EPISODE · Mar 19, 2026 · 18 MIN
"Skinny"—The Black babysitter narrates her life with the Philipsons
from Shoga Speaks — First Person · host Robert Philipson
Meet Doris Hale, the most intimate and important African American that my famlly knew and trusted, in her own words. Dr. Philipson conducted and transcribed the interview back in the early 90s. In anticipation of releasing the manuscript of the family memoir, we present certain chapters as podcasts performed by voice actors. "Skinny" was recorded and mixed by Joyce Licorish.Host InfoHosted by Dr. Robert PhilipsonRobert is a former professor of African-American studies with a passion for jazz and art. A published author and Harlem Renaissance historian, he has produced multiple films about the intersectionality of race, music, and sexuality.Connect With Us:Website: shogafilms.orgInstagram: @shogafilmsFacebook: facebook.com/shogafilmsTwitter: twitter.com/shogafilmsSign up for our newsletter at shogafilms.orgWebsite: www.shogafilms.com;Instagram: shogafilms;Facebook: facebook.com/shogafilms;Twitter: twitter.com/shogafilms
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Meet Doris Hale, the most intimate and important African American that my famlly knew and trusted, in her own words. Dr. Philipson conducted and transcribed the interview back in the early 90s. In anticipation of releasing the manuscript of the family memoir, we present certain chapters as podcasts performed by voice actors. "Skinny" was recorded and mixed by Joyce Licorish. Host Info Hosted by Dr. Robert Philipson Robert is a former professor of African-American studies with a passion for ja...
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