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Tag: BLK Interviews
Professor Joseph Kelly discusses America’s history of violent racism and compares today’s political climate
Racist violence in the United States dates back to the country’s foundation, but historians and researchers have noted there were…
Sociologist Joe LaBriola explains why rising U.S. house prices are widening the Black-white wealth gap
For decades, researchers have tracked the household incomes and wealth generation among Black and white Americans. The Black-white wealth gap is…
Monroe Dodd discusses co-authoring new book on iconic civil rights attorney Alvin Sykes
Author and veteran journalist Monroe Dodd has spent his career documenting the fascinating, and sometimes lesser-known, history of Kansas. Dodd…
Equal Justice USA discusses partnership with pro athletes, criminal justice reforms
Jamila Hodge, executive director of Equal Justice USA, a national non-profit organization dedicated to social justice advocacy, spoke with BLK…
Psychologist Dr. Shamecca Scott shares advice on coping with racial trauma and discrimination, discusses new book
Dr. Shamecca Scott is on a mission to empower and transform the lives of Black women with the new book…
Dr. Nadia Lopez, educator and Black Girls Rock! Change Agent award winner, talks improving education for students
Renowned educator Dr. Nadia Lopez spoke with BLK News Now! about her experiences working in the New York school system…
Emmy-winning actor Kim Estes shares journey into Hollywood, inspiration from Sidney Poitier, and more
Veteran actor Kim Estes has numerous credits under his belt, including hit shows such as “9-1-1,” “Dexter,” “NCIS,” “Criminal Minds”…
Author Dan Taylor discusses new book on Kenny Washington, legendary NFL player who broke racial barrier
Author Dan Taylor joined BLK News Now! to discuss his new book on the life and legacy of legendary NFL…
Real Estate mogul Jude Bernard shares keys to his financial success, overcoming gambling addiction, and more
Before becoming a New York-based real estate mogul, Jude Bernard’s chosen path was initially working for Verizon as a technician.…
