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Black Journal

WNET/Thirteen's monthly series (1968-77) of one-hour interconnected programs is produced for, about, and – to a large extent – by Black Americans. The magazine format reports on the achievements, the concerns, and the attitudes of the nation’s Black citizens. The executive producer is Tony Brown. Coverage includes the Newark Riots; a factory that produces Black dolls; comedy; interviews.

Black Journal is a local public television program presented by THIRTEEN PBS

Debut Episode of Black Journal, 1968

The Origin of Black Journal (58m 52s)

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