Denée Benton and the representation she brings to HBO’s ‘The Gilded Age’

HBO’s “The Gilded Age” is a historical drama set in New York City in the 1800s that details the lives of rich families. It follows Peggy Scott, a Black writer, played by Denée Benton. Peggy’s character belongs to a group of people known as the Black elite. In this episode of Beyond Black History Month, host Femi Redwood speaks with Benton about her challenges, her drive to tell this often ignored story, and why she’s so protective of her character. Femi also talks to Carla Peterson, the author of the book “Black Gotham: A Family History of African-Americans in 19th Century New York City.”