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Anacostia, The Series

From: Emily Berman
Length: 04:10

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"If you thought Melrose Place was hot, wait until you move to Anacostia." Read the full description.

Anacostia_small Anacostia -- The Web Series" is heading into its third season. And in case you haven't clicked your way to the series yet, it's an Internet soap opera, home-grown in Southeast D.C.

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Piece Description

Anacostia -- The Web Series" is heading into its third season. And in case you haven't clicked your way to the series yet, it's an Internet soap opera, home-grown in Southeast D.C.

Broadcast History

Metro Connection, WAMU 88.5FM News

Intro and Outro

INTRO:

"Anacostia -- The Web Series" is heading into its third season. And in case you haven't clicked your way to the series yet, it's an Internet soap opera, home-grown in Southeast D.C. Emily Friedman gives us the lowdown on this internet sensation.

OUTRO:

Musical Works

Title Artist Album Label Year Length
Way Down in the Hole The Blind Boys of Alabama 00:00
Anacostia, The Series Theme Unknown 00:00

Related Website

http://www.anacostia-thewebseries.com/