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State Of Play
by Sharon Pratt
State of Play is a weekly “deep dive” into touchstone issues of the day with the mission of providing historical context; exploring the stakes for everyday citizens and traditionally marginalized groups; as well as examining the issues that have perennially plagued our Nation. State of Play features compelling guests: subject-matter experts; those with direct responsibility and authority; respected historians; advocates; organizers; analysts; and award-winning journalists. State of Play airs on the Black News Channel every Saturday and Sunday at noon. Check your local listings. Visit https://bnc.tv/how-to-watch/ for information on where to find the Black News Channel.
Episodes
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IPPH presents: "Examining Gil Scott-Heron's Genius"
The Institute of Politics Policy and History at the University of the District of Columbia presents an examination of the work of musician and poet Gil Scott-Heron. Featuring Founding IPPH Director and former Washington DC Mayor Sharon Pratt, IPPH Fellow, literary activist, and writer E.…
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In Depth - The Wealth Divide
The panel discusses causes for and possible solutions to the wealth divide between African-Americans and the rest of the US population. Features in-depth interviews with and bonus discussions Shawn Rochester (author of The Black Tax), Heather McGhee (author of The Sum of Us), and Congresswoman...
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In Depth - America and Guns
Why is America an outlier in the world when it comes to gun violence and passion for gun ownership? What is the true origin of the second amendment? Find out the answer to these questions and more on this week's State of Play featuring interviews and bonus discussions with historian Dr. Carol...
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The Technology Gap Revisited
The digital divide is just the beginning of the problems faced by black people because of the technology industry. Find out more about the consequences of and potential solutions for the technology gap. Interview guests include Dr. Nicol Turner Lee, Dr. Ruha Benjamin, Dr. Allison Scott, and Dean...
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The Fight For DC Statehood with guest Latosha Brown
Black Voters Matter co-founder, LaTosha Brown asks Mayor Pratt and her co-hosts about the fight for voting rights and the fight for D.C. Statehood
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The Power Of Protest In Sports
Mayor Pratt speaks with Kevin Merida, ESPN Senior Vice President and Editor-in-Chief of the sports blog The Undefeated and Bijan Bayne, award-winning Washington-based freelance columnist, critic, author and IPPH Resident Fellow in Sports. They discuss the tradition of protest in America (Boston…
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The Washington DC Narrative and the Arts
Mayor Pratt discusses how popular culture/performing arts often establish “baked in” notions of “worthiness, competency—and how these notions often make appropriate demands, such as DC Statehood, uphill climbs. The two incredible expert guests are: Maria Manuela Goyanes and Nikki Giovanni.
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Race: The Continuing American Dilemma
Mayor Pratt talks with sociologist, writer and former Program Officer with the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, Dr. Bobby Austin and former senior vice president of corporate responsibility with John Hancock and CEO of The Partnership Carol Fulp. They discuss America's continuing dilemma around race and...
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Voting Rights and DC Statehood
Originally published 06/14/21 The fight for voting rights and the fight for D.C. Statehood remain linked, urgent, but also challenged and delayed. Get the history, obstacles and strategy from this week's guest on State of Play including author/journalist, Ari Berman. We'll also hear from…
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The Technology Gap
This episode originally aired on 06/07/21. The digital divide is just the beginning of the problems faced by black people because of the technology industry. Find out more about the consequences of and potential solutions for the technology gap. Interview guests include Dr. Nicol Turner Lee, Dr....
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The Black Homeownership Gap
This week's episode of State of Play explores The Black Homeownership Gap. Guests this week include the U.S. Sec. of Housing and Urban Development, Marcia L. Fudge; the Coleman A. Young Endowed Chair and Professor of Research at Wayne State University Department of Urban Planning, James Carr…
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Work in Post-Pandemic America
Post-pandemic America has changed our lives, no doubt. How has the way we feel about work, the type of work available, and the nature of work been impacted by the pandemic? We'll explore those questions and more on this week's episode of State of Play. Featured guests include: Former Clinton and...
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K-12 Culture Wars
Is it about history? Is it about race? Is it about politics? Who do you find when you follow the money? Why are teachers being fired and school board members receiving death threats? Is this unusual or have we seen it before in America? This week on State of Play, it's the K-12 Culture Wars. Join...
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1st Annual Books Special
Hear from subject-matter experts on what you should be reading this summer. Guests include Dr. Brenda M. Greene; Prof. Joshua Clark Davis; Troy Johnson; and, Ramunda & Derrick Young.
