By ROGER ROOD, InDepthNH.org

One New Hampshire activist thinks that the state could be a better place for Black Americans. Another leader points out some of the gains that have been accomplished as well as the year long celebrations and conversations that take place in New Hampshire.  In this podcast, Roger Wood interviews JerriAnne Boggis, executive director of the Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire. And Sean Johnson, a Black Lives Matter Seacoast leader. 

Roger Wood bio

Roger Wood is an award winning radio, podcast, newspaper and television journalist, with over 40 years of experience in the media.   Roger has spent his entire professional career in New Hampshire. Roger currently serves as associate publisher and podcast producer at InDepthNH.org.  In 2021, he was recognized by the New Hampshire Press Association for his work in news podcasts. He has produced news and special feature reports for InDepthNH, New Hampshire Public Radio, NPR, and other public and commercial radio stations.  He also produced spot news for CBS Radio. He has produced and narrated some 50 audiobooks and has written three novels.  Roger has also moderated political forums for Seacoast Area Chambers of Commerce in Senate, gubernatorial and congressional races. He has also facilitated public policy discussions locally and statewide.  Roger and his wife Elaine currently reside in Portsmouth.