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Boss: The Black Experience in Business

Season 1 Episode 1 | 1hr 53m 53s

Editor’s note: This film was made in 2019. On June 30, 2020, Richelieu Dennis resigned as CEO of Essence magazine following allegations of a toxic work culture. On October 15, 2020, Robert Smith, the CEO of a private equity company, admitted to evading taxes for 15 years in a criminal investigation, eventually reaching a settlement with federal prosecutors.

Aired: 04/22/19 | Expires: 07/31/20
Extras
Learn about the untold story of African American entrepreneurship.
Learn about the untold story of African American entrepreneurship in the U.S.
A brief history of Madame CJ Walker's beauty empire.
Richelieu Dennis discusses the decision to acquire Essence and investing in Black women.
Get an inside look at how BOSS explores the history of African American business.
Cathy Hughes talks about her inspiration, struggles, and incredible success.
Merck & Co. CEO Ken Frazier talks history, community, and inspiration.
How the Tulsa Race Riots changed Black Wall Street's legacy forever.