Episodes
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Doctors of Color
Basic Black discusses the importance of having a diverse population of doctors. Callie Crossley talks with Arun Singh, M.D, Imoigele Aisiku, M.D, Numa Perez, M.D and Ariana Vora, M.D. -
Reality of Reparations
Basic Black explores the realities of reparations. Why has it reemerged in the mainstream and what would it look like in 2019? Chris Collins sits with Phillip Martin, Kim McLarin, Joyce Hope Scott and Tanisha Sullivan to discuss. -
Job Market for College Graduates of Color
Basic Black discusses the job landscape for new graduates. Chris Collins talks with panelists Carolyn Tidwell, Jabril Robinson and Aisha Francis. -
Marijuana In Massachusetts & How People of Color Fit In
Basic Black explores the challenges and opportunity that comes with the growing marijuana industry. Speaking to current components in the field- Callie Crossley talks with Tito Jackson, Sieh Samura, Kobie Evans and Kim Napoli. -
College Debt & Debt Management
Basic Black examines how the student loan debt crisis is affecting people of color during school and post graduation. Callie Crossley joins panel with Teri Williams, Marsia Hill-Kreaime, Kevin Fudge and Meera Oliva. -
2020 Presidential Outlook
The 2020 presidential campaign is heating up with a swarm of eager candidates. Basic Black takes a look at the candidates running and how their platforms may impact communities of color. Callie Crossley is joined by Phillip Martin, Rachel Kemp, Renee Graham and Steve Tompkins on the panel. -
The Disparity of Clearance Rates in Communities of Color
Basic Black explores police clearance rates and the disparities for communities of color. Guests include Monalisa Smith, founder and CEO of Mothers for Justice and Equality, MA State Rep Russell Holmes, Rahsaan Hall, director of the Racial Justice Program at the ACLU in MA, and Suffolk County District Attorney Rachael Rollins. -
Blackface still present, and taking new forms in 2019
Blackface has resurfaced into the spotlight in recent weeks. Basic Black explores why it is still a sensitive issue.Tanisha Sullivan, Esq., Pres. NAACP Boston Branch, WGBH Board of Overseers. Social Justice & Race Reporter, The Boston Globe, Meghan Irons, Michael Jeffries, Associate Prof. of American Studies, Wellesley College. Tracy Strain, Documentary Filmmaker & Professor, Northeastern Univ. -
Previewing the Oscars
Several movies that feature people of color are nominated for several awards at the 91st Academy awards. Basic Black explores why. Panelists: Daniel Callahan, Multimedia Artist & Filmmaker, Naheem Garcia, Actor, Director & Educator, Andrea Lyman, Actor, Singer & Board Member of New England SAG & AFTRA, Kim McLarin, Associate Professor of Writing, Literature & Publishing, Emerson College. -
Hair: Down to the Roots - The Black and Brown Hair Experience
Basic Black examines the Black and Brown hair experience within communities of color. Guest Panel: Sotonye Imadojemu, M.D., Hair Stylist, Erinn Pearson, Kellie Carter Jackson, Ph.D., & Master Barber, Lex A. Daluz.
