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Seen & Heard: The History of Black Television
“Owning the screen. Owning the story.”
Journey through the history of black representation on television, showcasing how black artists and creators both shaped and revolutionized the medium while confronting the systemic challenges that have often undermined their contributions.
2025 2.1/10 community score 1 season · 2 episodes Ended
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Part 2: Heard
Aired 1h 35m
The responsibility and power of storytelling is demonstrated through the work of Shonda Rhimes, Oprah Winfrey, and other creators, as well as stories depicting the breadth of the Black experience. With ownership of news and entertainment properties, Black creators now shape perception and policy – while honoring the scope of their history in all its paradoxes and complexities.
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