Send us a textThank you for tuning in!  On today's episode, we will be taking a look back at the rise of the black sitcom in the 80s and 90s.  This was an important period of time because for once, people of color could see themselves through the actors in various sitcoms such as Diff'rent Strokes, Gimmie a Break, 227, and Amen.  These are the shows we will look at today and part II will cover the Cosby Show, a Different World, the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, and Family Matters.  Please consider becoming a subscriber to the show!  Launching on March 1st, subscribers will get an exclusive episode each month, early access to shows, and more!  Learn more and sign up here:  https://www.buzzsprout.com/1114817/subscribeIn the show, I referenced a beautiful acapella version of some of the most well-known sitcoms led by black actors.  Here is the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AbOggOe57eI&list=WL&index=1Check out my website access to all episodes, blog, and merch and you can also leave reviews here, too!  Visit:   https://www.popcultureretrospective.com/Support the showVisit: https://www.popcultureretrospective.com/ for all things Pop Culture Retrospective! Listen to the show, along with several other retro-inspired podcasts, and music from the '80s and '90s on the Q106.5 app (or website)! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popcultureretrospective/ Follow me on Twitter!: https://twitter.com/PopCultureRetroReview the show! https://www.popcultureretrospective.com/reviews/new/Pop Culture Retrospective Merch!: https://pop-culture-retrospective-pod.myspreadshop.com/allEmail me anytime: amy@popcultureretrospective.com