Dr. Vanessa Tyler takes us inside the case of William McNeil Jr., the 22-year old HBCU student who was pulled from his car and beaten by Florida police officers. Hear accounts from William himself, and the attorneys who represent him, as they detail the events that unfolded during the routine traffic stop that escalated into violence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Episode 87 - Sapelo Gangway Disaster
Dr. Vanessa Tyler takes us inside the tragedy of the Sapelo Island Gangway accident. Hear firsthand accounts from survivors of the collapsed gangway at the Marsh Landing Dock on Sapelo Island. It was supposed to be a day of celebration, commemorating Sapelo Island's Gullah-Geechee community made up of descendants of Black slaves. Instead, it was a day of disaster and survival.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Episode 86 - Trip To Tybee Savannah
Dr. Vanessa Tyler travels to Tybee Island near Savannah Georgia to soak up the sun and knowledge surrounding this historical island haven. Led by historian and tour guide Dr. Amir Jamal Toure, Dr. Tyler gets a crash course in the history, mythology and culture of the island. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Episode 85 - Fan Base
Dr. Vanessa Tyler talks to producer and tech founder Isaac Hayes III about Fanbase, the first Black-owned social media platform. Fanbase positions itself as an alternative to traditional social media platforms as it focuses on diversity, social engagement and content monetization for Black creators.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Episode 84 - Smokey Robinson
Dr. Vanessa Tyler has an in-depth conversation with one of Smokey Robinson's best friends, legendary actor and producer Leon Isaac Kennedy. They discuss the recent allegations of assault, rape and abuse brought against the iconic singer and his wife. Leon is quick to defend his friend and offers his unique insight into the case.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Artful story telling takes center stage as BIN’S "Black Land" podcast taps into the lives of ordinary people and brings to life their extraordinary tales of triumph and circumstance. Join Emmy award winning Host Vanessa Tyler each week as she dives deep into uncharted stories and gives an overdue and deserving voice to those who have often experienced the other side of the American dream. From laughter to tears, triumph to trials, Black Land delivers the personal narratives of Black people surviving through struggles, and challenges, and unmasks their stories through a combination of expert guests, heartwarming honesty, and an authentic dialogue that's rarely heard on podcasts today.
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