Soul of a Nation

- Season 1

(2021)

In this moment of racial reckoning in the present-day U.S., links between the past and present have never been more striking.

Marsai Martin guest hosts, highlighting the next generation of Black Americans and their unique ability to trailblaze, innovate and live on the cutting edge -- no matter what they have to overcome.

The diversity among the Black and faithful has never been so striking. ABC News explores the role of faith in the Black community as it embraces different religions and a wave of secular influence.

2020 was the year humor became the best antidote to pain and loneliness. What is comedy's role within the Black community?

Sports have played a historic role in America's current racial reckoning. Black athletes are provoking a seismic shift in this current moment.

Exploring the hope and resilience of the Black community throughout history, as well as the ability to turn pain into promise, prosperity and power.