How It Feels To Be Free
Why Cicely Tyson was selective about her acting roles
Cicely Tyson's support for civil rights came through her portrayals of Black womanhood in her film roles. As a result, she was selective in the kind of work she took on and describes here how roles that appealed to her didn't come very often.
Episode Clips
Alicia Keys doesn’t mind being compared to Lena Horne
The musician talks about why she admires Horne so much.
Diahann Carroll talks race and makeup while filming "Julia"
Carroll tells the story of an early makeup session for the TV show “Julia.”
The role of women entertainers in the civil rights movement
Historian Ruth Feldstein on the role of women entertainers in the civil rights movement.
Lena Waithe on why Cicely Tyson's hair was revolutionary
Waithe describes how Tyson's natural hair was an inspiration to many others.
Halle Berry on how seeing Diahann Caroll on TV changed her
Having a role model on TV who looked like her made a big difference for Halle Berry.
Lena Waithe on mixed feelings towards Blaxploitation
Producer, actor and writer Lena Waithe on the mixed feelings Blaxploitation evokes.
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