitan Opera for a groundbreaking performance.
Denene Millner is a New York Times Bestselling author who has written over 30 books for countless celebrities and now debuts her first solo book entitled "One Blood".
Author, Kristal Brent Zook joins host Carol Jenkins to discuss "Girl in the Yellow Poncho: A Memoir" that takes us through her life as a young girl who navigates what it means to be biracial while trying to overcome trauma on her journey to healing.
New York Times Best Selling Author, Jacqueline Woodson joins us to discuss being named NYS Author and her latest book, "Remember Us" along with Patricia Spears Jones who shares her latest work, "The Beloved Community" and being named NYS Poet.
Rachel L. Swarns discusses her latest book, "The 272: The Families Who Were Enslaved and Sold to Build the American Church". A story of the American Catholic Church and one family's will to survive.
New York Times Bestselling young adult author Renée Watson discusses her journey as a writer, how she is inspiring the next generation, her character Ryan Hart and what we can expect from her next as she steps into writing for an older audience.
Entrepreneurs in Harlem receive opportunity to advance their business through M&T's Small Business Lab. David Femi, M&T's Head of Multicultural Banking & Diverse Market Strategy & Business and Erica Watson, winner/Owner of Mixxtresses Hair Collection.
Legendary poet and activist, Nikki Giovanni sits with host Carol Jenkins to discuss her work as a poet, activist, mother and how life has changed since sitting down as a young writer at the age of 28 with James Baldwin.
Harlem's fashion icon, Dapper Dan joins Black America's host Carol Jenkins to discuss his journey to building a brand that will leave a legacy beyond Harlem to remember.
Political Strategists, Yvette Buckner and Amelia Adams of Adams Buckner Advisors discuss strategies that has changed the game in getting women elected in NYC and discuss the work they have done with some high ranking officials.
Yoruba Richen, Award winning Documentary Filmmaker and Director of the Documentary Program at the Craig Newmark School of Journalism talks with us about her recent documentary, "The Rebellious Life of Mrs. Parks."
Collette Watson, Director of Media 2070 Project and Khristopher J. Brooks, Reporter at CBS MoneyWatch shares what it looks like to be Black in the newsroom, the inequality of pay for Black journalists and how they are devalued.
Abdel R. Salaam, Artistic Director of B.A.M's DanceAfrica and the Executive Artistic Director and Co-Founder of Forces of Nature Dance Theatre shares healing and joy through dance.
Black, Race and Ethnic Studies Initiative Council members, Dr. Anthony Browne and Dr. Tsedale Melaku discusses what this historical gift from the Mellon Foundation means for CUNY in furthering the development in University programs in BRESI.
Musicologist and Author, Dr. Guthrie P. Ramsey Jr. discusses his latest work, "Who Hears Here?", his inspirations and how he is passing it down to generations to come.
Dr. Shaakira Haywood Stewart, a licensed psychologist and Dr. Joshua Livingston, a Master Barber and Visiting Assistant Professor at Bard College discusses mental health and the importance of creating safe spaces in the Black community for young adults.
Founder and CEO, Bea Dixon joins us with her brother and Co-Founder, Sy Gray to discuss the success of their company and recent backlash from a Target ad that sparked controversy.
Creator and Executive Producer Michaela angela Davis along with Elle Moxley, Founder of The Marsha P. Johnson Institute discusses docuseries, "The Hair Tales" on HULU and OWN. Also Executive Produced by Oprah Winfrey and Tracy Ellis Ross.
Randy Donaldson, Executive Producer and Tamara Tunie, Director of "Marian the Musical" joins host, Carol Jenkins to discuss the impact Marian Anderson had on so many during the era of racial segregation to now that inspired this work they are doing today.
What's at stake for the Black vote with guests Errol Louis, Host of "Inside City Hall" on NY1 and Dr. Basil A. Smikle Jr., Distinguished Lecturer and Director of the Public Policy Program at the Roosevelt House Public Policy Institute at Hunter College.
Emerald Garner releases her memoir, "Finding My Voice" as she shares the pain from the unjust murder of her father, Eric Garner.
Emerald's story with police brutality, mental health and loss can be seen as a guide to understanding collateral damage and the way out of it.
Dr. Alexea Gaffney shares her own journey in fighting to survive breast cancer and how she continues to educate and encourage others.
Kim Taylor-Thompson, NYU Professor of Clinical Law Emerita and Editor of "Progressive Prosecution" joins host, Carol Jenkins to discuss how race shapes and misshapes the injustice in this country and her role in changing that.
Carol Jenkins sits down with her daughter Elizabeth Hines, Editor of "After Math: Life in Post-Roe America".
