EPISODE #401
Blavity Daily Briefing
What the Culture's Talking About
September 22, 2026 • 8 minutes • Hosted by Victoria
Today's Briefing
Episode #401
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About This Episode
New HIV data reveals critical health gaps in our community. Plus, UT Austin moves to erase Black Studies. Tap in to protect our story.
Today's Highlights:
New HIV surveillance data exposes persistent healthcare disparities and access gaps in Black communities.
UT Austin eliminates African American studies majors following mounting pressure from the Trump administration.
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