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This is Play It Forward. Real people. Real stories. The struggle to Play It Forward Episode 412 with television host, author and social media influencer Shannon LaNier.
Executive produced by Angela Bassett and Courtney B. Vance, the four-part limited series uncovers the truth of a 1,000-year story of slavery around the world, as leading Black actors, celebrities and influencers -- such as Debbie Allen, Valerie Jarrett, Lorraine Toussaint, Soledad O’Brien, CCH Pounder, Senator Cory Booker, Marc Morial and Dulé Hill -- confront their personal connection to slavery and its legacy today. From Africa to the Caribbean, from New Orleans to Istanbul, this special series explores slavery’s lasting and personal impact on individuals and society to reframe history.

To discuss the series is veteran television host, social media influencer, author and One Thousand Years of Slavery – The Untold Story contributor, Shannon LaNier. Shannon’s book, Jefferson’s Children: The Story of One American Family, follows his journey to uncover the history behind his heritage as a 9th generation direct descendent of President Thomas Jefferson and Sally Hemings. Shannon also inspires audiences across the globe with speaking engagements about his presidential lineage, racial equality and his career in media. Shannon is currently on CW39’s Morning Show in Houston, TX, and hosts the critically acclaimed podcast, “Daddy Duty 365” which features celebrity dads revealing the good, the bad and the funny of fatherhood.