Michael Jackson continues to dominate headlines. On the California Report and on Forum, music columnist Steve Hochman talks about the enduring legacy of pop star Michael Jackson. Hochman says that while Jackson isn't linked to one era like The Beatles were, people still feel a personal connection to his music. According to Hochman, Jackson forced MTV be more open to African-American viewers interested in R&B and soul and to cultivate a more multicultural audience as a whole. Listeners share their own memories of listening to Michael Jackson.

Here at YMI, staff and students reminisced as well through audio, video, and personal commentary.

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