Ep. 01 Hattie!

Ep. 01 Hattie!

A brief but spectacular introduction to the fabulous Hattie McDaniel. Verneice Turner reads the part of Hattie McDaniel. Producers: Amy & Nancy Harrington, Vikki Mee Editors: Amy & Nancy Harrington

Ep. 02 Hattie in Hollywood Pt. 1

Sharyll Burroughs' interview with writer and producer Valerie C. Woods explores black excellence, McDaniel’s historic Oscar win, the ongoing impact of racism in the movie industry, and more. Producers: Amy & Nancy Harrington, Vikki Mee Editors: Amy & Nancy. Harrington

Ep. 03 Hattie in Hollywood Pt. 2

Sharyll Burroughs' conversation with writer/producer Valerie C. Woods delves into McDaniel’s tense relationship with the NAACP, cultural representation, and issues of colorism and misogyny in Hollywood. Burroughs also contemplates the meaning of privilege. Verneice Turner reads the part of Hattie McDaniel. Producers: Amy & Nancy Harrington, Vikki Mee  Editors: Amy & Nancy Harrington

Ep. 04 Hattie and the Art of Conduction

Sharyll Burroughs interviews artist, educator, and independent curator Jaleesa Johnston whose work is influenced by Conduction, a methodology inspired by African American musician Butch Morris and writer Ta-Nehisi Coates. Conduction creates unconventional routes toward self-determination, transformation, and new futures. The discussion highlights the ways in which Conduction intersects with McDaniel’s life. Verneice Turner reads the part of Hattie McDaniel. Producers: Amy & Nancy Harrington, Vikki Mee Editors: Amy & Nancy Harrington