

Air Date
July 9, 2023
Episodes
5 episodes
See It Loud: The History of Black Television
Season 1
Episodes

1. Sitcom-ish
A look back at the history of Black Sitcoms; these legendary comedies have shaped childhoods and inspired the futures of viewers across generations.

2. Drama Deconstructed
Black performers and creators are responsible for some of the most innovative work in the history of dramatic television. By pushing the genre's boundaries, these shows have transformed our conversations, thinking and culture as a whole.

3. Keeping It Real
An exploration of how reality, talk and competition series became showcases for authentic Black voices, talent and culture.

4. Laughing Out Loud
Standup and sketch comedy have always been at the center of the Black television experience. Through laughter, these programs offered audiences an escape from harsh realities and altered the comedic landscape in the process.

5. Galaxies Beyond
Black representation in genres like superheroes, science fiction, and horror continues to evolve as pioneering voices have emerged and asserted themselves into a future of limitless imagination.