Steve Harvey, Cedric the Entertainer, D.L. Hughley, and the late Bernie Mac joined forces nearly 20 years ago to make comedy magic and launch their careers into the stratosphere.
EP2 Def Comedy JamOct 22, 2024
Russell Simmons and Stan Lathan fuse a hip-hop sensibility with cutting-edge comedy voices to create a groundbreaking franchise with enduring cultural impact.
EP3 70's SitcomsOct 29, 2024
A wave of hit sitcoms like "The Jeffersons" bring Black family life and humor into the homes of Americans everywhere, with an influence that continues today.
EP4 The Best ManNov 05, 2024
The quintessential Black romantic comedy brings together a talented cast, a genre ripe for fresh voices, and perfect chemistry to inspire a rom-com boom.
EP5 Richard PryorNov 19, 2024
Richard Pryor blazes a trail that includes transformational appearances, addiction and tragedy, and a mix of pain and joy.
EP6 Eddie Murphy in the 80sNov 26, 2024
Eddie Murphy's story features his instant emergence as a force on SNL, his raw and boundary-pushing standup, and his rise to A-list movie star status.
EP7 Our RootsNov 26, 2024
The origin story of Black comedy includes slave tradition, the chitlin circuit, racial stereotypes, Jim Crow segregation on the road, and breakout triumphs.
EP8 The Fresh PrinceDec 03, 2024
A fish-out-of-water sitcom proves to be the perfect vehicle for the talents, personality, and charisma of Will Smith, setting him on a course for superstardom.
This series explores its lore and legends, interacting with comic icons and cultural figures to understand how Black comedy has shaped America for over a century.