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Part 4: Carl Jones: Boondocks Episode about Usher Taking Tom's Wife Based on My Wife & Usher
Part 2: Carl Jones on Becoming Artist for Boondocks, Regina King Doing Huey & Riley Voices
Part 1: Before Doing The Boondocks, Artist Carl Jones Got Shot At for Selling Bootleg DVDs
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In a recent conversation about the animated series "The Boondocks," Carl Jones considered the show's impact and some of the backlash it faced. The series, which premiered in 2005, is appreciated for its daring storylines and bold themes, such as an episode on the R. Kelly trial. The series also challenged societal norms with other episodes, like the introduction of a gay rapper character. However, the show also faced controversies and protests, such as critique over Martin Luther King Jr. using the N-word in an episode. Despite the backlash, the show, which was operated with minimal oversight, won a Peabody Award for its daring creativity. Even after more than a decade since its release, the show's impactful scenes are frequently shared on social media, illustrating its significant influence on pop culture.
