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  • Paul B. Robeson

    Tribute to Paul B. Robeson

  • Talking about Paul Robeson, with James Earl Jones

    Nov. 17, 1977

    The star of stage and screen joins Studs to talk about his portrayal of Paul Robeson at The Studebaker Theater.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

  • Talking about Paul Robeson, with Dorothy Gilliam

    Feb. 11, 1977

    The American journalist joins Studs to discuss the life of singer, actor, social activist, and lawyer Paul Robeson, as chronicled in her biography, Paul Robeson, All-American.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

  • Paul Robeson

    Studs presents a tribute to singer, actor, athlete, author and civil rights crusader Paul B. Robeson

    Jan. 28, 1976

    Studs presents a tribute to singer, actor, athlete, author and civil rights crusader Paul B. Robeson. Studs talks about his personal memories, the social impact and music of Paul Robeson. Excerpts from 1925362-4-1 Mr Robeson' friends recall memories of him: Earl Dickerson one of the 1 st black aldermen of Chicago, J. Mayo "Ink" Williams football player, Studs Terkel, Claudia Cassidy(1925655-4-1), Eddie Balchowski, Veteran, painter, poet(1934701-3-1) Includes excerpts from 1925362-4-1 and music. Similar to 1925362-3-1, but not identical. 01/23/1976 date of death.

  • Martin Duberman discusses his book "Paul Robeson"

    Feb. 28, 1989

    Martin Duberman, historian and biographer, discusses his latest work which focuses on the singer, actor, and political activist Paul Robeson. Robeson was known for his performance in Showboat and Emperor Jones.

  • Paul Robeson

    Interview with Avery Brooks

    Feb. 7, 1991

    Discussing Paul Robeson with actor, teacher, and musician Avery Brooks.

  • Paul Robeson

    Gathering of friends discussing Paul Robeson

    May. 8, 1970

    Recorded live on Chicago's South Side. Robeson is ill at the time of recording. Speakers: Earl Dickerson, Etta Moten Barnett, Judge Sidney Jones, J. Mayo "Ink" Williams, Joan Brown (possibly Abena Joan Brown), Charles Hamilton, Margaret Burroughs, [John Gray's sister], [Stevens?]

  • Derrick Bell discusses his book "Confronting Authority"

    Dec. 2, 1994

    Civil rights activist, lawyer, and professor Derrick Bell discusses his latest work and protest against Harvard University due to their lack of diverse hiring in academics. Bell is known for his work on the concept of critical race theory and his relentless pursuit of fair treatment for his colleagues.

  • Abena Joan Brown discusses the ETA Creative Arts Foundation

    Feb. 14, 1989

    Abena Joan Brown, President of ETA Creative Arts Foundation, a Chicago-based African American cultural performing arts institution discusses some upcoming shows and past activities. Artists, Paul Robeson, Mahalia Jackson, Billie Holiday, Sam Cooke and poet Angela Jackson are discussed.

  • A conversation with Susan Robeson

    Jan. 11, 1981

    The American author, producer, and granddaughter of Paul Robeson joins Studs to discuss her book, The Whole World in His Hands: a Pictorial Biography of Paul Robeson.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

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