The groundbreaking story of Sean and Tia Edwards, the first African-Americans to distill bourbon in Kentucky. Explore their journey as married entrepreneurs, their luxury bourbon brand Fresh, and how they’re redefining tradition with inclusive innovation in the iconic…
Discover the story of Brian C. Kincaid, Ohio’s first Black enologist, who broke barriers to pursue his passion for winemaking. Learn about his journey from Cleveland native to earning an enology degree at Kent State University and launching…
The inspiring journey of Adejoké Bakare, the Nigerian-born chef who made history as the UK’s first Black female Michelin-starred chef. Learn about her culinary evolution from pop-up to Michelin glory with Chishuru restaurant.
The inspiring journey of Sereena Quick, the first Black woman to own Chick-fil-A restaurants across three states: Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. From overcoming hardship in North Philly to achieving groundbreaking franchise ownership, Quick’s story embodies determination, resilience,…
The memorable moment at the 2022 Emmy Awards when Zendaya made history as the first Black woman to win Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series twice for her role in HBO’s Euphoria.
The historic tale of Mary Fields, the first Black woman mail carrier in the US, known as “Stagecoach Mary” and “Black Mary.” Follow her journey from emancipation to the Wild West as she braved treacherous terrain to deliver…
The remarkable story of Miriam Matthews, the first Black librarian hired by the Los Angeles Public Library (LAPL). Discover her advocacy for inclusion, intellectual freedom, and Black history preservation during her tenure.
The historic moment as David Hannah becomes the first Black mayor of Wrens, Georgia, following in his father’s footsteps of community service and leadership. Learn about Mayor Hannah’s vision for Wrens, including plans for community development, reducing crime…