Name: Episode 2: Eddie-AFRO! by The Rise of Charm City
Duration: 28 min 58 s
Description: Baltimore: The Rise of Charm City takes you to the offices of the legendary Afro-American Newspapers at 2519 N. Charles Street. We talk to current and former employees of the paper and explore nearly 125 years of black press history.

Baltimore: The Rise of Charm City takes you to the offices of the legendary Afro-American Newspapers at 2519 N. Charles Street. We talk to current and former employees of the paper and explore nearly 125 years of black press history.

Episode 2: Eddie-AFRO!

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"It feels really good to work for The AFRO, and be part of the legacy"

The Rise of Charm City's new, bonus episode, "Dressed and Highly Favored," provides listeners with a brief window into Black Baltimore's history of fashion merchandising and design. You'll hear from local designers Jody Davis and Carlous Palmer, as well about Pauline Brooks, one of the first Black women in the nation to open a dress shop in a major shopping mall. Produced with thanks to our generous listenership who contributed to our Summer 2016 Indiegogo fundraiser.

Bonus Episode: Dressed and Highly Favored

A radio show and podcast telling intergenerational stories of place and memory in Baltimore City. Produced in partnership with WEAA 88.9 and AIR's Localore: Finding America project. 

Episode 2: Eddie-AFRO!

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