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Childhood Memories of *Soul Train*
- Erica Blount Denois and Sam Sanders share childhood memories of watching Soul Train every Saturday.
- They recall dressing up and enjoying the show as a weekly party.
*Soul Train*'s Black Authenticity
- Soul Train was unique for being made by Black people, showcasing Black culture authentically.
- Unlike other shows with occasional Black performers, Soul Train centered Black dancers, music, and performers.
Blackness in *Soul Train* Commercials
- Bowlegged Lou, a frequent Soul Train performer, recalls the show's distinct Blackness, even in commercials.
- He highlights Afro Sheen commercials featuring afros and Black power imagery, emphasizing the show's unapologetic Blackness.