Radio Talk Show Host James T. Harris
McCain Supporter Wants to Clear the Air Last week, James T. Harris went from being an average guy to one of the most reviled men in Black America. At a Waukesha, Wisconsin, town hall rally with Senator John McCain and Governor Sarah Palin on Thursday, the African-American radio host from Milwaukee pleaded with McCain to step up his attacks against Barack Obama. “We have the good Reverend Wright. We have [the Reverend Michael L.] Pfleger,” Harris said to the cheers of thousands of White audience members. “I am begging you, sir. I am begging you. Take it to him.” In a show of true solidarity, Harris, 44, and the Republican nominee then hugged. (Essence.com)
Black Networks Plan Election-Night Coverage Despite their entertainment focus, the two African American cable networks plan “comprehensive” or “extensive” election night coverage, the two networks said on Friday, as Sen. Barack Obama seems poised to become the nation’s first African American president. (Richard Prince’s Journalisms)
Univision’s Friday Fuerza While the broadcast networks continue to struggle to attract prime-time audiences (particularly younger viewers) on Fridays this fall, Hispanic network Univision is consistently delivering strong adults 18-34 ratings, not only through the season’s first three weeks but the entire calendar year. (Mediaweek)
Essence Atkins And Letoya Luckett To Do Musical – ‘Preacher’s Kid’ While speaking to Essence Atkins on her role in ‘Love For Sale’, which comes out on DVD next on Oct. 21st, she mentioned that she’s set to a do an independent film for Warner Bros., a musical, called ‘Preacher’s Kid’. Also featured in the film are R&B singer Tank, Ella Joyce, Clifton Powell, and Gospel singer Kierra “Kiki” Sheard, and Letoya Luckett. The film will be written and directed by Stan Foster. (AolBV)
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