Counter Stories: From 'Black-ish' to 'Black Jesus'
In this episode, the Counter Story tellers critique three TV shows depicting African American culture - ABC's "Black-ish," Comedy Central's "Key & Peele," and "Black Jesus," on Adult Swim.
Does "Black-ish" go far enough in reflecting the straddling and code-switching African Americans have to do? Is it funny?
When is "Key & Peele" at its best? Does "Black Jesus" go over the line?
What's the responsibility of TV shows in portraying the lives of people of color?
Lots of questions and a few answers.
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