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The Future of Policing
The history of policing in America can help us understand the complicated consequences of avoiding reform. Yet, the discussion over how policing should evolve, especially in communities of color, remains tense and partisan. On this week's State of Play will get history, context, and proposed...
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America and Guns
Why is America an outlier in the world when it comes to gun violence and passion for gun ownership? What is the true origin of the second amendment? Find out the answer to these questions and more on this week's State of Play featuring interviews with historian Dr. Carol Anderson author of The...
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Voting Rights and DC Statehood
The fight for voting rights and the fight for D.C. Statehood remain linked, urgent, but also challenged and delayed. Get the history, obstacles and strategy from this week's guest on State of Play including author/journalist, Ari Berman. We'll also hear from historians Prof. Carol Anderson, Prof....
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The Technology Gap
The digital divide is just the beginning of the problems faced by black people because of the technology industry. Find out more about the consequences of and potential solutions for the technology gap. Interview guests include Dr. Nicol Turner Lee, Dr. Ruha Benjamin, Dr. Nashlie Sephus, Dr....
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Black Access to Capital
The Lending and investment crisis in black America and what can be done about it.
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The Impact of The 2020 Census
The Impact of The 2020 Census featuring interviews with historian Dr. Margo Anderson; NALEO; President and CEO of the National Urban League, Marc Morial; and former Director of the United States Census Bureau and Provost of Georgetown University, Robert M. Groves.
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Black Pain & Trauma
Interviews with Professor Brandon Jones M.A., Keneisha Sinclair-McBride PhD, and Richard Orbé-Austin PhD
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The First 100 Days of the Biden Presidency
Interviews with Eddie S. Glaude Jr., Kate Masur, Eric Rauchway, and Peniel Joseph
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The Essential Immigrant
in-depth interviews with Mae Ngai (Professor of Asian American Studies, Columbia University), Janet Murguía (President and CEO of UnidosUS), and David Leopold (Chair, Immigration Practice Group)
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The Challenges facing Historically Black Colleges & Universities
Interviews with Adam Harris (author of The State Must Provide), Jarrett Carter Sr. (Editor of HBCU Digest), David A. Thomas (President of Morehouse College), and Ronald Mason (President of The University of The District of Columbia)
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The Status of Black Women in America
This week our panel discusses the current status of Black Women in America in the areas of health, the economy, wealth, and overall wellbeing. Features in-depth interviews with Linda Goler Blount, Farah Tanis, C. Nicole Mason, and Margaret Anadu
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The Wealth Divide
This week our panel discusses causes for and possible solutions to the wealth divide between African-Americans and the rest of the population. Features in-depth interviews with Shawn Rochester (author of The Black Tax), Heather McGhee (author of The Sum of Us), and Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee.
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The Future of the Two-Party System
Interviews with Michael Steele, Andy Card, and Jennifer Mercieca.
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The Stimulus & Economic Impact
Interviews & Discussions with Mayor Sheldon Neeley (Flint, MI), Mayor Chokwe A. Lumumba (Jackson, MS), Ada Briceño (Unite Here, Local 11), and Jason Furman (Harvard Kennedy School)
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The Rising Threat of Domestic Terrorism
Our hosts sit down with filmmaker Daniel Lombroso, Eric Ward, and Elizabeth Neumann to assess the real rising threat of domestic terrorism in the United States.
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COVID-19 and Our Community
Former District of Columbia Mayor, Sharon Pratt and her co-hosts interview Dr. Anthony Fauci, Dr. Cozzette Lyons-Jones, and Dr. Kenji Hawthorne.
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Trailer
Meet former District of Columbia Mayor, Sharon Pratt host of State of Play. State of Play airs on the Black News Channel every Saturday and Sunday at noon. Check your local listings. Visit https://bnc.tv/how-to-watch/ for information on where to find the Black News Channel.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
State of Play is a weekly “deep dive” into touchstone issues of the day with the mission of providing historical context; exploring the stakes for everyday citizens and traditionally marginalized groups; as well as examining the issues that have perennially plagued our Nation. State of Play features compelling guests: subject-matter experts; those with direct responsibility and authority; respected historians; advocates; organizers; analysts; and award-winning journalists. State of Play airs on the Black News Channel every Saturday and Sunday at noon. Check your local listings. Visit https://bnc.tv/how-to-watch/ for information on where to find the Black News Channel.
HOSTED BY
Sharon Pratt
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