The future of telemedicine, exploring grief and meaning during Covid-19, an update on the auto industry and keeping halal during the pandemic.
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American Black Journal: Dr. Nikolai Vitti / Satori Shakoor / Sphinx Org
Detroit Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Nikolai Vitti talks about resuming classes in the fall, and he gives his personal viewpoint on the issues leading to the protests against racism. Plus, the important role of storytelling during the COVID-19 pandemic with Satori Shakoor. Finally, a performance from the Sphinx Organization Vocal Ensemble.
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American Black Journal: A Roundtable on Police Brutality and Systemic Racism
Stephen Henderson talks with Karen Dumas (Communications Strategist) Brandon Brice (“Straight Talk” host, 910 AM Superstation), Kerry Leon Jackson (The Urban Conservative) and Greg Bowens (PR & Political Strategist) for an in-depth discussion of the local, national and global protests against police brutality and systemic racism.
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One Detroit: Satori Shakoor and the power of telling stories of protest and pandemic
Satori talks with Stephen Henderson about how they are now bringing the event to an audience virtually due to the current situation and the importance of storytelling, especially now.
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One Detroit Special: Education in the Time of COVID
What will education in Michigan look like during a second or even a third wave of coronavirus outbreaks?
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COVID-313 Community Coalition Virtual Town Hall Week 12
Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist had a frank discussion in this week’s virtual town hall about possible reforms in policing while finding ways to reduce harm from COVID-19
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American Black Journal: Rev. Dr. Wendell Anthony / Small Business Workshop
Stephen spoke with the President of the Detroit NAACP, Rev. Wendell Anthony, to get his perspective on Floyd’s murder, the protests, and where we go from here. Then, this year’s “Small Business Workshop” is going virtual to help owners rebound. Stephen talked with the founder of the event, Mark Lee of the Lee Group, and David Girodat from presenting sponsor, Fifth Third Bank.
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One Detroit: How allies can help the Black community in its struggle
One Detroit’s Will Glover talks with Charity Dean, Director of Civil Rights, Inclusion, and Opportunity for the City of Detroit about where people can start.
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COVID-313 Community Coalition Virtual Town Hall Week 11
This week’s COVID313 Virtual Town Hall focuses on advocating for Black lives, protecting your family’s mental health during crisis and talking with your children about race.
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One Detroit: Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist on racial unrest
Christy McDonald talks with Lt. Governor of Michigan Garlin Gilchrist about what true policy changes can be made to combat systemic racism.