(BPRW) Emmy-winning journalist launches Juneteenth series.
L.A. Times Columnist/ABC News Contributor speaks w/ Big Sean, Ledisi, more.
(Black PR Wire) “The LZ Granderson Show” Debuts Today – LOS ANGELES — Award-winning journalist LZ Granderson launches his new podcast with a focus on Black creatives and Juneteenth. “The LZ Granderson Show,” kicks off with a four-part look into how some of his favorite artists are approaching their work during these uneasy tines. New episodes of “The LZ Granderson Show” out Thursdays.
The debut episode drops June 19, alongside Granderson’s Juneteenth essay for The Los Angeles Times. In both the essay and four-part series, Granderson and guests also share a few thoughts on “The Pop Out: Ken & Friends,” in recognition of the one-year anniversary of the iconic show at The Forum.
The Juneteenth lineup
June 19 Ledisi: Grammy-winning vocalist, and actress
June 26 Ben Watkins: creator/show runner “Cross”
July 3 Big Sean, multi-platinum rapper and philanthropist
July 11 Roy Wood Jr. comedian, co-host of CNN’s “Have I Got News for You”
Together, the quartet share what it means to create with purpose—and authenticity—in a world that still challenges Black expression. After the four-part Juneteenth special, the podcast will continue to explore the intersection of of sports, culture, and politics.
Prior to ABC News and The Los Angeles Times, Granderson was a contributor for CNN and spent 17 years at ESPN in a variety of roles, including morning drive radio host in Los Angeles and co-host of “SportsNation.” Granderson also produced and hosted the acclaimed, “Life Out Loud with LZ Granderson” for ABC Audio. Spotify named ‘Life’ among its best new podcasts and both NABJ and GLAAD recognized his work.
“The LZ Granderson Show” is available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts. Granderson’s Juneteenth essay for The L.A. Times is available now.
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