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Editor’s note: This film was made in 2019. On June 30, 2020, Richelieu Dennis, one of many interviewees in Boss, resigned as CEO of Essence magazine following allegations of a toxic work culture. The magazine’s publisher also announced an independent investigation of harassment, discrimination, retaliation and other behaviors that may have impacted Essence magazine employees.

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BOSS: The Black Experience in Business
Profile: Madame CJ Walker
A brief history of Madame CJ Walker's beauty empire.
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BOSS: The Black Experience in Business
Trailer | BOSS: The Black Experience in Business
Learn about the untold story of African American entrepreneurship.
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BOSS: The Black Experience in Business
Preview | BOSS: The Black Experience in Business
Learn about the untold story of African American entrepreneurship in the U.S.
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BOSS: The Black Experience in Business
Boss: The Black Experience in Business
Learn about the untold story of African American entrepreneurship.
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BOSS: The Black Experience in Business
Profile: Sundial Brands CEO Richelieu Dennis
Richelieu Dennis discusses the decision to acquire Essence and investing in Black women.
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BOSS: The Black Experience in Business
Inside Look
Get an inside look at how BOSS explores the history of African American business.
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BOSS: The Black Experience in Business
Profile: Cathy Hughes
Cathy Hughes talks about her inspiration, struggles, and incredible success.
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BOSS: The Black Experience in Business
Profile: Merck & Co. CEO Ken Frazier
Merck & Co. CEO Ken Frazier talks history, community, and inspiration.
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BOSS: The Black Experience in Business
Greenwood and the Tulsa Race Riots
How the Tulsa Race Riots changed Black Wall Street's legacy forever.
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