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DJ Skillz

Feb 1, 2011 at 2:05 pm

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Common Celebrates Black History Month With Speaking Tour

Common Celebrates Black History Month With Speaking Tour

Chicago rapper Common will celebrate Black History month by embarking on a tour that will engage several high profile speakers on the “AT&T 28 Days” speaker series.

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mcurley

Jan 26, 2011 at 3:38 pm

Our History Makers

Tune-in every weekday until Friday, March 2nd and listen for the daily history maker keyword. Enter the keyword into the form below each day for your chance to win $1000 each week! The more times you Read More

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DJ Skillz

Jun 22, 2010 at 3:00 pm

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Dj Spotlight: His Name Is Grand Wizzard Theodore!

Dj Spotlight: His Name Is Grand Wizzard Theodore!

Dj Skillz Black Music Month Dj Spotlight of the day is Grand Wizzard Theodore who invented the “Scratch” & “Needle Drop”

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DJ Skillz

Jun 21, 2010 at 3:00 pm

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Dj Spotlight: His Name Is Grandmaster Flash!

Dj Spotlight: His Name Is Grandmaster Flash!

Dj Skillz Black Music Month Dj Spotlight of the day is Grandmaster Flash The First Dj to make the turntable an instrument.

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DJ Skillz

Jun 18, 2010 at 3:25 pm

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DJ Spotlight: His Name Is Dj Kool Herc!

DJ Spotlight: His Name Is Dj Kool Herc!

Black Music Month continues on. Meet the “Father Of Hip-Hop” Dj Kool Herc. Herc paved the way for a lot of people. Check out his story.

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Don Juan FaSho

Feb 26, 2010 at 7:15 am

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Celebrating The Legendary Smokey Robinson

Celebrating The Legendary Smokey Robinson

The legendary Smokey Robinson has been a pillar in the African American music scene since the inception of Motown. Follow us as we celebrate Smokey Robinson during this Black History month.

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DJ Diamond

Feb 24, 2010 at 9:38 am

January 18, 1958: The NHL Is Integrated

January 18, 1958:  The NHL Is Integrated

On January 18, 1958 the first African American played for the NHL. Read the story of Willie O’Ree here.

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101.1 The WIZ

Feb 24, 2010 at 9:23 am

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Roslyn M. Brock Youngest Board Chairman Of The NAACP

Roslyn M. Brock Youngest Board Chairman Of The NAACP

The NAACP recently elected their youngest Board Chairman Roslyn M. Brock. Read her story here.

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Don Juan FaSho

Feb 24, 2010 at 9:10 am

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Althea Gibson: Tennis and Golf Pioneer

Althea Gibson:  Tennis and Golf Pioneer

Althea Gibson was the first african american to win in the US Open, paving the way for Venus and Serena. Follow us as we celebrate Althea during Black History Month.

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Don Juan FaSho

Feb 23, 2010 at 9:00 am

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Taraji P. Henson: From Howard U To Hollywood’s A-List

Taraji P. Henson: From Howard U To Hollywood’s A-List

Taraji P. Henson is one of today’s brightest African-American actresses stacking up a long list of movie credits and awards. Her story and accomplishments are highlighted here in honor of Black History Month.

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