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    Historically Black

    Black Love Stories

    This episode spotlights stories of enduring love among African American couples.

    November 7, 2016

    Black Love Stories
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    This episode spotlights stories of enduring love among African American couples.

    We dive into the history of marriage among black Americans -- including the time when it was illegal for slaves to wed.

    We also explore why it matters that these stories are visible in pop culture.

    From The Washington Post: Why it matters if pop culture tells black love stories

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