Ep 015 - Debbie Allen Enters the Building

Before we talk about the transition from Season 1 to Season 2 of “A Different World”, we must talk about the person responsible for it all -- Debbie Allen.  In this episode, Portia and LaRhonda will do a deep dive into her childhood in Texas, her dance training, her experience at Howard University, highlights from her award-winning career on Broadway, television, and film, and her transition into producing and directing right up until she joins the team at “A Different World”.  There’s a reason why “A Different World” is the most important sitcom ever.  Now let’s meet the woman primarily responsible for its status. Episodes Discussed: N/A Episode Resources: •   Listen: Strong Black Legends podcast - Debbie Allen episode •   Watch: Dance Dreams: Hot Chocolate Nutcracker (Netflix) •   Watch: Television Academy Awards Foundation: The Interviews - Debbie Allen •   Watch: Uncensored (TV One) - Debbie Allen Describes Her Impact on "A Different World" This season, we are highlighting and donating to a variety of HBCUs, which have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.  Now, more than ever, these institutions need our support.  This week, we are supporting the United Negro College Fund.  Go to www.uncf.org to donate. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and visit our website. Like this show? Please leave us a review here. And post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram & tag us so we can thank you personally! Original music produced by Deyquan Bowens.  For more info, visit www.deyquanbowens.com.