On this edition of In Black America, producer/host John L. Hanson Jr. concludes a tribute to pioneering comedian, civil rights activist, social critic and writer Dick Gregory, who passed away August 19, 2017, at the age of 84.
John L. Hanson Jr. is a journalist and writer focused on local news and issues in the United States, specifically in Texas and Austin. He is a regular contributor to KUT Public Media and his work has also been featured on 88.9 KETR-FM. John's articles cover a range of topics including interviews with notable figures, discussions on social and cultural issues, and profiles of individuals making an impact in their communities.