On Friday, September 29, 2023, at 9:00 Pm on OWN, a new series called “Rebuilding Black Wall Street” kicks off with its debut episode titled “The Birthing Center.” This series is focused on a meaningful mission.
In this episode, Montika Collins, a descendant of the Tulsa Race Massacre, takes center stage. She has a vision to create the only natural birthing center in North Tulsa and revive the tradition of midwifery in the Greenwood District. This initiative is not only about healthcare but also about honoring the heritage and history of the area.
Designers Jon Pierre and Mary Tjon-Joe-Pin step in to assist Montika in making her dream a reality. The episode follows their efforts and the challenges they face in bringing this project to life.
“Rebuilding Black Wall Street” sheds light on important community initiatives and celebrates the resilience and determination of individuals like Montika Collins who are dedicated to positive change.
In this episode, Montika Collins, a descendant of the Tulsa Race Massacre, takes center stage. She has a vision to create the only natural birthing center in North Tulsa and revive the tradition of midwifery in the Greenwood District. This initiative is not only about healthcare but also about honoring the heritage and history of the area.
Designers Jon Pierre and Mary Tjon-Joe-Pin step in to assist Montika in making her dream a reality. The episode follows their efforts and the challenges they face in bringing this project to life.
“Rebuilding Black Wall Street” sheds light on important community initiatives and celebrates the resilience and determination of individuals like Montika Collins who are dedicated to positive change.
- 9/24/2023
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
The trailer for OWN’s forthcoming docuseries, “Rebuilding Black Wall Street,” featuring host Morris Chestnut has been revealed.
Premiering on Sept. 29, the series will follow Chestnut and build teams, led by designers Jon Pierre and Mary Tjon-Joe-Pin (Two Steps Home), as they take viewers through Greenwood’s rich history and the personal journeys of those featured – many of whom are the descendants of original Black Wall Street residents – over the course of six episodes. As new businesses and projects progress, viewers will experience the physical and emotional challenges that come with large-scale construction and celebrate the promise of Greenwood’s future.
On May 31, 1921, Tulsa’s Greenwood District, also referred to as Black Wall Street — a community where Black leaders and entrepreneurs and homeowners thrived, was destroyed by mobs in what has been called the single most horrific incident of racial terrorism since slavery. An estimated 300 people were killed, more than 1,200 homes destroyed,...
Premiering on Sept. 29, the series will follow Chestnut and build teams, led by designers Jon Pierre and Mary Tjon-Joe-Pin (Two Steps Home), as they take viewers through Greenwood’s rich history and the personal journeys of those featured – many of whom are the descendants of original Black Wall Street residents – over the course of six episodes. As new businesses and projects progress, viewers will experience the physical and emotional challenges that come with large-scale construction and celebrate the promise of Greenwood’s future.
On May 31, 1921, Tulsa’s Greenwood District, also referred to as Black Wall Street — a community where Black leaders and entrepreneurs and homeowners thrived, was destroyed by mobs in what has been called the single most horrific incident of racial terrorism since slavery. An estimated 300 people were killed, more than 1,200 homes destroyed,...
- 9/6/2023
- by BreAnna Bell
- Variety Film + TV
Chicago – The brothers from Haiti, by way of Chicago – Tirf Alexius and Remoh Romeo – are back with their latest production, “Bastard Son of a Thousand Fathers.” The U.S. premiere will be in Chicago this Friday, September 16th, 2016. This is the brother’s third feature, after “Critical Nexus” (2013) and the documentary “Lakay” (2014).
“Bastard Son of a Thousand Fathers” (Bsotf) is a smart crime drama – written and directed by Lanre Sarumi – pitting a host of characters within the web of a super narcotic, destined to be the hottest illegal drug on the streets. Who will benefit and who will be denied is the conflict in every good street drama, and Bsotf delivers the energy. The U.S. Premiere and Red Carpet Event will be at the Patio Theatre on the northwest side of Chicago (see details below), followed by screenings in Miami, Los Angeles and New York City.
Tirf Alexius and...
“Bastard Son of a Thousand Fathers” (Bsotf) is a smart crime drama – written and directed by Lanre Sarumi – pitting a host of characters within the web of a super narcotic, destined to be the hottest illegal drug on the streets. Who will benefit and who will be denied is the conflict in every good street drama, and Bsotf delivers the energy. The U.S. Premiere and Red Carpet Event will be at the Patio Theatre on the northwest side of Chicago (see details below), followed by screenings in Miami, Los Angeles and New York City.
Tirf Alexius and...
- 9/14/2016
- by adam@hollywoodchicago.com (Adam Fendelman)
- HollywoodChicago.com
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