While discussing legacy, her upcoming book and more, we turn the tables and allow Elizabeth to ask Carol a few questions of her own.
Maria Davis-Pierre, Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Founder of Autism in Black joins host, Carol Jenkins to bring awareness to how autism affects those in the black community.
Author, Linda Villarosa discusses the racial health disparities in America in her latest book, "Under the Skin: The Hidden Toll of Racism American Lives and on the Health of Our Nation".
Emmy nominated journalist Abi Ishola-Ayodeji discusses her debut novel "Patience is a Subtle Thief".
Ntozake Shange's "For Colored Girls" returns to Broadway after almost 50 years. Lady in Orange, Amara Granderson, and Lady in Brown, Tendayi Kuumba joins Carol Jenkins to discuss their experiences in the play after receiving 7 Tony Nominations.
Host, Carol Jenkins is joined by Imani Perry, Author of "South to America: A Journey Below the Mason-Dixon to Understand the Soul of a Nation".
Tony and Emmy® Award winning Costume Designer, Paul Tazewell joins host, Carol Jenkins to discuss looks in his latest works, "West Side Story" and "MJ the Musical" and how it all started.
Dr. Farah Jasmine Griffin joins host, Carol Jenkins to discuss her latest book, "Read Until You Understand: The Profound Wisdom of Black Life and Literature".
Carol Jenkins is joined by Brittney C. Cooper, Professor and Author of "Feminist AF: A Guide To Crushing Girlhood".
Lighting Designer, Kathy A. Perkins joins host, Carol Jenkins to discuss her latest work and debut on Broadway for Alice Childress, "Trouble in Mind".
Playwright Keenan Scott II and Actor Forrest McClendon discuss Broadway's latest sensation, "Thoughts of a Colored Man".
Award winning journalist Vanessa De Luca has been the driving force behind many companies as Editor-in-Chief such as Essence and Zora Magazine by Medium and joins Carol Jenkins to discuss her current role as Editor-in-Chief at The Root.
CUNY welcomes Guttman's 2nd President, Dr. Larry Johnson Jr.
He joins host, Carol Jenkins to discuss the goals for the school as they approach 10 years, equity and inclusion initiatives and more.
Host, Carol Jenkins sits with Joy Bivins, newest director of the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture to discuss upcoming exhibitions, the African diaspora and more.
The Williamstown Theater Festival presents, Celebrating the Black Radical Imagination: 9 solo plays written and directed by Black playwrights and directors, performed live on the front lawn of the '62 Center for Theatre and Dance.
Author, Zakiya Dalila Harris joins Carol Jenkins to discuss her first and highly anticipated novel, "The Other Black Girl".
Jamira Burley, Activist and Co-Founder of "I Am Here To" joins us to discuss this organization, being a change maker and more.
Sherra Aguirre, Author of "Joyful, Delicious, Vegan: Life Without Heart Disease" discusses her book and the importance of developing a healthy lifestyle
Marley Dias, Founder of #1000BlackGirlBooks joins us to discuss her work as an author, activist and Executive Producer to her Netflix hit, "Bookmarks".
Jeremy McQueen, Artistic Director and Choreographer of The Black Iris Project joins us to discuss his latest work, "Wild: Act 1", a film that explores systematic racism in the juvenile justice system.
Cliff Albright, Executive Director and Co-Founder of Black Voters Matter joins us to discuss the fight on voter suppression, support from major corporations in voting rights, the filibuster and more.
Deborah Willis joins us to discuss her latest work, "The Black Civil War Soldier", in which she retells the stories of soldiers.
Hank Willis Thomas also joins us to capture us with his works of art.
Rebecca Carroll talks with us about her latest book, "Surviving the White Gaze: A Memoir" that walks us through her struggle with race and identity as she navigates life in a white world.
Editors, Jenna Wortham and Kimberly Drew created an anthology consisting of art, recipes and moments captured in black culture and history and presented to us,"Black Futures".
Salamishah Tillet releases her new book, "In Search of the Color Purple: The Story of An American Masterpiece", where she takes a deeper look into Alice Walker's classic "The Color Purple".
After 86 years, The Apollo Theater continues to create platforms for artists and preserve a culture for the next generation.
Jamia Wilson, Director and Publisher of Feminist Press joins us to discuss her journey as a writer, her upcoming children's book and what we can expect as she prepares to move forward in her next position as the Executive Editor at Random House.
Author, Cole Brown takes us through his journey in "Greyboy: Finding Blackness in a White World", where he is met at an intersection of others expectations of "blackness" versus how he views himself.
