The South

On a journey through the American South from Atlanta to Washington DC, Grayson Perry confronts the deep and enduring complexities of race in America. Spending time directly with members of the African-American community, he seeks to understand the country's widening cultural and political divisions through their lived experiences. In Atlanta, he discovers a booming, majority-Black metropolis looking forward with immense confidence to a changing nation. This vibrant city offers a striking preview of a shifting demographic landscape. Traveling north to Washington DC, Grayson shifts focus to explore traditional concepts of success and legacy with members of the historic Black elite. Throughout the journey, Grayson reflects with his trademark honesty and curiosity on the concept of white privilege. By listening to a diverse range of perspectives, he uncovers how these deeply rooted social dynamics continue to shape today's intense culture wars.