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EPISODE #215

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March 20, 2026 • 6 minutes • Hosted by Victoria

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Episode #215

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Celebrate HBCU history with Howard and PVAMU’s NCAA wins and unpack Jesse Jackson’s legacy. We’ve got the tea on Miss Tina’s gumbo and the latest moves from Keke Palmer and Marlon Wayans.

Today's Highlights:

Reverend Jesse Jackson builds a ten million dollar legacy through decades of civil rights leadership.
Blavity Daily Briefing tracks culture-shifting stories that drive progress within the global Black community.
Jackson’s financial success ignites critical community dialogue about the value of lifelong civil rights labor.
New sports milestones celebrate Black excellence while pushing the boundaries of representation in global athletics.
The Rainbow PUSH Coalition founder demonstrates how political activism creates paths for long-term community wealth.

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Topics:

Blavity Daily BriefingBlack culture newsJesse JacksonHBCU sportsHoward UniversityMorehouse CollegeTina KnowlesTyler PerryKeke PalmerKerry WashingtonBlack entertainment newsCivil rights movementDaily news podcastBlack community storiesMarlon Wayans

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