Rep. Elijah Cummings was an influencer in politics and one who fought for the underdog. Dr. Maya Rockeymoore Cummings joins us to discuss her late husband's final book, "We're Better Than This: My Fight For the Future of Our Democracy".
Aimee Allison, Founder and President of She the People discusses the upcoming election, the strategies in getting people out to vote and women of color running in historic numbers.
Hosted by Carol Jenkins
Dr. Berenecea Johnson Eanes, President of York College discusses how York College continues to provide academic excellence to their students and meeting the challenges
Martha S. Jones, History Professor at John Hopkins University and Author of "Vanguard" and L. Joy Williams, Political Strategist and Creator and Host of "#SundayCivics" discusses the fight for black women in securing their voice and seat at the table.
Eddie Glaude Jr., Professor of African American Studies at Princeton University discusses the way he studies the works of James Baldwin and how it ties into what we are experiencing today in black america with his new book, "Begin Again".
Dr. Joy Harris-Smith, Co-Author of “The ABC’s of Diversity” and Siah Hagin, School and Mental Health Counselor discuss if and when it’s the right time to discuss racism with your children and how they are being affected by this pandemic
Dr. D'Weston Haywood, author of "Let Us Make Men and Professor at Hunter College discusses racial advancement, #sayhername, justice reform and recent protests.
Rashad Robinson, President of Color of Change; the largest online racial justice organization joins us to discuss the issues African Americans are facing during this pandemic.
Marc Morial, Mayor of New Orleans from 1994-2002 and President and CEO of the National Urban League since 2003 joins us to discuss his new book, “The Gumbo Coalition” and the importance of having a strong leader with a plan.
The HistoryMakers is the nations largest digital archive, composed of 11,000 hours of testimonies of African Americans. Julieanna L. Richardson, Executive Director and Founder joins us to discuss their work and how they have done this for 20 years.
Mikki Kendall, Author of "Hood Feminism" discusses environmental racism, food deserts and how this pandemic will affect us all on various levels.
Designers Kianga Milele and Farai Simoyi discuss the importance of being visible as a female and minority in the fashion industry.
Featuring guest host, Abi Ishola.
Morgan Jerkins, Author of "This Will Be My Undoing" and Senior Editor for Zora; a medium publication for women of color joins us with guest host, Magalie Laguerre-Wilkinson.
They discuss the power in storytelling, The Zora Canon and upcoming new book.
Parker Todd, Author and Activist against Sickle Cell Disease discusses his journey with sickle cell and his book, "The Adventures of the Sickler".
Also joined by his father and actor, Sean Ringgold.
J'Nai Bridges, Mezzo Soprano known for her "rich, dark, exciting sound" and Artist and Composer, Damien Sneed discusses their work in the arts and performs Duke Ellington's "Heaven".
NYC Public Advocate Jumaane Williams joins host, Carol Jenkins to discuss his plan for housing the underprivileged, underfunding at CUNY and the criminal justice reform.
Mostly known for her role as "Aunt Vi" in Oprah Winfrey and Ava Duvernay's produced show, "Queen Sugar", actress Tina Lifford joins Abi Ishola to discuss her newly released book, "The Little Book of Big Lies: A Journey Into Inner Fitness".
Cristal Williams Chancellor, Director of Communications for the Women's Media Center and Journalist, Katti Gray discusses the presence of women of color in the media or lack thereof.
Filmmaker and Journalist June Cross along with MIT Professor and Award winning Director, Charlotte Brathwaite discusses voter suppression in America and their work in examining our future in the struggle for democracy and justice.
Are we still struggling with diversity today?
Author & Journalist, Pamela Newkirk joins us to discuss her latest book, "Diversity, Inc.: The Failed Promise of a Billion-Dollar Business" & tackles this issue in corporate America, academia and Hollywood
As we explore the topic of race in America, we sit down with Journalist & Author, Linda Villarosa to discuss mass incarceration, slavery and her contribution to The New York's Times "The 1619 Project"
This week, we are joined by Brent Staples, Editorial Writer for The New York Times, Pulitzer Prize winner and Author of "Parallel Time: Growing Up in Black and White".
Author of Birthright Citizens, Martha S. Jones joins Carol Jenkins to discuss her book in how African American activists radically transformed the terms of citizenship for all Americans, #TheSquad and our President's views on the matter
On this episode of Black America, we highlight our Emmy award winning web series, Blk/Am and speak to people in the arts, a fashion designer and author.
Carol Jenkins talks with celebrity hairstylists Stacey Ciceron and Yancey Edwards on the topic of hair, black women revisiting their natural hair, styles, textures and their journey in this career path.
Carol Jenkins explores the history in the races, style, fashion and beauty with Rob Owens and Nicole Lyons.
