Mara Brock Akil’s series Forever tells the story of two Black teens in love, while showing the everyday pressures that both endanger and strengthen their bond. It’s UATL’s hosts discuss the importance of healthy Black love representation in media, and Mara sits down with It’s UATL host Nedra Rhone to talk about the show.

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