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The Black West

The Black West

FromThe Plot Thickens


The Black West

FromThe Plot Thickens

ratings:
Length:
48 minutes
Released:
Oct 25, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Growing up in Colorado, young Pam Grier endures racism and trauma, but finds solace in horses and the beautiful countryside.  As a teen, she visits Los Angeles for the first time, and gets caught in the middle of the historic Watts Rebellion.  But after winning a beauty pageant, she meets a Hollywood agent who encourages her to give L.A. a second chance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Released:
Oct 25, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

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