From Off-Broadway to Broadway, "What The Constitution Means to Me" is an American play by Heidi Schreck that reflects her experience as a teenager and her family, starring our youngest guests, Rosdely Ciprian and Thursday Williams.
Glynda C. Carr is the Co-Founder of Higher Heights, a national organization that provides black women candidates a political home and joins us to discuss success in recent elections, the role women will play in the 2020 election and what women to watch.
Jamira Burley, Activist & Social Impact Consultant overcame the odds growing up in an environment impacted by drugs and violence.
She discusses the moment her life and changed and how she is using her platform to help other young people.
Carol Jenkins is joined by Aisha Taylor Issah is the Founder of Sistahs in Business Expo; created to celebrate and empower entrepreneurial women of color. Francesca Chaney, Founder of Sol Sips, a vegan cafe changing the lives in its community.
Chef, Carla Hall discusses her new cook book, “Carla Hall’s Soul Food: Everyday and Celebration”.
She sits down with host, Carol Jenkins to talk recipes, the South, fashion, learning from failures and the possibility of making a chef out of our hos
For 85 years, the Apollo became a place that dreams came true, a place that legends performed, a beacon for the African American community in Harlem, NY.
Executive Producer, Kamilah Forbes joins Carol Jenkins to discuss the future of the Apollo Theater.
Film Director, Yoruba Richen discusses her latest film, "The Green Book: Guide to Freedom”.
This film takes us into a deeper look of the real story of Victor H. Green’s “The Negro Motorist Green Book”; a survival and travel guide that helped African Am
The Harlem Fine Arts Show is the largest traveling African Diaspora art show in the United States and celebrating its 10th year.
Founder, Dion Clarke and Artist, Michael Escoffery discusses the work featured this year, salute to medicine and more.
Jami Floyd, Host of WNYC's "All Things Considered" joins us to discuss her project, "The Other Box", progression with women and upcoming annual Dr. King celebration presented by the Apollo Theater and WNYC.
New York Times Bestselling Author and winner of the Newbery Medal, Kwame Alexander joins us to discuss his latest book "Swing" and how one yes can change your life after many no's.
Judith Jamison, Artistic Director Emeritus of the Alvin Ailey American Dance discusses 60 years of achievement by Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, their classes, work in the community, her life and work with the company.
Carol Jenkins is joined by Tinabeth Pina, Laura Flanders and Dr. Kevin Nadal for part II of our two part discussion on "Race in America".
In this half, we discuss the role race played in our past midterm elections, microaggressions & more.
In this two part special, Carol Jenkins discusses race in America with Dr. Kevin Nadal, Author of Microaggressions & Traumatic Stress, Tinabeth Piña, Host of Urban U and Laura Flanders, Host of The Laura Flanders Show.
Author, Sherry Graves discusses her memoir, "A Fire Within", where she discusses the pain in living with and beyond her scars after battling drug abuse and being left for dead in a fire that was set to kill her.
Operatic Soprano & Broadway Singer, Alyson Cambridge graces us with a live performance of "Habanera" from Carmen, discusses her latest cd, "Sisters in Song" with Nicole Cabell, work on Broadway in Rocktopia and what we can expect from her next.
From changing the status quo, being named as top in their field, radical in the world of art, Rujeko Hockley (Whitney Museum of American Art), Ashley James (Brooklyn Museum) and Alexandra Ginger (Jack Shainman Gallery) is changing the world of art.
James Baldwin's only children's book, "Little Man, Little Man" was just released after 40 years.
To discuss it with host, Carol Jenkins is Co-Editor, Nicholas Boggs,Tejan Karefa-Smart (Baldwin's nephew) and Aisha Karefa-Smart (Baldwin's niece) .
Now celebrating 25 years, Lisa Price created hair and body products from her kitchen that is now sold around the world, making history in the Smithsonian National
Museum of African American History & Culture known as Carol's Daughter.
Jeremy McQueen, Choreographer and Artistic Director of the Black Iris Project shares how he tells stories through movement, the strong black women in his life
that inspired him & the way we look at ballet in a contemporary society.
Tony Award winning actress, Tonya Pinkins joins host, Carol Jenkins to discuss The #MeToo Dialogues, where she hosted a series of powerful interviews that discussed
the #MeToo movement, healing, misconduct in the workplace and the entertainment industry
On December 3, 1992, two months before his death, Arthur Ashe announced the creation of the Arthur Ashe Institute.
Dr. Marilyn Fraser, CEO of the Arthur Ashe Institute discusses the collaborations in the community & their Health Science Academy.
Warrington Hudlin, Filmmaker & Producer joins us to discuss the latest black films making history today.
