NBC News Presents: Black History Month

Season 1

To celebrate Black History Month, NBC News has compiled this thought-provoking series of programs honoring the contributions of prominent African American leaders and looking at contemporary issues. Relive the inspirational messages of Civil Rights leaders through rare archival footage including one of the first in-depth televised interviews with Martin Luther King Jr. Reflect on the current state of race relations in the United States through a compelling town hall discussion in "Obama's America: 2010 and Beyond" featuring MSNBC's Chris Matthews and radio host Tom Joyner. Witness the emotional journey of three young teens coming to terms with their absentee fathers in "A Father's Promise," moderated by NBC's Al Roker and Tiki Barber. And laugh along with comedian Chris Rock and actress Nia Long in a lively conversation about the cultural significance of hair.

Where to Watch NBC News Presents: Black History Month • Season 1

6 Episodes

  • Martin Luther King Jr.: Look Here
    E1
    Martin Luther King Jr.: Look HereOne of the first in-depth televised interviews Martin Luther King Jr. ever gave, first broadcast on October 27, 1957.
  • About Our Children
    E2
    About Our ChildrenComedian Bill Cosby takes part in a town hall discussion on what needs to be done to help children of all backgrounds in this informative and entertaining program.
  • Obama's America: 2010 and Beyond
    E3
    Obama's America: 2010 and BeyondHardball's Chris Matthews and radio host Tom Joyner look at pressing and provocative issues connected to race relations in the U.S. in this town hall event.
  • Malcolm X: In His Own Words
    E4
    Malcolm X: In His Own WordsFrom the NBC News Archives comes the story of Malcolm X in his own words through rare interviews and speeches.
  • Chris Rock Talks Hair
    E5
    Chris Rock Talks HairNBC's Brian Williams sits down with comedian Chris Rock and actress Nia Long to discuss the price and pain some are willing to endure for their hair.
  • A Father's Promise
    E6
    A Father's PromiseNBC News cameras track the lives of three children from birth until age 12 to look at how they deal with their absentee fathers in this emotional and thought-provoking documentary.

 

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