Dorlene Pierre, the Executive Assistant at C&I Studios, tells the story of Nipsey Hussle – an American rapper and gang member turned entrepreneur and social activist. He dedicated his energy to the betterment of his community and, ultimately, paid for it with his life.
Joseph Plumadore tells the life of Steve Jobs – a man’s whose genius completely revolutionzed digital technologies, improving the way people communicate and leading to the creation of the most widely used technology in existence: the personal computer.
James Carras tells the story of Michelle Obama – an American lawyer who graduated to the highest role of public service upon her husband’s inauguration as the 44th President of the United States. Her tenure as First Lady is defined through the progressive work she led to uplift American veterans, further education and inspire young women to achieve the impossible.
Beth Bryant, the Vice President of Sales at C&I Studios, tells the life of Anne Frank – an inspiring young woman who retained her endearing outlook on the world despite living in persecution during the Nazi rule of Europe in World War 2.
Amy Miller, Producer at C&I Studios, shares the life of Susan B. Anthony – an American anti-slavery advocate who helped launch the women’s suffrage movement while fighting for equality on all fronts.
J. David Armstrong Jr., President Emeritus of Broward College, tells the story of Bayard Rustin – a pivotal figure in the American Civil Rights Movement and an outstanding proponent for the rights of the working class and unemployed African Americans. His legacy shows why History Matters.
Bobby Brainard DuBose is a Democratic politician who currently serves as a member of the Florida House of Representatives, representing the 94th District, which includes most of Fort Lauderdale in central Broward County, since 2014. It was only right that he would be the one to tell the story of Ralph David Abernathy, a close friend to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. During the civil rights movement, he too ran for the position of U.S. House of Representatives. Etched on his tombstone are the words “I tried.” Yes, he tried, he made a difference, and we carry forth the spirit of his efforts today.
On this episode of History Matters, we’re sharing the story of Arthur Ashe – an American professional tennis player who won three Grand Slam titles. He was the first black player selected to the United States Davis Cup team and the only black man ever to win the singles title at Wimbledon, the US Open, and the Australian Open.
On this episode of History Matters, Victoria Ranger shares the story of Angela Brown – an African American soprano singer who is particularly admired for her portrayal of Verdi heroines.
In this episode of History Matters, we follow along with our Black History Month theme with one of the greatest figures of the 20th century. Joey Wright, of Joey Wright Photography, gives us a little background on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was one heck of a man with courage like a lion and a heart of gold. He is revered for his nonviolent approach against segregation. He spearheaded a movement that shook the world and ended the Civil Rights Movement, ultimately bringing justice and equality to blacks in America.
History Matters is a series of shorts that briefly tell the stories of influential people in history.
We want to bring you stories about the people that changed our hearts, minds, and history books. This episode is about Booker T. Washington and is narrated by Laurie Menekou from Conceptual Communications.
Erica Diaz tells the story of Benjamin Banneker – a free African-American almanac author, surveyor, naturalist, and farmer who corresponded with Thomas Jefferson on the topics of slavery and racial equality.