Hudlin, known for producing movies such as "House Party", "Boomerang" and "Bebe's Kids" with brother Reginald Hudlin (known as the Hudlin Bros.).
Dr. Hazel N. Dukes, President of the NAACP New York State Conference and a member of the NAACP National Board of Directors discusses many of the issues we are facing in the black community, the role women play in politics & the Lynching Memorial.
Tony award-winning Broadway and Television Director, Kenny Leon discusses his newly released memoir, "Take You Wherever You Go", the secrets to his success and the strength that his mother and grandmother provided that helped him get to where he is today.
Jacqueline Woodson, National Ambassador of Children's Literature, winner of The Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award, acclaimed children's author of "Brown Girls Dreaming" introduces us to her first adult book, "Another Brooklyn".
Former contributor of the Nightly Show with @larrywilmore, host of Decoded for @mtvnews, @chescaleigh now adds author to her list of accomplishments with her new book, "Well, That Escalated Quickly". Catch her on 5/18 on @blackamerica_tv at 9pm/EST.
Dr. Michael A. Lindsey, Director of the McSilver Institute for Poverty Policy & Research at New York University's Silver School of Social Work discusses changing the narrative in which black men and boys are viewed, poverty & depression.
Deborah Santana, Editor of "All the Women in My Family Sing” discusses this vital collection of essays by women of color that was designed to empower underrepresented voices.
Kimberlé W. Crenshaw, Author of "Say Her Name: Resisting Police Brutality Against Black Women" talks to Carol Jenkins this week with Rhonda Dormeus, mother of police brutality victim Korryn Gaines.
Nearly a thousand black women from all over the country gathered for the Power Rising Summit held in Atlanta, GA in February. The event has been called the largest political gathering of Black Women in the country.
Ruby Nell Sales, Human Rights Activist, Public Theologian, Social Critic, and Civil Rights Activist joins Carol Jenkins to discuss gentrification, racism in America, social depression and Politics.
Aimee Allison, Pres. of Democracy in Color, an organization that focuses on race, politics & the New American Majority discusses why she believes black women are the best hope for this country, her "Get in Formation" launch & the Women's March.
In a society where body shaming is so prevalent amongst adults as well as our youth, Sonya Renee Taylor joins Carol Jenkins to discuss her book, "The Body is Not An Apology: The Power of Radical Self-love".
Co-Founder of Higher Heights, Kimberly Peeler Allen discusses the plan to move 1 million black women to the polls, raise $1,000,000 to support black female candidates and why some black women feel as if they're carrying the country on their backs.
The "Me Too" campaign was birthed from a conversation in 1997, but took on a personality in 2017 that created a voice for many victims to share their stories of sexual harassment & assault on social media. Founder, Tarana Burke tells us how and why.
Dr. Deirdre Cooper Owens is an Author & Asst. History Professor at Queens College/CUNY. She joins us to discuss her book “Medical Bondage: Race, Gender, and the Origins of American Gynecology".
Carol Jenkins is joined by Walter Mosley, the highly acclaimed, multi-award winning Author that many admired from his mystery series featuring Easy Rawlins and now his latest book, "Down the River Unto the Sea".
Dr. Imani Perry, Author of "More Beautiful and More Terrible" and Professor at Princeton University discusses racial inequality, the presidency of Barack Obama and the way forward.
Dr. Christina Greer, Assoc. Professor at Fordham Univ., Author of "Black Ethnics:Race, Immigration & the Pursuit of the American Dream" joins Carol Jenkins discusses protest & electoral politics, the Women's March & the quality in the candidates for 2018.
Host, Carol Jenkins is joined by Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum, Author of "Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria?"
Dr. Tatum speaks on the importance in discussing issues of race & the importance to consider the psychological effects.
Susan L. Taylor, known for her work of 37 years as EIC of Essence and now Founder & CEO of National Cares Mentoring Movement.
National Cares Mentoring Movement is dedicated to alleviating intergenerational poverty among African Americans.
Black America on the Brink is a Limited Edition podcast where hosts, Carol Jenkins sits with great minds to discuss where we are in America.
These conversations vary from the future in our upcoming elections to saving our children. Subscribe and tell a friend... you don't want to miss it!
Multiple Award Winning Filmmaker, Stanley Nelson discusses latest film, Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Black Colleges & Universities
Award-winning blogger & Managing Editor of TheRoot.com, Danielle Belton joins Carol Jenkins to discuss her personal struggles with mental illness and her work at TheRoot.com.
This week, Carol sits down with the award and fellowship winning director and producer Thomas Allen Harris. He discusses his work behind such projects as 'Through A Lens Darkly' and 'Family Pictures'.
