CUNY TV's Black America

Musicologist and Author, Dr. Guthrie P. Ramsey Jr. discusses his latest work, "Who Hears Here?", his inspirations and how he is passing it down to generations to come.

Dr. Shaakira Haywood Stewart, a licensed psychologist and Dr. Joshua Livingston, a Master Barber and Visiting Assistant Professor at Bard College discusses mental health and the importance of creating safe spaces in the Black community for young adults.

Founder and CEO, Bea Dixon joins us with her brother and Co-Founder, Sy Gray to discuss the success of their company and recent backlash from a Target ad that sparked controversy.

Creator and Executive Producer Michaela angela Davis along with Elle Moxley, Founder of The Marsha P. Johnson Institute discusses docuseries, "The Hair Tales" on HULU and OWN. Also Executive Produced by Oprah Winfrey and Tracy Ellis Ross.

Randy Donaldson, Executive Producer and Tamara Tunie, Director of "Marian the Musical" joins host, Carol Jenkins to discuss the impact Marian Anderson had on so many during the era of racial segregation to now that inspired this work they are doing today.

What's at stake for the Black vote with guests Errol Louis, Host of "Inside City Hall" on NY1 and Dr. Basil A. Smikle Jr., Distinguished Lecturer and Director of the Public Policy Program at the Roosevelt House Public Policy Institute at Hunter College.

Emerald Garner releases her memoir, "Finding My Voice" as she shares the pain from the unjust murder of her father, Eric Garner. Emerald's story with police brutality, mental health and loss can be seen as a guide to understanding collateral damage and the way out of it.

Dr. Alexea Gaffney shares her own journey in fighting to survive breast cancer and how she continues to educate and encourage others.

Kim Taylor-Thompson, NYU Professor of Clinical Law Emerita and Editor of "Progressive Prosecution" joins host, Carol Jenkins to discuss how race shapes and misshapes the injustice in this country and her role in changing that.

Carol Jenkins sits down with her daughter Elizabeth Hines, Editor of "After Math: Life in Post-Roe America". While discussing legacy, her upcoming book and more, we turn the tables and allow Elizabeth to ask Carol a few questions of her own.

Maria Davis-Pierre, Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Founder of Autism in Black joins host, Carol Jenkins to bring awareness to how autism affects those in the black community.

Author, Linda Villarosa discusses the racial health disparities in America in her latest book, "Under the Skin: The Hidden Toll of Racism American Lives and on the Health of Our Nation".

Emmy nominated journalist Abi Ishola-Ayodeji discusses her debut novel "Patience is a Subtle Thief".

Ntozake Shange's "For Colored Girls" returns to Broadway after almost 50 years. Lady in Orange, Amara Granderson, and Lady in Brown, Tendayi Kuumba joins Carol Jenkins to discuss their experiences in the play after receiving 7 Tony Nominations.

Host, Carol Jenkins is joined by Imani Perry, Author of "South to America: A Journey Below the Mason-Dixon to Understand the Soul of a Nation".

Tony and Emmy® Award winning Costume Designer, Paul Tazewell joins host, Carol Jenkins to discuss looks in his latest works, "West Side Story" and "MJ the Musical" and how it all started.

Dr. Farah Jasmine Griffin joins host, Carol Jenkins to discuss her latest book, "Read Until You Understand: The Profound Wisdom of Black Life and Literature".

Carol Jenkins is joined by Brittney C. Cooper, Professor and Author of "Feminist AF: A Guide To Crushing Girlhood".

Lighting Designer, Kathy A. Perkins joins host, Carol Jenkins to discuss her latest work and debut on Broadway for Alice Childress, "Trouble in Mind".

Playwright Keenan Scott II and Actor Forrest McClendon discuss Broadway's latest sensation, "Thoughts of a Colored Man".

Award winning journalist Vanessa De Luca has been the driving force behind many companies as Editor-in-Chief such as Essence and Zora Magazine by Medium and joins Carol Jenkins to discuss her current role as Editor-in-Chief at The Root.

CUNY welcomes Guttman's 2nd President, Dr. Larry Johnson Jr. He joins host, Carol Jenkins to discuss the goals for the school as they approach 10 years, equity and inclusion initiatives and more.

Host, Carol Jenkins sits with Joy Bivins, newest director of the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture to discuss upcoming exhibitions, the African diaspora and more.

The Williamstown Theater Festival presents, Celebrating the Black Radical Imagination: 9 solo plays written and directed by Black playwrights and directors, performed live on the front lawn of the '62 Center for Theatre and Dance.

Author, Zakiya Dalila Harris joins Carol Jenkins to discuss her first and highly anticipated novel, "The Other Black Girl".