Culture Rich Conversations with the
Black Awareness Association, Juneau
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They say the shortest distance between two people is a story. Culture Rich Conversations aims to bridge the gap in our understanding about the biggest race and social justice issues of our times with thoughtful conversations from the Black community in this special series.
Led by Sherry Patterson, the Black Awareness Association of Juneau launched the series in the aftermath of George Floyd’s death, which triggered the need for deeper discussions about racism and Black culture. KTOO is thrilled to partner with the Black Awareness Association of Juneau to bring you perspectives that were birthed from life experiences.
FUNDERS: Sara Hannan and Mark Stopha, the Social Justice Fund grant program of the Alaska Community Foundation, and the Alaska Humanities Forum and the National Endowment for the Humanities, a federal agency. Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Nov. 17, 2022: Finding the joy this holiday season
On this week’s episode of Culture Rich Conversations from Juneau’s Black Awareness Association, host Christina Michelle and her guests discuss how we can find the joy this holiday season.
Nov. 10, 2022: Alaskan Black Business Owners
This week’s episode of Culture Rich Conversations from Juneau’s Black Awareness Association highlights two Alaskan business owners going into detail about what it takes to get started.
Nov. 3, 2022: November’s Hot Topics in Black Culture
This month’s spirited conversation includes an in-depth discussion of the Kanye West controversy, targeted poisoning of Black women, and other topics on the minds of the Black community.
Oct. 27, 2022: “Everyone knows someone” affected by domestic violence
Host Christina Michelle is joined by Dr. Debra Warner and Myrlande Johnson to discuss the definition of domestic violence, different types of abuse, and how to recognize abuse.
Oct. 20, 2022: Why Black Alaskans should vote this November
On this week’s Culture Rich Conversations, we’ll explore the issues that has Black voters most inspired to get out and vote, voter suppression, and efforts to increase the number of Black Alaskans who cast their ballot.
Thursday, October 13, 2022: Living Black in a White Community
Part 1: Listen to the Show
Guests: Dr. Rose Moten, Tahkaja McRay, Ahmir Parker and Alicia Stettler.
Christina Michelle hosts and moderates a discussion of today’s hot topics in Black culture
Representing perspectives of Black Alaskans, this week’s guests share their takes on gospel music, Ketanji Brown Jackson, John Boyega’s dating preferences, police body cams and more.
Thursday, June 16, 2022: Juneteenth: A work in progress.
Part 1: The story of Juneteenth, one that is still being written.
Guests: Janelle Everett, Director of College Recruitment, Iḷisaġvik CollegeAlthough President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863, it wasn’t until two years later on June 19, 1865, that the news reached slaves in Texas. They were the last to be freed and celebrated with songs and prayer — a day that later became known as Juneteenth. While the holiday is celebrated…
Thursday, June 2, 2022: Black Music Appreciation Month: Kenneth Monts looks back on a lifetime of music.
Part 1: Kenneth Monts reflects: Growing up with Stevie, Aretha and James.
Guests: Kenneth Months, Black history buff.When James Brown sang, “Say it loud. I’m Black and I’m proud,” those were radical words in the turbulent 1960’s. But to Kenneth Monts, they were words he needed to hear and stayed with him for a lifetime. In this interview with his niece, Kelli Patterson, Monts talks about how Brown and other Black…
