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America’s most influential black rabbi, Capers C. Funnye, Jr., is spiritual leader of Beth Shalom B’nai Zaken Ethiopian Hebrew Congregation, Chicago. He also serves as chief rabbi of the International Israelite Board of Rabbis.

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Student Employees at the Commons

Student Employees at the Commons

Student employees at The Commons served their fellow peers "Soul" cuisine, an expression thought to have originated in the mid 1960's when some used the word "soul" to describe African Americans. 

Student Employees at the Commons

Student Employees at the Commons

Student employees at The Commons served their fellow peers "Soul" cuisine, an expression thought to have originated in the mid 1960's when some used the word "soul" to describe African Americans.  

Origins of Soul Food

Origins of Soul Food

The origins of soul food date back to before slavery, incorporating influence from African, Native American, and European cuisine.  

Origins of Soul Food

Origins of Soul Food

The origins of soul food date back to before slavery, incorporating influence from African, Native American, and European cuisine.

Origins of Soul Food

Origins of Soul Food

The origins of soul food date back to before slavery, incorporating influence from African, Native American, and European cuisine.  

Soul Food Influences

Soul Food Influences

The origins of soul food date back to before slavery, incorporating influence from African, Native American and European cuisine.

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Josh talks to acclaimed 89.1 WEMU host, Michael Jewett, about when a passion becomes a career,  what jazz has meant for the world and what it could mean for its future.