Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History directors and co-executive producers Phil Bertelsen and Sara Wolitzky discuss the making of the powerful four-part PBS docuseries that examines the shared struggles, alliances, and tensions between Black Americans and Jewish Americans.
In this interview, Bertelsen and Wolitzky break down how the series traces this uniquely American relationship from the early 20th century through the civil rights era and into the present day — highlighting moments of solidarity, painful divisions, and the enduring importance of coalition building. They also talk about working with executive producer and host Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Jr., balancing historical truth with modern relevance, and ensuring the voices of scholars, activists, and cultural figures remain front and center.
Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History premieres February 3, 2026 on PBS, PBS.org, and the PBS app, airing across four episodes through February 17.
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