Reaching New Heights: Glenn Turman discusses his journey from Raisin in the Sun to Cooley High

Glenn Turman reflects on his early acting career, particularly his role in Raisin in the Sun and Cooley High. He shares how his involvement in Raisin in the Sun was unexpected, as he had no prior aspirations to be an actor. Turman highlights the significance of the character Preach in Cooley High, emphasizing the representation of a black nerd in media. Additionally, he discusses how the blaxploitation era and the transition to disco affected his career, leading to a break from acting. Turman also mentions his experience working with David Simon on The Wire and the impact of the show's specific and well-developed scripts.