"Our World with Black Enterprise" on

DC50, Home of the CW

Beginning Sunday, September 28th at 9am


DC50, Home of the CW in association with Black Enterprise magazine will broadcast "Our World with Black Enterprise" a news and interview program that addresses international and domestic issues from the African-American perspective. Emmy award winning journalist, Ed Gordon, will host the half-hour weekly program. "Our World with Black Enterprise" premiering on DC50, Home of the CW Sunday, September 28th at 9am.

Hard hitting, inspiring, intelligent, honest, and direct. These are some of the words used to describe the style and approach of broadcaster Ed Gordon. Known for his stellar interaction with newsmakers from the worlds of politics, entertainment, and sports his name is synonymous with the "big interview." Gordon's knack for landing exclusives and his no-nonsense style make him one of television's most respected journalists. Now, as host of "Our World with Black Enterprise," Gordon gets to display all aspects of his interviewing expertise. The weekly 30-minute program is a mix of one-on-one headline interviews with today's top newsmakers and celebrities, an eclectic roundtable discussion and profiles of some of the world's most intriguing people. This latest assignment just adds to the list of impressive positions Gordon has held over the years, including contributing correspondent for the CBS newsmagazine 60 Minutes II and contributor for NBC's Today Show and Dateline. Mr. Gordon's diverse style makes him one of the most versatile people in broadcasting. He also hosted News and Notes with Ed Gordon which aired on National Public Radio.

Gordon distinguished himself during two stints at BET. He had many roles at the network including host of BET Tonight, anchor of BET News, and creator of his signature one-on-one series Conversation with Ed Gordon. Over the years, Gordon has covered many of the world's most defining events. From the freedom of South Africa's Nelson Mandela to the beating of Rodney King to upheaval in Haiti and Cuba he provided comprehensive coverage. Mr. Gordon also provided up-to-the-minute reports on many other domestic and international affairs, including the tragic September 11th attack on America.

Some of Mr. Gordon's other notable works that have garnered the admiration and respect of viewers and colleagues include:

  • The infamous O.J. Simpson interview
  • An exclusive interview with pop superstar Janet Jackson about her secret marriage and painful divorce
  • No holds barred, headline making interviews with controversial Senator Trent Lott and embattled singer R. Kelly


Gordon's impressive portfolio also includes conversations with newsmakers the likes of television mogul Oprah Winfrey, President Bill Clinton, Academy Award winners Jamie Foxx and Halle Berry, as well as Nation of Islam leader Minister Louis Farrakhan.

In addition to an Emmy, Gordon is the recipient of many other awards recognizing his talent and professionalism. His awards include the NAACP Image Award, as well as the prestigious Journalist of the Year Award from the National Association of Black Journalists. He has also been featured in many national newspapers and periodicals. The Los Angeles Times described Mr. Gordon and his interviewing style, as "forthright and commanding" Gordon is an alumnus of a special list PEOPLE magazine named him one of its 50 most beautiful people.

Gordon is also president of the Gordon Media Group, a multi-service production company. The Detroit-born Gordon earned his bachelor's degree in Communications and Political Science from Western Michigan University.

"We will now have a solid hour of news & information every Sunday morning with Our World with Black Enterprise at 9:00am followed by our locally- produced show Weekend News with Chris Core at 9:30 am," said Eric Meyrowitz, General Manager of DC50 " We are very excited to have both of these esteemed veteran journalists on DC50"

Be sure to tune in to "Our World with Black Enterprise" only on DC50, Home of the CW, Starting Sunday, September 28th at 9am.

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