A conversational series inspired by The Harlem Renaissance Salon: a dinner gathering of African American philosophers, writers, musicians, singers, dancers, comedians and actors of the period.
EPISODE 1
Your Success is Not My Failure
Brett Gray, star of "On My Block" and "Star Trek Prodigy," and other guests challenge old-school norms as they discuss the roles of leaders versus influencers and why everyone needs to be on social media.
EPISODE 2
The Hardest Fight is the Fight Against Status Quo
Jim Jones and guests discuss the sentiment of Black Lives Matter and representation.
EPISODE 3
You Don't Aioli a Black-Eyed Pea
Roxanne Shante, Roy Wood Jr. and other guests discuss the proper use of the "N" word and who is allowed to use it, and the challenges faced while parenting black boys.
EPISODE 4
We Him
Activist and actress Leyna Bloom and other guests discuss rewriting black history and making space and time for black trans women.
EPISODE 5
Rest is Our Ancestor's Wildest Dream
From the infamous girl group to the ultimate gangster mother role, Naturi Naughton and other guests discuss the black hair struggle, code-switching, and their ancestor's dream of resting.
EPISODE 6
I Used to Just Think My Idea Tastes Good
From prison cell to political office, Shyne and other guests share their perspectives on reparations, spirituality and the black man's need to manage their mental health.
Elaine Welteroth
David Lawrence
Marc Spears
Tracey Baker-Simmons
Raina Kelley
A.C. Roe
Rick Van Meter
