Basic Black

The panel discusses a number of incidents from the summer from President Trump’s “go back” comment to four Congresswomen of color, a shooting in El Paso, Texas to the Straight Pride Parade in Boston and the impact on people of color who feel targeted. Phillip Martin , Senior Investigative Reporter, WGBH News * Michael Jeffries, * Associate Professor of American studies at Wellesley college.  He’s...

A wrap-up of the first Democratic Presidential Debates and reaction. There were 20 candidates split over two nights presenting their reasons why they are the best choice for president. Despite the number, there were a few candidates that stood out from the pack. Also, did the 2020 candidates vying for the presidency address important issues that impacts communities of color?  Panelists: Rahsaan Ha...

Basic Black highlights the 2019 Roxbury Film Festival with guest filmmakers. Lisa Simmons, Vladimir Minuty, Jennifer Sharp & Clennon King join the panel.

Chris Collins joins panel to discuss how communities of color are navigating entrepreneurship. Guests Tj Douglas, Betty Fransisco, Claudia Thompson and George Foreman III discuss their experiences.

Within various racial groups- Again, Black, Hispanic or Latino- There are many things that unite us together, but equally as much, there are unique cultural differences. Cultural identity runs deeper than what the eye can see. Host Callie Crossley is joined by Meghan Irons, Kellie Carter Jackson, Julio Ricardo Varela and Andrew Leong.

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.

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.

Basic Black discusses the job landscape for new graduates. Chris Collins talks with panelists Carolyn Tidwell, Jabril Robinson and Aisha Francis. 

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.

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.

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.

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 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...

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, Emerso...

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.

Basic Black examines how prevalent skin complexion is among communities of color today. Guest Panel: Jabari Asim author & Emerson College Professor, Psychologist, Dericka Canada-Cunningham, Singer, Actress & Educator, Lovely Hoffman & Ph. D. candidate Christina Douyon.

Basic Black discusses R. Kelly and the slew of allegations he's faced throughout his career. We also talk about the surge in online videos featuring Black Americans facing unwarranted police calls or humiliation. Guest Panel: Phillip Martin of WGBH News, Kim McLarin of Emerson College, Psychologist, Charmain Jackman & Rahsaan Hall of the ACLU.

Basic Black discusses R. Kelly and the slew of allegations he's faced throughout his career. We also talk about the surge in online videos featuring Black Americans facing unwarranted police calls or humiliation. Guest Panel: Phillip Martin of WGBH News, Kim McLarin of Emerson College, Psychologist, Charmain Jackman & Rahsaan Hall of the ACLU.

Basic Blacks dives into an epidemic affecting communitites of color, diabetes. We are joined by a panel of experts to discuss ways to improve living with the disease. Guest Panel: James Morton of YMCA, Dana Barros of the Celtics, Monet Bland of Joslin Diabetes Center & Tracey Brown of American Diabetes Assoc.

Basic Black explores the circumstance of being the only person of color in various settings. How it affects a person's psyche, how prevalent is it on the job or in academia? Guest Panel: Maureen Alphonse-Charles of Koya recruiting, Justin Kang of City Awake, Aisha Frances of Benjamin Franklin Institute & Renee Graham of Boston Globe.

This week, Basic Black explores unique challenges that men of color face when addressing mental health issues. Panelists: Gary Bailey, professor of practice at Simmons School of Social Work; Marty Martinez, chief of Boston's Department of Health and Human Services; Charles Daniels, therapist and CEO of Fathers' Uplift; and Rev. Dr. Emmett Price III, founding pastor of Love Christian Fellowship.

The 116th Congress is sworn in, and with it comes a younger, more democratic and diverse Congress—the most diverse ever in its history. As issues from immigration to healthcare continue to be on the minds  of many Americans, how will this new Congress address the needs of constituents of color?  Panelists:  Sonia Chang-Díaz, MA State Senator for the 2nd Suffolk  District Phillip Martin, Senior Rep...

During the holidays family and friends gather—often around the dinner table. This week, we talk to Boston-area chefs, owners and food experts about the historical, cultural and food traditions.  Panelists:  Tony Barros, Owner of Restaurante Cesaria Irene Li, Chef and co-owner, Mei Mei Restaurant &  Street Kitchen Dr. Fred Opie, Professor of history and foodways at Babson  College Josue Louis,...

This week, we discuss the spike in mental health challenges in college students, with a  distinct focus on the struggles of students of color. Panelists: Dr. Cherita Cloy, Crisis Intervention Counselor at Boston University, Dr. Pam Eddinger, President of Bunker Hill Community College, Charmain Jackman, MD. Psychologist, Christina Douyon, doctoral candidate at Boston College.

This week we discuss the midterm elections and the impact the results have on people of color. We will examine some key local races and national races with women, minorities and other groundbreaking politicians looking to break the glass ceiling. Framingham Mayor Yvonne Spicer  State Representative-Elect, Liz Miranda, (MA-5th, Suffolk  district)  Suffolk County District Attorney-Elect, Rachael Rol...