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Jon Batiste Ancestor Seen As "Property"

Dr. Gate reveals a document in which Jon Batiste's third great-grandfather, at age 3, is listed on a ledger as being someone’s "property."
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Henry Louis Gates, Jr. introduces musicians Flea and Lizzo to their inspiring ancestors, traveling across Europe, Australia and the American South.

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Director Spike Lee and actor Kristin Chenoweth trace their roots, meeting ancestors whose creativity built their families.

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Explore the family secrets of actor Danielle Deadwyler and musician Rhiannon Giddens.

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Rags to Riches - S12 E10

Mapping the roots of actress Kate Burton and media mogul Barry Diller.

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Donna Brazile, Ty Burrell, and Kara Walker learn how the legacy of slavery shaped their identities.

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In Search of Freedom - S3 E3

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Maya Rudolph, Shonda Rhimes, and Keenen Ivory Wayans learn how their ancestors struggled for freedom.

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