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In Our Image

In Our Image

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Our mission is to amplify the voices of Black women by creating a space to analyze and celebrate media that centers Black women’s stories. Through intergenerational and cross-cultural discussions rooted in Black feminism, we explore the themes, representation, and cultural impact of shows and movies. Our goal is to foster meaningful conversations about Black womanhood in the media while highlighting the diverse experiences and perspectives that shape our understanding of these narratives.

Abigail Mestrich 2024 Art Social Sciences
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  • Girlfriends S1 E1 "Toe Sucking": Black Feminism in a Sitcom World

    Girlfriends S1 E1 "Toe Sucking": Black Feminism in a Sitcom World
    Dec 15 2024

    Our first episode of In Our Image takes a deep dive into the first episode of Girlfriends, a groundbreaking sitcom that revolutionized how Black women’s lives, relationships, and aspirations were portrayed on television. The panel—comprising Black women from different generations and countries—unpacks the themes introduced in this debut episode, connecting them to the broader ideals of Black feminism. By examining the complex dynamics of friendship, career struggles, and personal ambitions, the panel brings fresh insights into how the show reflected and shaped Black women’s experiences in the early 2000s and beyond.

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    Disclaimer: We do not own Girlfriends. All rights of audio from Girlfriends goes to Mara Brock Akil and The CW.

    The intro and end music belong to AI Music Lab.
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    1 hr and 11 mins
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