Black Sitcoms of the 1970s | Black Comedy In America | E03

A wave of hit sitcoms like The Jeffersons bring Black family life and humor into the homes of Americans everywhere, with an influence that continues today.

In this episode of Black Comedy In America, we dive into the revolutionary 1970s sitcoms that changed television forever. From the "unapologetic" success of George Jefferson to the behind-the-scenes tension of Good Times, explore how these shows broke the "white gaze" and redefined the Black family on screen.

Featuring: Norman Lear, Sherman Hemsley, John Amos, Jimmie Walker, Anthony Anderson, JB Smoove

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Chapters
00:00 Black Comedy In America
04:12 The Impact of Good Times
11:05 The Jeffersons Legacy
19:01 The Legend Marla Gibbs
26:46 The Fathers of Black Sitcoms
32:01 The Importance of the Theme Song
37:24 Blackish Message
43:34 Final words

Black Sitcoms of the 1970s | Black Comedy In America | E03
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