Our guest, Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant is not only a Conservation Scientist at the museum, but the only black woman Scientist at the museum.
With many years of experience on Wall Street as a financial banker, Grace Vandercruze is now Founder and Managing Director of Grace Global Capital, where she specializes in financial advisory, reconstructing & valuation services.
Collette V. Smith is the 3rd female coach in the NFL and 1st female coach for the NY Jets and our guest this week on Black America.
She discusses kneeling in the NFL, Cam Newton's comment to a female reporter and being a female in the world of football.
Jawole Willa Jo Zollar recently sat with Carol Jenkins to discuss the Urban Bush Women dance company: their mission, how they use dance to bring forth social justice messages, and how they've been able to change the landscape of dance.
Lynch recently sat with Carol Jenkins to discuss her work at the Schomburg, what inspired her to tell the stories of two powerful black women, and the female character she's working to create for her first narrative film.
Herb Boyd recently sat with Carol Jenkins, host of Black America, to discuss his latest book, "Black Detroit": People's History of Self Determination."
Birmingham, Alabama is widely known as the city that anchored the success of the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s. Black America host, Carol Jenkins, also the niece of A.G. Gaston, tells the story of Birmingham then and the way forward for the city.
Carol sits down with Stacey Tisdale, financial writer, author of The True Cost of Happiness: The Real Story Behind Managing your Money. She is the mind behind an award-winning program for children and money management called Winning Ways.
Marc Morial, CEO of the National Urban League joins Carol Jenkins to discuss the state of America, the value of banking black, President Trump's federal budget and their upcoming conference in St. Louis.
In this episode, Carol sits down with Tony Award winning vocalist @MelbaMoore1 and discusses her life and career.
Director & Chief Curator of the Studio Museum in Harlem, Thelma Golden joins Carol Jenkins to discuss the work of the museum, its influence and value today.
"The Way Forward: Post Obama in the Trump Era" with Dr. Christina Greer, Assoc. Prof. of Political Science at Fordham Univ., Dr. Eddie Glaude Jr.,Chair of the Cntr of African American Studies at Princeton Univ. & Rebecca Carroll, Editor, Critic & Writer.
As a Princeton Professor of history emerita and the author of seven books, Dr. Nell Irvin Painter has made her mark in the world of academia and now as a painter. Carol Jenkins sat down with her to discuss her voice, her art, and her opinion.
Carol sits down with Professor, academy award nominated filmmaker and activist Jamal Joseph. Joseph is the author of 'Panther Baby' and the Artistic Director of the Impact Repertory Company.
Carol Jenkins sat down with Amirah Vann who plays Earnestine on Underground to discuss the show's success and her career.
In this episode, Carol Jenkins talks with Dr. Eddie Glaude Jr, Chair of the Center of African American Studies at Princeton University and author of Democracy In Black: How Race Still Enslaves the American Soul.
Johnson joins Carol Jenkins to discuss how black dancers have forged their way through the narrow confines of the majority white ballet world. She also talks about the influence of DTH founder, Arthur Mitchell, the emergence of Misty Copeland, and how bl
Opal Tometi, one of the founders of Black Lives Matter, joins Carol Jenkins in this episode to discuss immigration and where BLM is in the era of Trump's presidency and the uprising of women around the world via the Women's March.
In this episode, Dr. Joyce Brown discusses how she went from working as the Deputy Mayor for New York City under David Dinkins to the person credited for The Fashion Institute of Technology's transformation.
Kevin Young, Director of the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture & Author joins Carol Jenkins to discuss his work with the Schomburg, their jazz and Black power exhibition and his work as a poet.
In this episode, we sit down with C. Virginia Fields, former Manhattan Borough President and the President and CEO of the National Black Leadership Commission on AIDS. She discusses the impact and stigma of AIDS in the Black community.
Choreographer, Claudia Schreier is known for her distinctive choreographic voice that fuses neoclassical technique with a contemporary vocabulary.
Join us as Carol Jenkins discusses women of color in dance and examine pieces of Claudia's work.
In this episode, We sit down with MacArthur Award winner Majora Carter, Urban Strategist and founder of Sustainable South Bronx. We talk about urban renewal, re-gentrification and her passion and work in her hometown of the South Bronx.
Three time Grammy winner and Sr. Pastor of Perfecting Faith Church, Donnie McClurkin joins Carol Jenkins on Black America to discuss his work as a Pastor and Gospel Artist.
During the show, Donnie McClurkin performs his latest single, "I Need You".
Will President Donald Trump achieve all that he wants during his presidency? Dr. Christina Greer, Associate Professor of Political Science at Fordham University, joins Carol Jenkins to discuss this, her book on race and immigration, and her early life.
