Bob Marley Legacy - Season 1

First aired: 2/28/2020 9 episodes

Episodes

1. LEGACY: 75 Years A Legend

Aired: 2/28/2020

Today, episode four of Bob Marley's Legacy documentary series was released

2. Woman Rising

Aired: 3/6/2020

In honor of all women worldwide, hear from the women in Bob Marley’s life who shaped his worldview. Speaking with his granddaughters Donisha Predergast and Mystic Marley, this episode explores his legacy as a family man and how he uplifted the women around him. Hear how he inspires contemporary thinkers with his ideas on race, politics, art and how the attempt on his life sparked a movement against violence in Jamaica.

3. Righteousness

Aired: 3/13/2020

Delve into Bob Marley's spirituality through conversations with devout Rastafarians about how Marley brought the religion to the forefront in popular culture. In the third episode of "Bob Marley - LEGACY" visit the School of Vision camp and hear from Marley's family and prominent leaders about what it means to be a Rastafarian.

4. Rhythm of the Game

Aired: 3/20/2020

This multi-part episode explores the journey through Bob Marley’s cycle of life and his life-long relationship with football. From the vibrations that shaped his music, to the cultural history of the game, Marley’s influence continues to resonate in the arena, as the national women’s football team Reggae Girlz keep the spirit of the sport alive, thanks to the efforts of Cedella Marley. Learn how he earned the nickname Tuff Gong, and how his competitive streak shaped his life.

5. Punky Reggae Party

Aired: 3/27/2020

Bob Marley's Legacy documentary series continues with 'Punky Reggae Party,' an insightful look back at Bob's time in and impact on London and the rest of the United Kingdom. Dating back from the mid-'70s to this present day, 'Punky Reggae Party' explores how Bob's music and ethos captured the Zeitgeist, detailing his signing to Chris Blackwell's Island Records, and the welcomed arrival of his sound and the impact he had in the United Kingdom, especially the London-born children of the Windrush generation. Featuring interviews with music aficionado Don Letts, MP and former shadow home secretary, Diane Abbott, award-winning British cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason MBE, and Chris Blackwell as well as journalist and broadcaster, Chris Salewicz, British-Nigerian women's rights activist Seyi Akiwowo, the daughter of a Rasta, Hak Baker, Marika, and photographer Adrian Boot, this compelling new 22-minute short touches on a post-war, multi-cultural Britain, the rise of punk, and how Bob Marley, th

6. Ride Natty Ride

Aired: 4/3/2020

Along with music, the surf and skate culture of Jamaica is an integral part of the country’s vibrancy. Meet a special group of young talent that embody the spirit of Bob Marley, from surfer Shama Beckford to skateboarder Boo Johnson. See how the next generation of Jamaicans are building their own community and encouraging skaters and surfers to get involved.

7. Freedom Fighter

Aired: 4/10/2020

Episode seven of Bob Marley's Legacy documentary series continues with "Freedom Fighter," a powerful new short featuring insight and interviews from some of the world's most respected artists, writers, activists, and filmmakers, each offering their own take on Bob's music, his message, and his unique power at uniting and articulating the long and painful journey from oppression and the struggles his brothers and sisters have endured over the years. From slavery to the Civil Rights Movement to this present day, the episode also explores current social issues from the mass incarceration of African Americans in the United States and the power and importance of modern-day activism and movements such as Black Lives Matter and The People's Budget Movement. Narrated by Public Enemy's Chuck D, the episode features interviews with rappers 2 Chainz and LL Cool J, media mogul and filmmaker Yandy Smith, human rights activist Malcolm X, American Civil Rights activists Mary Hooks and Tamika Mallor

8. Rebel Music

Aired: 4/17/2020

Rebel Music presents a global conversation about the importance of Bob Marley’s work as an artist and the power of the medium. Featuring never-before-heard Bob Marley interviews along with Marley family members grandson Skip and children Damien, Ziggy, Julian, Cedella and Stephen, this episode explores what Bob Marley fought for, who he influenced and why. Also offering insights are modern-day creativity with musicians such as influential Jamaican singer, member of the I-Three’s and activist Judy Mowatt, iconic scholar and activist Dr. Cornel West, music greats Bobby Sessions, Beanie Man, Mereba, Johan Lenox, Bujo Banton, Cee-Lo Green, Chuck D, Ne-Yo, Otis Williams, Hispana, Smokey Robinson, and more.

9. Dreams of Freedom

Aired: 4/24/2020

"Dreams Of Freedom" highlights Bob Marley's aspirations for Tuff Gong International to become the "Reggae Motown" and his spirit of self-reliance. The episode features the voice of Bob Marley, along with interviews with Marley's wife and the matriarch of the Marley Family, Rita Marley, Marley family members, children Cedella, Damien, Ziggy, Julian and Damian, granddaughter, Donisha Prendergast, along with Marcia Griffiths and Judy Mowatt of the I-Threes, and more.