Mahalia Jackson's Glori-Fried Chicken

<p>In addition to her work as an international recording artist and civil rights activist, the Queen of Gospel entered the restaurant business in the late 1960s with Mahalia Jackson’s Glori-fried Chicken. The fast food chain was more than a brand extension for the star; it was the first African American-owned franchise in the South. Producer Betsy Shepherd explores how Mahalia used the gospel bird to push for economic empowerment in the black community.</p><p> Betsy Shepherd produced this episode for Gravy.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</p>