American Problems, Trans Solutions
In the U.S., Black trans people are among the most marginalized of marginalized Americans. Award-winning journalist Imara Jones shares the stories of trans leaders Kayla Gore, Breonna McCree, and Oluchi Omeoga who, despite the record-breaking number of anti-trans bills passed in 2023, are addressing critical issues surrounding economic empowerment and human dignity with heart and vision.
Episodes
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American Problems, Trans Solutions
S8 E11 - 25m 17s
In the U.S., Black trans people are among the most marginalized of marginalized Americans. Award-winning journalist Imara Jones shares the stories of trans leaders Kayla Gore, Breonna McCree, and Oluchi Omeoga who, despite the record-breaking number of anti-trans bills passed in 2023, are addressing critical issues surrounding economic empowerment and human dignity with heart and vision.
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Public Enemies, Private Friends
S8 E10 - 1h 28m
On December 30, 1994, a man entered two abortion clinics in Brookline, MA. By day's end, two women were dead, five wounded, and a community was left mourning. Thus began a clandestine dialogue between leaders of the pro-choice and pro-life movements and the beginning of the most unlikely friendship.
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Chinatown Auxiliary
S8 E9 - 27m 4s
For decades, Chinese residents have patrolled Manhattan's Chinatown as NYPD volunteer police to protect the few blocks they call home while finding belonging in a foreign, unwelcoming country. From the savage tribulation in the '70s to “Asian Hate” during the pandemic, these stories remind us of the hope the U.S. represented to the tired, the poor, and the huddled masses yearning to belong.
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Fire Tender
S8 E7 - 27m 41s
Yurok people have been putting fire on the land since time immemorial...but this practice has been disrupted by California settlers. Catastrophic fires in the West, however, has policymakers rethinking their commitment to fire suppression. FIRE TENDER shares the work of Margo Robbins, a Yurok knowledge keeper, seeking to return practices to Yurok territory, and to restore the land and its people.
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Minnesota's Alt-Meat Revolution
S8 E6 - 25m 23s
As the demand for plant-based alternatives to meat grows, so does the demand for new methods of farming and food production. In Dawson, MN, “alt-meat” is not new - soybean processing dates back to the '50s. Now, PURIS, one of the largest manufacturers of pea protein, has moved in to revolutionize the agricultural system. What impact will it have on the town's residents and surrounding communities?
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HBCU Week: Tradition and Competition
S8 E5 - 16m 57s
HBCU Week: TRADITION AND COMPETITION dives into HBCU football culture. Witness the rivalry of Hampton & Howard, a testament to tradition and spirit, and appreciate the intensity of an NC A&T vs. NC Central game, a match steeped in proximity and pride. The episode showcases the blend of camaraderie and competition that defines HBCU sports, highlighting their impact on African American communities.
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HBCU Week: Beyond the Field
S8 E4 - 26m 3s
HBCU Week: BEYOND THE FIELD takes you inside the heart of HBCUs. Experience the CIAA in Maryland, a cornerstone of Black athletics history, and feel the electrifying atmosphere of Louisiana's Bayou Classic - an annual showdown between Grambling State and Southern University. The episode offers a unique look beyond sports, highlighting the culture, history, and community spirit that define HBCUs.
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FIRSTHAND: Segregation
S8 E3 - 24m 33s
In Chicago, segregation has a profound impact. From disparities in housing, education and healthcare to economic inequality, FIRSTHAND: SEGREGATION illustrates the high cost of division, not just in dollars, but in lives lost and unrealized potential. Through stories, witness the power of individuals to effect positive change as residents strive for a more integrated and equitable community.
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In the Bubble with Jaime
S8 E2 - 39m 23s
In South Carolina, African American candidate Jaime Harrison faces incumbent Lindsey Graham for U.S. Senate. As COVID-19 disrupts, Harrison confronts not only the pandemic but deep-rooted racial prejudice. But, in a state with a significant African American population, his campaign against Graham becomes a symbol of hope in a time of crisis, intertwining politics, and race and health challenges.
Extras + Features
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In the Bubble with Jaime | Election Day
S8 E2 - 1m 27s
On Election Day 2020, U.S. Senate candidate, Jaime Harrison, opens up about himself and the pressures of being a Black Democrat in South Carolina. He also answers questions from reporters about what he would do for the people on his first day if he wins.
