Poet Nikki Giovanni discusses her literary works and a new documentary about her life

A new documentary, “Going to Mars: The Nikki Giovanni Project,” details the extraordinary life and career of poet Nikki Giovanni. “American Black Journal” contributor Cecelia Sharpe of 90.9 WRCJ sat down with Giovanni at the Charles H. Wright Museum for a wide-ranging conversation about her life, career, literary works and future plans. Plus, Giovanni discusses the “Going to Mars” documentary and her fascination with outer space. Stay Connected: Subscribe to Detroit Public Television’s YouTube Channel and don’t miss American Black Journal on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 9:30 a.m. on Detroit Public TV, WTVS-Channel 56.