Committed to elevating and honoring Black voices, Connecticut Public highlights diverse narratives and community stories from across the state. Dive into a rich tapestry of narratives celebrating the Black communities across Connecticut and beyond. Explore podcasts, documentaries, local news and talk shows, all spotlighting diverse perspectives and stories.
Talk Shows
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We discuss a pioneering librarian who helped start the Morgan Library while keeping her racial identity a secret and a recent drag story hour in Enfield that was rescheduled due to safety concerns.
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This hour of 'Disrupted' explores issues around equity, race, and the environment. We talk to Leah Penniman, author of 'Black Earth Wisdom,' and Dr. Dorceta Taylor of the Yale School of the Environment.
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Horticulturist Renée Giroux talks about her approach to farming and the role small family farms play in offsetting climate change. And, author Susan Spungen gets you excited about spring cooking. Plus, Karyn Bigelow is building a community for Black beekeepers.
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Dr. Eddie S. Glaude Jr. talks about his new book 'We Are the Leaders We Have Been Looking For.' We'll discuss the origins of the book and his thoughts on the 2024 election.
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We talk to chart-topping country songwriter Alice Randall about her career and the often-ignored tradition of Black country artists that Beyoncé is now a part of.
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Meet the co-owners of the coffee shop at the Hartford Public Library. Pair books with wine, and learn about the Durham Public Library's Cookbook Club and Teen Test Kitchen. Plus, surprising things cooks might find in the Library of Things.
Local News
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Her performance at the Lincoln Memorial on April 9, 1939, marked a significant date in the history of American music and civil rights. Eighty five years later, Anderson is still remembered as a celebrated singer with Connecticut connections whose repertoire ranged from opera to spirituals.
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Sheila Kearney wants a memorial for her aunt and other veterans to honor their role in World War II, when soldiers’ only method of reliable communication was by mail.
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Connecticut Republican officials would like to see a new community center — this time in a different part of Connecticut’s 5th District.
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When people think of slavery in the U.S., many think of the South. But slavery happened in the North — and throughout New England, including Connecticut.
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Experts are uncovering Connecticut’s ties to slavery. But students are also chronicling stories of northern enslavement right where they live.
PBS Features
NPR features
Welcome to a collection of some of NPR's best podcast episodes and features from across the Black experience.
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