Welcome to the “Here and Now” podcast” from WABC-TV New York and Eyewitness News.
Every week, host Sandra Bookman takes a deep dive into the issues and stories that impact the Black community, from elected leaders and experts voicing their opinions and positions, to community activists and grassroots groups highlighting concerns and changing lives to entrepreneurs big and small making a difference.
“Here and Now” offers in-depth discussions about the things that matter most: the economy, education and important health issues. We also showcase the best in Black culture, whether it's theater, music, visual arts, fashion, sports or tech trends.
The show provides a platform for those making a difference in the African-American community to share their stories and the lessons they've learned.
We'll also be sharing some bonus content like extended interviews with some of our biggest names and newsmakers, so hit follow and join us each week.
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Welcome to the “Here and Now” podcast” from WABC-TV New York and Eyewitness News.
Every week, host Sandra Bookman takes a deep dive into the issues and stories that impact the Black community, from elected leaders and experts voicing their opinions and positions, to community activists and grassroots groups highlighting concerns and changing lives to entrepreneurs big and small making a difference.
“Here and Now” offers in-depth discussions about the things that matter most: the economy, education and important health issues. We also showcase the best in Black culture, whether it's theater, music, visual arts, fashion, sports or tech trends.
The show provides a platform for those making a difference in the African-American community to share their stories and the lessons they've learned.
We'll also be sharing some bonus content like extended interviews with some of our biggest names and newsmakers, so hit follow and join us each week.
Actor Courtney B. Vance narrates audio edition of W.E.B. Du Bois biography
Here and Now with Sandra Bookman
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4 months ago
Actor Courtney B. Vance narrates audio edition of W.E.B. Du Bois biography
Coming up on Here and Now, award-winning actor Courtney B. Vance shares his latest project: the first audio edition of "W.E.B Du Bois: Biography of a Race, 1868-1919."
Arguably one of the most prominent and well respected African American scholars, Dr. W.E.B. Du Bois was the first Black American to earn a PhD from Harvard University. He was also one of the founding members of the NAACP.
Now, for the first time ever, the prize-winning "W.E.B Du Bois: Biography of a Race, 1868-1919" has been enhanced with an audio recording.
Vance is the narrator of the extraordinary literary piece of work, and he joins Here and Now to discuss the project and the meaning behind it.
Plus, building affordable housing and better lives for families in New Jersey. We'll introduce you to the successful Black female developer whose story began in war-torn Liberia.
Also ahead, how The Doe Fund's "Ready, Willing and Able" program continues its legacy of connecting the homeless to jobs and permanent housing.
Meanwhile, actor Malik Yoba stops by to chat about his "Flipping the Hood" initiative, which has a focus on education and real estate.
And actress Erika Woods discusses her breakout role in the hit series, "Power Book III: Raising Kanan."
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Here and Now with Sandra Bookman
Welcome to the “Here and Now” podcast” from WABC-TV New York and Eyewitness News.
Every week, host Sandra Bookman takes a deep dive into the issues and stories that impact the Black community, from elected leaders and experts voicing their opinions and positions, to community activists and grassroots groups highlighting concerns and changing lives to entrepreneurs big and small making a difference.
“Here and Now” offers in-depth discussions about the things that matter most: the economy, education and important health issues. We also showcase the best in Black culture, whether it's theater, music, visual arts, fashion, sports or tech trends.
The show provides a platform for those making a difference in the African-American community to share their stories and the lessons they've learned.
We'll also be sharing some bonus content like extended interviews with some of our biggest names and newsmakers, so hit follow and join us each week.
