Black NewsBeat

​Black NewsBeat: Where Culture, Community & Conversation CollideIn February 2021, Dr. Kimeka G. Campbell launched Black NewsBeat—a live, multimedia talk show produced in collaboration with Open Stage in Downtown Harrisburg. Born out of a need to amplify the vibrant, complex, and creative realities of Black and Brown life in Central PA, #HBGBNB quickly became a cultural pulse point for the region.Each show dives deep into the civic, creative, and cultural narratives that shape the Greater Harrisburg community—featuring a dynamic mix of:

 

🎤 Local poets, musicians, and storytellers

🗣️ Community organizers, educators, and advocates

🎬 Pop culture segments like “Movies & Melanin”

🧹 Grassroots spotlights like “Sweeping the Streets”

 

From spotlighting hidden gems to unpacking social justice issues, Black NewsBeat is where Harrisburg’s culture gets centered, celebrated, and challenged—on its own terms.​Watch the ShowCatch #HBGBNB live twice a month at Open Stage!Tickets are Pay-What-You-Can at openstagehbg.com. Watch past episodes on Facebook and YouTube. This isn’t just a show—it’s a movement space.Real talk. Real stories. Real Harrisburg.