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In the Bubble with Jaime | Trailer
S8 E2 - 59s
In South Carolina, African American candidate Jaime Harrison faces incumbent Lindsey Graham for U.S. Senate. As COVID-19 disrupts, Harrison confronts not only the pandemic but deep-rooted racial prejudice. But, in a state with a significant African American population, his campaign against Graham becomes a symbol of hope in a time of crisis, intertwining politics, and race and health challenges.
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In the Bubble with Jaime | Growing Up Black and in Poverty
S8 E2 - 56s
Jaime Harrison, the 2020 Senate candidate for South Carolina, talks about growing up as a young, Black boy with few economic means. Harrison shares one story of going back to school knowing his single mother could not afford new clothes for him and how that experience was emotionally difficult for him as a child.
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In the Bubble with Jaime | Jaime Harrison
S8 E2 - 32s
Meet Jaime Harrison, the candidate running against Sen. Lindsey Graham in South Carolina. Born in Orangeburg, the South Carolinian, and African American, is on a 2020 campaign to defeat the long-standing incumbent on issues that matter to the people of the state. What will happen during the election (hint: a global pandemic and so much more)?
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In the Bubble with Jaime | Running for South Carolina
S8 E2 - 58s
Jaime Harrison and his mother, Patricia Stewart, reveal why he is running for the 2020 Senate seat in South Carolina. Even knowing it is a challenging race, Harrison is doing it for the people of his home state as the conditions in health care, education, economy and more are at the bottom of U.S. state rankings.
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In the Bubble with Jaime | Preview
S8 E2 - 30s
In South Carolina, African American candidate Jaime Harrison faces incumbent Lindsey Graham for U.S. Senate. As COVID-19 disrupts, Harrison confronts not only the pandemic but deep-rooted racial prejudice. But, in a state with a significant African American population, his campaign against Graham becomes a symbol of hope in a time of crisis, intertwining politics, and race and health challenges.
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Beyond the Lens with Emily Harrold and Charlamagne Tha God
S8 E2 - 23m 19s
Emily Harrold and Charlamagne Tha God talk with Tina McDuffie about IN THE BUBBLE WITH JAIME, their documentary film following Jaime Harrison who ran a 2020 Senate campaign against Lindsey Graham during the COVID-19 pandemic. The filmmaker and executive producer discuss race in America through red and blue politics, and share what is means to be from South Carolina.
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Legacy of Love | Preview
S8 E1 - 30s
LEGACY OF LOVE reveals the meeting, romance and intellectual relationship between Coretta Scott and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. With historical dramatizations and exclusive interviews, the film shows the surprising differences between their backgrounds. Featuring brief commentaries by Christian, Jewish, Moslem, Asian-American, African-American and Latin-American community leaders.
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Legacy of Love | Trailer
S8 E1 - 1m 7s
LEGACY OF LOVE reveals the meeting, romance and intellectual relationship between Coretta Scott and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. With historical dramatizations and exclusive interviews, the film shows the surprising differences between their backgrounds. Featuring brief commentaries by Christian, Jewish, Moslem, Asian-American, African-American and Latin-American community leaders.
Schedule
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The Power of a Pardon
Monday
Jul 15
30 Minutes
Five individuals build a life after prison thanks to the Pennsylvania Board of Pardons, and explain how life-altering a pardon and criminal justice reform can be. -
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The Power of a Pardon
Tuesday
Jul 16
30 Minutes
Five individuals build a life after prison thanks to the Pennsylvania Board of Pardons, and explain how life-altering a pardon and criminal justice reform can be. -
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Local, USA
The Power of a Pardon
Tuesday
Jul 16
30 Minutes
Five individuals build a life after prison thanks to the Pennsylvania Board of Pardons, and explain how life-altering a pardon and criminal justice reform can be. -
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Local, USA
The Power of a Pardon
Friday
Jul 19
30 Minutes
Five individuals build a life after prison thanks to the Pennsylvania Board of Pardons, and explain how life-altering a pardon and criminal justice reform can be. -
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Local, USA
The Power of a Pardon
Friday
Jul 19
30 Minutes
Five individuals build a life after prison thanks to the Pennsylvania Board of Pardons, and explain how life-altering a pardon and criminal justice reform can be. -
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Local, USA
The Power of a Pardon
Friday
Jul 19
30 Minutes
Five individuals build a life after prison thanks to the Pennsylvania Board of Pardons, and explain how life-altering a pardon and criminal justice reform can be.
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