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Time of Essence
This documentary series highlights the ways Essence has informed and reflected Black culture in America over the past 50 years with firsthand commentary from the icons and trailblazers, never-before-seen footage and exclusive behind-the-scenes moments.
2023 1 season · 5 episodes Ended
- Documentary
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8 platforms currently listed across all viewing options
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- First aired
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 5
- Status
- Ended
Latest aired episode
S1 E5
Chapter Five: 2010 Onwards
Aired 42 min
In the 2010s, Essence is a household name but is buried in a vast library of Time Inc. publications. Change is on the horizon when Essence is brought back into Black ownership, but external challenges and internal issues test the company's resilience.
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Season 1
5 episodes
First episode aired
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