On this episode, author Tiffany Dufu talks how she balances being a busy working mother and how she came to chronicle her journey in her upcoming book, "Drop the Ball: Achieving More by Doing Less.”
Artist, Author and Activist, Faith Ringgold joins Carol Jenkins to explore pieces of her work, movement and inspirations.
Faith Ringgold is the recipient of over 75 awards, including a Lifetime Achievement honor & Author of over 16 children's books.
Alyson Palmer, Executive Director of @oneatone and member of feminist rock band BETTY discusses the upcoming Women's March on Washington, her action to get everyone involved and perform with BETTY their social justice song, "Rise".
Tamika Mallory, a champion of the civil rights movement and the co-chair of the Women's March on Washington. The event is expected to draw hundreds of thousands of people one day after the Donald Trump inauguration.
In this episode of Black America, we meet Marlon Daniel, composer, Orchestra conductor and Musical Director of the Colour of Music Festival and the Ensemble du Monde. We talk about his life, his work and the influence of classical musical pioneers of colo
In this episode of Black America we sit down with Visual artist and celebrated photo-journalist Chester Higgins, Jr. We talk about his style, his influences and look at examples of his beautiful work in photos.In this episode of Black America we sit down
This week on Black America..... Carol sits down with formerly incarcerated and former Black Panther Flores Forbes, City Urban Planner and author of 'Invisible Men'. Forbes discusses the challenges that former inmates face upon reentry into the workforce a
This week, Carol sits down with Anne Williams Isom, CEO of The Harlem Children's Zone and discusses the importance of supporting children in need. She also discusses the many facets of the organization, including the After School Programs and The Baby C
Black America host, Carol Jenkins, talks to several key players who were instrumental in taking the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture from conception to reality.
Carol Jenkins sit down with social justice activist and communications strategist Dr. Janet Dewart Bell and discusses her life, her research and the roles of some of the most important female figures in the civil rights movement that are not necessarily
Carol Jenkins sits down with Tracey Norman, widely considered to be the first transgendered model of color, who returns to the spotlight as the face of Clairol. She discusses the rise and abrupt end to her career as well as her resurgent career.
Art Historian Kellie Jones says she was surprised when she received the call that she was selected as a winner of the prestigious MacArthur Fellowship for 2016. She joins Carol Jenkins to discuss her award and her work.
In this episode, Carol Jenkins sits down with Margot Lee Shetterly, author of the book Hidden Figures, telling the story of the black women scientists that helped put men on the moon. The book is also the basis for the upcoming film of the same title.
Carol Jenkins sits down with the Reverend Jacqui Lewis, Senior Minister of Middle Collegiate Church in lower Manhattan. They discuss the importance of diversity, multiculturalism, love and the arts in the world of faith and ministry.
Peter Westbrook joins Carol Jenkins to discuss the art and sport of fencing and how black athletes dominated several other sports at the Olympics in Rio.
Carol Jenkins sits down with Brent Leggs, Senior Field Officer of the National Trust for Historic Preservation and discusses the importance of preserving historical sites and landmarks.
Where do black people stand in America today? Rebecca Carroll, writer and social critic for the LA Times and the Guardian joins Carol Jenkins to discuss this. She also talks about her new conversation series on WNYC.
Carol Jenkins sits down with Errol Louis, CNN contributor, political anchor and host of NY1's Inside City Hall and the Director of Urban Reporting at the CUNY School of Journalism. They discuss the many facets of the current presidential race.
Kimberly Peeler-Allen, co-founder of Higher Heights, an organization that works to get more black women elected to public office, sat down with Carol Jenkins to discuss black women in politics--inside and outside the political process.
Dr. Sarah Lewis, Harvard professor of art history, art historian and author of "The Rise: Creativity, The Gift of Failure and the Search for Mastery" joins Carol Jenkins to discuss her work as guest editor of Aperture magazine, entitled Vision & Justice.
Carol Jenkins is joined by Marc Lamont Hill, distinguished Morehouse professor, CNN & BET contributor and Author of "Nobody: Casualties of America's War on the Vulnerable, from Ferguson to Flint and Beyond"
In this episode Carol Jenkins sits down with Dan Gasby and his wife, former lifestyle tv host, model and restaurateur B. Smith to talk about the effects of Alzheimer's disease on their personal lives and in the black community.
An estimated 19 million Americans are living with depression. Novelist and Magazine Editor, Benilde Little joins Carol Jenkins to discuss the topic: Women and Depression and Benilde Little's latest work and moving memoir, "Welcome to My Breakdown".
