Black Cowboy Culture: ‘High Horse’ Brunch & Legacy Reclamation

## Celebrating Black Cowboy Culture: A Brunch Honoring “High Horse” on Peacock

A recent black Excellence Brunch, hosted ⁤by founder trell Thomas, beautifully underscored the importance of⁢ Black history ⁤and pride, specifically in celebration of Peacock’s new documentary, ‌*High Horse: The Black Cowboy*. The event, steeped in the warmth of a⁤ Sunday dinner, brought ​together ⁤key figures and celebrated a legacy often overlooked.

### A Natural Alignment

Monkeypaw Productions’​ SVP of Culture and Impact, Keisha Senter, explained the ‌partnership felt organic.⁣ “The black ⁤Excellence brunch celebrates Black people, Black culture, and Black ⁢traditions on a major platform,” she shared with​ EBONY.

The goal? To create a​ space where those deeply connected to this ‍culture feel truly seen and ‌appreciated.Senter emphasized that recognizing the contributions ⁤of Black cowboys and cowgirls isn’t⁣ about acknowledging ⁣a footnote, but rather recognizing a ⁤foundational element of ranch life.

### The Heartbeat of *High Horse*

*High Horse* aims to welcome viewers ⁣”home”‌ – to a culture and legacy that has always belonged to ⁢them. The documentary powerfully lifts up the⁤ individuals who ⁢have tirelessly fought for the recognition of Black beauty, truth, and boldness.

### A Southern Feast ‍& Inspiring Conversation

Attendees, including actor Glynn Turman, enjoyed a ⁣delicious family-style meal featuring classic Southern dishes. Think braised collard greens, shrimp and grits, fried chicken and waffles, peach cobbler, bread pudding, and barbecue brisket with a sweet blueberry glaze.following the meal, Trell Thomas facilitated a compelling ​talkback featuring GRAMMY Award-winning songwriter⁢ and ​producer INK,‍ and Compton Cowboys founder Randy Savvy – both central ⁢figures in ⁢the documentary. the conversation was insightful and ‌impactful.

### A call to Action: From ⁣Belief ⁣to Knowing

It was INK’s closing remarks that truly resonated. She encouraged everyone to move beyond *believing* in change,⁢ and‌ instead, ‌to *know* it.She‍ referenced ⁣her artist acronym, (I)magine (N)ot (K)nowing, and powerfully stated her ⁤conviction that⁣ *High Horse* will be a⁢ catalyst for positive change. INK believes the collective efforts towards a more equitable future are⁤ coming‌ to fruition.

### Where to Watch

You can stream all three episodes of ⁤*High Horse: The Black Cowboy*​ now on Peacock.Don’t miss this vital and inspiring documentary.

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