Get an inside look at how BOSS explores the history of African American business. | Thirteen WNET New York

When he was just 15, tap dancer Savion Glover appeared alongside tap legend Gregory Hines on PBS in “Great Performances: Tap Dance in America with Gregory Hines” (1989). Hines and master tap dancers like Jimmy Slyde inspired Savion Glover to put his own distinguishing mark on tap dance. Glover went on to establish himself as one of the best tap dancers of all time, performing in and choreographing tap performances for films and stage, including Broadway hits, The Tap Dance Kid and Bring in 'Da N

In 1975, Rev. Jesse Jackson joined THIRTEEN's Black Journal to break down his philosophy of the “Three E’s”: be ethnic, be ethical, and be excellent. The civil rights leader passed away on February 17, 2026. | Thirteen WNET New York

Alice Childress, a groundbreaking Black playwright, reflects on her play "Wedding Band: A Love/Hate Story in Black and White," starring Broadway actress Ruby Dee. Both artists speak candidly about portraying “ordinary” Black lives with dignity and humanity — and fighting stereotypes by portraying Black characters' depth far beyond their relationship to white characters. This is a 1972 Archival clip from THIRTEEN's "Playhouse New York" For more programs celebrating Black history and culture, visi