Miss Betty Riley of Saint John was both a pioneer in being one of few female producers, not to mention Black and she produced the very first all black television program. Her television program, "Black Is," dealt with issues that the Black community faced and was aired every week in Montreal.
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I am glad you acknowledged my Aunt Betty she deserves to be recognized.. She was an amazing Aunt and loved her family. She is my Dad's sister Hilton Sonny Riley and a woman of God. She wanted racism to stop. She wanted to express how we saw the world. How the, world viewed us. She also wanted us all to forgive and wanted a world of respect and love.. She was an amazing studious woman. Producing Black is on Channel 33. I think she should be acknowledged even more. Loved my Aunt Betty. Love you lots