American Race (2017)
Charles Barkley hones in on topics such as police and race relations, Muslims in America, immigration issues and Hollywood stereotyping. The results are shockingly provocative and strikingly emotional, with Barkley finding his own preconceived notions being examined and challenged.
American Race: Season 1 - 4 Episode s
1x1 - Baltimore Rising
May 11, 2017
Barkley sets off on a heartfelt journey across America to discuss race, beginning in Baltimore, Md., a city central to the Black Lives Matter movement, where he embeds with the community and police in Baltimore.
1x2 - Muslim Is the New Black
May 11, 2017
With America still reeling from Trump's immigration ban and anti-Muslim sentiment, Barkley heads to Irving, Texas, a city in turmoil in the wake of a local ordinance banning "foreign laws" and armed protests against the local mosque.
1x3 - Entertainment Still So White
May 12, 2017
Barkley travels to Los Angeles, where he discusses racial stereotypes with consumers and industry professionals, including Korean-American rapper Dumbfoundead and artist-entrepreneur Ice Cube. Barkley also visits with improv legends The Upright Citizens Brigade.
1x4 - The Divided States of America
May 12, 2017
Barkley heads to Atlanta, where he meets undocumented residents and civic leaders who use social media to organize their opposition to immigration policies. He gets an audience with C.T. Vivian, a legend of the civil rights movement.
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