I SEE U with Eddie Robinson

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On this week’s episode of I SEE U, we delve into the rich history of Houston's blues scene with filmmaker Drew Barnett-H...
05/30/2024

On this week’s episode of I SEE U, we delve into the rich history of Houston's blues scene with filmmaker Drew Barnett-Hamilton. Her documentary, "When Houston Had The Blues," celebrates the city's pivotal role in shaping the genre and aims to put Houston on the map as a major music city. The film explores the Bayou City’s influential role in defining the blues genre, featuring legendary artists such as Sam "Lightnin" Hopkins, Bobby "Blue" Bland, Grady Gaines, and 'Big Mama' Thornton.

Listen this Saturday for our encore presentation of this conversation with Drew Barnett-Hamilton at iseeushow.org in honor of Black Music Month.

In light of the recent storm, we hope everyone is safe and well. As of now, iFest USA is still scheduled to proceed as p...
05/17/2024

In light of the recent storm, we hope everyone is safe and well. As of now, iFest USA is still scheduled to proceed as planned. Join the I SEE U team at Discovery Green this Saturday, May 18, 2024, from 3:30 PM to 9:00 PM CDT. Admission is free!

05/16/2024

This week, Eddie Robinson sits down and (dances) with ballet legend Lauren Anderson. Anderson was with the Houston Ballet from 1983 to 2006, in a remarkable career that saw her become the first Black principal dancer of the Houston Ballet. She was also one of the first Black ballerinas to head a major ballet company anywhere in the world—a fact that is still rare to this day.

Don't miss our captivating conversation with the esteemed former Houston Ballerina, Lauren Anderson, this Saturday at 1 p.m. on NEW 88.7 or iseeushow.org.

05/15/2024

Luis Guzmán shares one of his favorite moments as an actor—talking about his role in the 1993 crime thriller Carlito's Way. He still remembers his opening line and describes a gripping scene with actors Al Pacino and Viggo Mortenson that was so good that he almost missed his cue.

Listen to our full conversation with Luis Guzmán now at iseeushow.org

This week, Luis Guzmán joins I SEE U. He is a talented actor whose love for family and community is evident in all his e...
05/11/2024

This week, Luis Guzmán joins I SEE U. He is a talented actor whose love for family and community is evident in all his endeavors. Guzmán, who was born in Puerto Rico but grew up in New York City, started his career as a social worker and youth advocate. He has been a vocal supporter of various social issues, including the United Farm Workers Grape Boycott, homelessness, and housing. His acting career began as a means to support his community work and has since led to over 170 credits to his name.

Catch our conversation with Luis Guzman tomorrow on NEWS 88.7 at 1 p.m. or iseeushow.org.

05/09/2024

Bern Nadette Stanis, known for her role as Thelma in the '70s sitcom "Good Times," discusses how important it was to portray a relatable character as the first Black female teenager on television.

Her co-star, the late Esther Rolle, encouraged her to speak up to tell the producers what her character needed.

You can listen to our full conversation with Bern Nadette Stanis at iseeushow.org

Variety TV critic Aramide Tinubu shares her perspective on Hollywood's persistent use of outdated and harmful depictions...
05/08/2024

Variety TV critic Aramide Tinubu shares her perspective on Hollywood's persistent use of outdated and harmful depictions of Black American life. She highlights the recent animated “Good Times” reboot on Netflix as being out of touch with our present-day audience by utilizing negative stereotypes. Tinubu argues that it's time for Hollywood to let go of these tired tropes and create content that resonates with where we are now as a society.

Listen now to our full conversation with Variety TV critic Aramide Tinubu on iseeushow.org

05/06/2024

Eddie Robinson spoke with Bern Nadette Stanis, known for playing Thelma Evans on the classic TV show "Good Times," which was groundbreaking in its portrayal of a working-class Black family, never seen on network television. They discussed her thoughts on what it was like to be the first Black female teenager to have a regular role in a sitcom and the generally positive imagery of the show. Stanis also shares her thoughts about the animated reboot of “Good Times” and revealed that she felt misled by the producers after agreeing to voice for a small role in the new Netflix series.

You can find the full conversation with Bern Nadette Stanis at iseeushow.org

"Good Times" was a groundbreaking TV sitcom in 1974, featuring the first full Black family on screen. The show elevated ...
05/03/2024

"Good Times" was a groundbreaking TV sitcom in 1974, featuring the first full Black family on screen. The show elevated stories of struggle and was one of the top ten-rated shows with Black casts at the time. 50 years later, a new animated reboot of "Good Times" on Netflix has sparked criticism for promoting harmful depictions of Black life.

