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Best Of: Michelle Phillips discusses her legacy in music, acting and NFTs
Posted on · Her career spans from the 1960s with The Mamas & The Papas to her 1974 Golden Globe nomination for her performance in the film "Dillinger" and beyond.
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Dr. Melanye Price takes the helm as guest host of ‘I SEE U’
Posted on · The director of The Ruth J. Simmons Center for Race and Justice takes inspiration from music, education, and her own neighborhood to look into ways we define our communities and ourselves.
I SEE U
I SEE U, Episode 19: Women of The Revolution
Posted on · Award-winning singer/songwriters, Wendy and Lisa, share candid insight into their contributions to music during their tenure with Prince and The Revolution
I SEE U
I SEE U, Episode 18: To Be Young, Gifted and Gay
Posted on · AMORPHOUS is ready to shape the world of hip-hop and pop culture into his own image, but will audiences take notice?
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Diversity in Film Behind The Scenes
Posted on · Three experts look into the challenges people of color and LGBTQ+ communities face to get into Hollywood and how they can impact what we see in entertainment.
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I SEE U, Episode 17: Prison Sells and Comedy Shows
Posted on · Comedian Ali Siddiq brings therapeutic laughter to I SEE U as he prepares for a Comedy Central special being shot in Houston this week
I SEE U
I SEE U, Episode 16: Four The Love of Rocky
Posted on · Film composer, Vince DiCola and Grammy-winner, Frankie Sullivan of Survivor, shed light on why the fourth Rocky film installment still resonates some 35 years later.
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Happy 185th Birthday, Houston!
Posted on · A Houston historian celebrates the city’s 185th birthday with fun facts about its founding, landmarks and local lore. And we bring you updates on rescue efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Ida, plus rental assistance and eviction relief.
I SEE U
I SEE U, Episode 14: Digital Dance School Playgrounds
Posted on · A Houston-area high school teacher is connecting with his students in unique ways, but are they "disconnecting" real relationships in the process?
I SEE U
I SEE U, Episode 12: Band of (Rhythm and Blues) Brothers
Posted on · Legendary producers, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, take us on a musical journey of their past, present and hit-making future
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Michelle Phillips On Her Legacy In Music, Acting, And NFTs
Posted on · Her career spans from the 1960s with The Mamas & The Papas, to her Golden Globe nominated performance in the film Dillinger, and on the long-running, primetime soap, Knots Landing.
I SEE U
I SEE U, Episode 10: Black A I = Artificial Inclusion
Posted on · Amazon AI ethicist leads efforts to ramp up technology access and innovation in her native Jackson, Mississippi
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Latinos Still Fight The Same Barriers For Authentic Representation
Posted on · Stereotypes of Latinos created a century ago still paint how entertainment media depicts Latinos today. While smaller publishing houses are avenues for Latino creatives, major film and book publishers still hold up walls.
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Houston Arts Return With New Leadership, After Being Hit Hard By The Pandemic
Posted on · We meet three of Houston’s newest arts leaders and discuss their visions post-pandemic – including the future of live performance, equity and community impact.
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I SEE U, Episode 8: Ebony and Ivory in Systemic Harmony
Posted on · 80's synth-pop duo, THE SYSTEM, talks candidly about their collaborative successes despite differences in their skin color