Lisa Lucas, Director of the National Book Foundation sits with Carol Jenkins and discusses the importance in enhancing the cultural value of great writing in America and how the foundation has recognized literary excellence, since founded in 1950.
Michael J. Garner, Pres. of 100 Black Men sits with Carol Jenkins to discuss the foundation of 100 Black Men, the schools they've developed, how they are grooming young men to be future leaders and the horrific killing of Alton Sterling.
Women, Action & the Media (WAM) is a grassroots direct-action network dedicated to creating gender justice in media at all levels. Its Exececutive Director, Jamia Wilson, joins Carol Jenkins to hash through some of the challenges for women and media.
This week, Carol Jenkins sits down with author and activist Kevin Powell to discuss the need for a men's movement to save black men and black women. He also discusses his book 'The Education of Kevin Powell: A Boy's Journey Into Manhood'.
Rashad Robinson, Executive Director of Color of Change joins Carol Jenkins to discuss the new civil rights movement and the importance of translating your presence in the world into cultural power that creates change.
Christina Swarns, Litigation Director of the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, Inc., joins Carol Jenkins to discuss our criminal justice system, cases such as Duane Buck & Mumia Abu-Jamal and the battles they've fought and continue to fight today.
In this episode of Black America, Carol Jenkins is joined by Michaela Angela Davis, creator of MAD Free & Image Activist.
Carol Jenkins discusses Davis' work with MAD Free, Eclipsed and her work with Sybrina Fulton and Circle of Mothers.
We sit down with Dr. Pamela Newkirk, Director of the Undergraduate Journalism Studies Program at NYU and author of 'Beyond the Veil' and 'Spectacle: The Astonishing Life of Ota Benga'.
Carol Jenkins is joined by Wendy Hilliard, the first Black woman to represent the U.S on the Rhythmic Gymnastics National Team, Hall of Fame rhythmic gymnast and Founder of the Wendy Hilliard Foundation to talk about women and sports.
Carol Jenkins sits down with Bob Herbert, Distinguished Senior Fellow at Demos and host of Bob Herbert's OP-ED.TV on CUNY TV and discusses the current election, his thoughts on the Obama election and administration, the draw of African American Women tow
Dr. Salamishah Tillet, Professor at University of Pennsylvania, Co-Founder of "A Long Walk Home" and rape survivor sits down with Carol Jenkins to discuss sexual violence, the importance to "Say Her Name" and her thoughts on Beyonce's "Lemonade".
Carol Jenkins is joined by American Ballet Theatre's principal dancer, Misty Copeland to discuss her confidence and perseverance.
Copeland made history in June 2015, when she was named the first African American female principal dancer for ABT.
Carol Jenkins is joined by Charlene Carruthers, Director of BYP100 to discuss the Black youth movement.
BYP100 is an activist group within the ages of 18-35 that work for justice and freedom for all Black people
Carol Jenkins sits down with Dara Richardson-Heron, CEO of the YWCA USA to discuss racial and gender equality and the mission of the YWCA to combat economic instability and violence against women and girls.
Carol Jenkins discusses the extreme importance of documenting African American history in photography with Dr. Deborah Willis, author of over 30 books on photography and chair of New York University's Department of Photography and Imaging.
Actress, Tonya Pinkins joins Carol Jenkins to discuss "colorism" and the perspective of a black woman.
Tonya Pinkins also discusses her influences throughout her career and her work in Gotham on Fox and 11.22.63 on Hulu.
Esteemed journalist and Managing Editor of TwitterMoments, Marcus Mabry joins Carol Jenkins to shed some light on this powerful force known to us as social media.
Author, Dr. Martia Goodson joins Carol Jenkins to discuss her latest book, "Church Ladies: Untold Stories of Harlem Women in the Powell Era"
Jahana Hayes, Connecticut's 2016 Teacher of the Year and National Finalist for Teacher of the Year joins Carol Jenkins to discuss how her community saved her from a complex childhood to changing lives as a teacher in the same community she grew up in.
Carol Jenkins is joined by two legends, NYC's 106th Mayor, David N. Dinkins and Tuskegee Airmen, Roscoe C. Brown Jr. to discuss the future in black america.
Carol Jenkins explores the topic of racism in Black America with guest, Dr. Khalil Gibran Muhammad, Director of the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture.
Carol Jenkins sits down with multiple Emmy and duPont award recipient, documentary filmmaker June Cross and discusses her film 'Wilhemina's War'.
Carol Jenkins sits down with performer and activist Staceyann Chin about her life of activism, art and motherhood.
On this episode of Black America, Carol Jenkins is joined by Ford Foundation President, Darren Walker to discuss eliminating inequality in America.