Join I SEE U host Eddie Robinson as he chats with Bern Nadette Stanis, the actor who portrayed Thelma in the original show, and Variety TV critic Aramide Tinubu for their thoughts on the topic.

05/02/2024

In a thought-provoking discussion, legal scholar Mehrsa Baradaran challenges the notion that free markets inherently lead to financial freedom for all. Drawing from her latest book, “The Quiet Coup: Neoliberalism and The Looting of America,” Baradaran exposes how complex laws and regulations have favored the wealthy, leaving many Americans marginalized. Listen now to our full conversation with Mehrsa Baradaran at iseeushow.org

The American Dream is quickly becoming unattainable for most working people, especially for Black, Native, and Latino fa...
05/01/2024

The American Dream is quickly becoming unattainable for most working people, especially for Black, Native, and Latino families. Today, the wealth gap between white and Black Americans is almost as large as it was in the 1950s. This week, legal scholar and author Mehrsa Baradaran joins I SEE U to discuss the policies contributing to this widening racial wealth gap, and how all Americans end up losing out.

You don’t want to miss this eye-opening conversation with Legal scholar and author Mehrsa Baradaran. Listen now at iseeushow.org

Renowned journalist and author Marie Arana's latest book, LatinoLand, is based on extensive research and hundreds of int...
04/24/2024

Renowned journalist and author Marie Arana's latest book, LatinoLand, is based on extensive research and hundreds of interviews, providing insights into the diverse background of the fastest-growing minority in this country. Despite having been a part of the United States since its founding, Latinos are often considered to be “not American enough.” Marie shares her own experience of trying to get the stories of Latinos into the mainstream.

You can find the full conversation with Marie Arana now at iseeushow.

Marie Arana joins us this week to discuss her latest book, Latinoland. As the first Literary Director of the Library of ...
04/18/2024

Marie Arana joins us this week to discuss her latest book, Latinoland. As the first Literary Director of the Library of Congress and an award-winning author of American Chica and Bolivar, Arana provides a captivating portrait of America's largest and most misunderstood minority in her latest work.

You can listen to our conversation with author Marie Arana this Saturday at 1 pm on NEWS 88.7 or iseeushow.org.

04/15/2024

Multidisciplinary artist Samora Pinderhughes visits I SEE U to shed light on a transformative healing project that reimagines a future built on empathy and compassion.

"The Healing Project" is an initiative that revolves around the stories of community members whose lives have been affected by senseless violence, incarceration, detention, and extreme policing. The project has grown since its inception and has now evolved into an arts organization based in New York City. It has been featured in short films, museum exhibitions, and live concerts, showcasing the power of empathy and art in creating social change.

Listen to our conversation with acclaimed artist Samora Pinderhughes tomorrow on NEWS 88.7 at 1 pm or iseeushow.org

Credit: The Houston production of The Healing Project is co-presented by the Mitchell Center, Project Row Houses, and the Hobby School of Public Affairs at the University of Houston. Pinderhughes is a Cynthia Woods Mitchell Center for the Arts visiting artist

Join us this Saturday for a conversation with Samora Pinderhughes, a multi-disciplinary artist who infuses consciousness...
04/11/2024

Join us this Saturday for a conversation with Samora Pinderhughes, a multi-disciplinary artist who infuses consciousness and empathy in his work. His latest project, the 'Healing Project,' incorporates recordings of community members who have been incarcerated or experienced structural violence.

This Saturday at 1 pm on NEWS 88.7 or iseeushow.org

Veteran Hollywood actor Keith David shares his family stories, his first movie role, and how his love of ministry influe...
04/10/2024

Veteran Hollywood actor Keith David shares his family stories, his first movie role, and how his love of ministry influenced his role as a bishop in the hit series Greenleaf.

Listen to the full conversation now with veteran actor Keith David at iseeushow.org

This week on I SEE U, an exciting conversation with legendary Emmy Award-winning actor Keith David. David's career began...
04/04/2024

This week on I SEE U, an exciting conversation with legendary Emmy Award-winning actor Keith David. David's career began in the late 1970s and early 1980s when a renaissance of Black male actors went mainstream in America. The acting icon reveals his secrets to success as a veteran in the entertainment industry.

You don't want to miss our conversation with actor Keith David at iseeushow.org

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