History
This week's episode will explore the Black sitcom: Desmond's. A 6 series comedy, set in a Guyanese barbershop in Peckham.
We'll look at:
1)Why it started?
2) How important it was in challenging negative stereotypical portrayals of Black people at the time?
3) How important is the show for viewers today?
4) Some political commentary in the show.
5) The Cast: Where are they now?
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