Future of Black Radio, a Black History Month

Sat Feb 28 2026 at 05:00 pm to 09:00 pm UTC-05:00

William V. Banks Broadcast Museum & Media Center | Detroit

WGPR Historical Society
Publisher/HostWGPR Historical Society
Future of Black Radio, a Black History Month
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Join us for an insightful discussion on the evolution of Black radio at the William V. Banks Broadcast Museum & Media Center.
About this Event

This February, in celebration of Black History Month, you’re invited to a powerful evening honoring the legacy, influence, and future of Black radio.

Join us Friday, February 28th, from 5 to 9 PM, at the WGPR Historical Society’s W. V. Banks Museum, for an engaging panel discussion exploring the significance of Black radio — its impact on culture, business, and progress in Detroit and across America.



This special event will feature five dynamic voices with deep roots in radio and storytelling:

Anthony Brogdon — historian, author, and podcast host.

Gerald McBride — WMXD-Mix 92 radio personality, film producer, and former WGPR-FM broadcaster.

Tony Rankin – WGPR-FM 107.5 Programmer and afternoon-drivetime on-air personality.

Frankie Darcell – former Detroit radio personality, actor, director, and nationally distributed radio personality.

Billy T. Thompson - current WMXD radio personality, former WGPR staff member, and board member of the WGPR-TV Historical Society.

Enjoy an evening filled with thought-provoking conversation, music, and light refreshments, all in one of Detroit’s most historic spaces, The WGPR-TV62, William V. Banks Broadcast Museum.

Celebrate our history, honor our voices, and connect with our community.

This is an event you do not want to miss!



Tickets on Eventbrite or Free-Will donation at the door!

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

William V. Banks Broadcast Museum & Media Center, 3146 East Jefferson Avenue, Detroit, United States

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