Culture Rich Conversations with the
Black Awareness Association, Juneau
They say the shortest distance between two people is a story – and every Thursday afternoon, the Black Awareness Association of Juneau bridges the gaps 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 Hannon and Mark Stopha, The Social Justice Fund grant program of The Alaska Community Foundation, and the 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.
Culture Rich Conversations: ‘Invisible Generals’ author Doug Melville
Juneau’s Black Awareness Association conclude their celebration of Black History Month with an in-depth conversation with author of “Invisible Generals” Doug Melville.
Culture Rich Conversations: ‘Lift Every Voice and Sing’ and ‘The Star-Spangled Banner’
On this episode of Culture Rich Conversations from Juneau’s Black Awareness Association the celebration of Black History Month continues by having a conversation with the NAACP of Anchorage about the songs “Lift Every Voice and Sing” and “The Star-Spangled Banner.”
Culture Rich Conversations: Black love, part two
On this episode of Culture Rich Conversations from Juneau’s Black Awareness Association, they celebrate Black History Month by giving us part two of last week’s discussion about Black love! Host Christina Michelle and her guests are back to wrap things up!
Culture Rich Conversations: Black love, part one
Culture Rich Conversations from Juneau’s Black Awareness Association celebrate Black love and relationships in Alaska! Host Christina Michelle and her guests have an open and honest conversation about their Black love journey and the pros and cons of this Black-lived experience here in Alaska.
Culture Rich Conversations: Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. & Black History Month
On this episode of Culture Rich Conversations from Juneau’s Black Awareness Association they are celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and starting the conversation regarding Black History Month.
Culture Rich Conversations: Banned Books by Black Authors – “Monday’s Not Coming” by Tiffany D. Jackson
On this episode of Culture Rich Conversations from Juneau’s Black Awareness Association, the banned books written by Black authors series continues. Host Christina Michelle and her panel of guests discuss “Monday’s Not Coming” by Tiffany D. Jackson.
Culture Rich Conversations: The Black Thanksgiving season
Thanksgiving is one week away, and many of us are preparing to celebrate. But does the holiday mean the same to the Black community as it does to other Americans?
Culture Rich Conversations: Black culture and American politics
On this episode of Culture Rich Conversations from Juneau’s Black Awareness Association, Host Christina Michelle and her guests have an informative and unflinching conversation as they discuss the current state and the history of the Black community and its relationship with American politics.
Culture Rich Conversations: November hot topics in Black culture
On this episode of Culture Rich Conversations from Juneau’s Black Awareness Association, Host Christina Michelle and Producer Natasha Boozer have an honest and entertaining conversation on November’s hot topics in Black culture.
Culture Rich Conversations: Banned Books by Black Authors – The Bluest Eye
On this episode of Culture Rich Conversations from Juneau’s Black Awareness Association the series on banned books written by Black authors continues. Host Christina Michelle and her panel of guests discuss “The Bluest Eye” written by Toni Morrison.