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Billie Was a Black Woman
- By: Rebecca Carroll, Paramount Audio
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Mar 8 20212 mins
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Apr 7 202133 mins
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Interview: 'Billie Was a Black Woman' Complexifies the Legendary Jazz Artist Who Was Ahead of Her Time
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- Amazon Customer
- 04-18-21
This is something everyone needs in their life
Enlightening book. I knew I grew up loving Billie, but I didn't know what a force of nature she was. She was a martyr of her time and I'm honored to share her name...
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- Kendra
- 04-09-21
absolutely fabulous and enlightening!
this podcast had me riveted and hanging on the edge of my seat. I wanted to know more and more about the artist, The Legend, Lady Day! I cannot wait to see the United State versus Billie Holiday
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- Mamaw deuce
- 04-25-21
Billie Holiday
loved it great insight about Billie Holiday and the movie and the actors. it also help clarify the movie.
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- Michele floyd
- 10-05-21
amazing
I loved this. the only thing I didn't appreciate you assuming that if your white you just listened and didn't feel the pain of what strange fruit was saying. that's in it self a racist way of thinking. if your white you don't feel
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- LoveToShopONLINE
- 04-17-21
A must-listen!
This was a truly beautiful, affirming experience. It was exactly what I needed, right now. Surprisingly, found all the interviews relatable and insightful — though very different. The best interviews were by far the ones of Angela Davis and Laverne Cox. I came away with renewed appreciation for the richness of our experiences and a greater admiration of Billie Holiday. Go ahead; listen to the entire podcast series. You’ll be glad that you did!
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- bettyna jones
- 10-28-21
Too strong for white man’s history of lies.
The strongest of the strong. How much strength to have the baby of your rapist and still love the baby. Imagine that!
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- Trish
- 07-05-21
Excellent examination of the trauma and triumph of Lady Day and Black Women
Excellent dissertation and deconstruction of Billie Holiday’s life and legacy as well as the Black Women’s experience in America. This resonated with me because I carry the trauma of my pain as well as those of my traumatized ancestors.
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- Doug
- 04-13-21
eye opening
I liked this podcast and am looking forward to viewing the movie.
I was aware of Billie Holiday but this perspective on her life and career made me see her in a different way.
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- Aj7805
- 10-23-21
Powerful & Relatable
A powerful glimpse into the life of Billie Holiday. I already planned to watch The United States vs. Billie Holiday, and after listening to this podcast, I want to see it much sooner than originally planned. This is a beautiful overview of the strength of Billie Holiday and the role her experiences played in the music she shared with the world. A relatable examination of Billie's life as a Black Woman in the US, and an inspiration for us to continue in exerting the strength, determination, and defiance instilled long ago.
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- Diane Miller
- 05-04-21
Too Much
song about Jesus: hate buried Love, but Love arose again. hate tries, but always fails.
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