Consider It Blacklit

Consider It Blacklit

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Consider it Blacklit highlights films, television programs and stage plays featuring African Americans up front and behind the scenes. The show also highlights social issues, as it relates to these programs, and how they impact our communities. Show host Kim Singleton interviews directors, writers, producers, actors, content creators and overall film/television/stage enthusiasts.

11/28/2025

Highlight of OWN for the Holidays

This episode highlights three new movies on OWN that celebrate the holiday spirit. Fake Yourself a Merry Little Christmas Starring Kiki Layne and Etienne Maurice The Christmas Showdown Starring Amber Stevens West, Corbin Reid, and Loretta Devine Very Merry Mystery Starring Ashleigh Murray and Tristan Mack Wilds Thank you for listening and consider yourself Blacklit! Connect with Consider It Blacklit on Social Media: IG @Consider_It_Blacklit Threads @Consider_It_Blacklit Facebook @ConsiderItBlacklit Tik Tok @ss2kmedia

9 min
09/03/2025

A Conversation with Billy Mitchell, aka Mr. Apollo

Consider It Blacklit host Kim Singleton sits down with author and historian Billy Mitchell to discuss the decades he worked at the world famous Apollo Theater and the entertainment icons he met. Mr. Mitchell is the author of the book THEY CALL ME MR. APOLLO. Thank you for listening and consider yourself Blacklit! Connect with Consider It Blacklit on Social Media: IG @Consider_It_Blacklit Threads @Consider_It_Blacklit Facebook @ConsiderItBlacklit Tik Tok @ss2kmedia

46 min
08/14/2025

Highlight of the film Highest 2 Lowest

Host Kim Singleton spotlights the new Spike Lee film HIGHEST 2 LOWEST starring Denzel Washington. Streaming on Apple TV + starting Sept. 5, 2025. Thank you for listening and consider yourself Blacklit! Connect with Consider It Blacklit on Social Media: IG @Consider_It_Blacklit Threads @Consider_It_Blacklit Facebook @ConsiderItBlacklit Tik Tok @ss2kmedia

6 min
07/27/2025

A conversation with Jacquelin Harris of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

Host Kim Singleton sits down with Jacquelin Harris, dancer with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. She discusses dance and the BAAND Together Dance Festival at Lincoln Center. Performances are from July 29-August 2, 2025. Thank you for listening and consider yourself Blacklit! Connect with Consider It Blacklit on Social Media: IG @Consider_It_Blacklit Threads @Consider_It_Blacklit Facebook @ConsiderItBlacklit Tik Tok @ss2kmedia

12 min
06/27/2025

Highlight of the Disney+ Series IRONHEART

Ironheart centers around Ri Ri Williams, a young genius inventor, who strives to make an advanced version of the Ironman suit. To gain resources to make this suit she gets involved with some questionable characters, while simultaneously navigating some personal grief. The series was created by Chinaka Hodge and executive produced by Ryan Coogler. In this highlight, you will hear from both Chinaka and Ryan. @MarvelStudios @AAFCA @consideritblacklit @DisneyPlus #Ironheart Thank you for listening and consider yourself Blacklit! Connect with Consider It Blacklit on Social Media: IG @Consider_It_Blacklit Threads @Consider_It_Blacklit Facebook @ConsiderItBlacklit Tik Tok @ss2kmedia

7 min
05/05/2025

A discussion of the 1991 classic film BOYZ N THE HOOD

Host Kim Singleton discusses the 1991 classic film 'Boyz N The Hood' with entertainment/film executive Erika Conner. The movie centers around three boys growing up in South Central Los Angeles. The film stars Cuba Gooding, Jr., Morris Chestnut and Ice Cube. Thank you for listening and consider yourself Blacklit! Connect with Consider It Blacklit on Social Media: IG @Consider_It_Blacklit Threads @Consider_It_Blacklit Facebook @ConsiderItBlacklit Tik Tok @ss2kmedia

25 min
03/15/2025

A discussion of the classic film A RAISIN IN THE SUN

Host Kim Singleton discusses the 1961 classic film A Raisin in the Sun with author/filmmaker Bridgett M. Davis. This classic Lorraine Hansberry film tells the story of a Chicago family navigating their dreams and aspirations after receiving a life insurance payout of $10,000. The film stars Sidney Poitier, Claudia McNeil, Ruby Dee and Diana Sands. Thank you for listening and consider yourself Blacklit! Connect with Consider It Blacklit on Social Media: IG @Consider_It_Blacklit Threads @Consider_It_Blacklit Facebook @ConsiderItBlacklit Tik Tok @ss2kmedia

26 min
02/01/2025

A discussion with the cast of A WONDERFUL WORLD: The Louis Armstrong Musical

Consider It Blacklit host Kim Singleton talks with the cast of the hit Broadway musical, A WONDERFUL WORLD: The Louis Armstrong Musical. James Monroe Iglehart, Darlesia Cearcy, Kim Exum and Jennie Harney-Fleming discuss the play and the colorful life of Louis Armstrong. Thank you for listening and consider yourself Blacklit! Connect with Consider It Blacklit on Social Media: IG @Consider_It_Blacklit Threads @Consider_It_Blacklit Facebook @ConsiderItBlacklit Tik Tok @ss2kmedia

26 min

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Consider it Blacklit highlights films, television programs and stage plays featuring African Americans up front and behind the scenes. The show also highlights social issues, as it relates to these programs, and how they impact our communities. Show host Kim Singleton interviews directors, writers, producers, actors, content creators and overall film/television/stage enthusiasts.

Creator

Consider It Blacklit
Years Active

2021 - 2025
Episodes

59
Rating

Clean
Copyright

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