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On November 7, 1991, Earvin Johnson, the basketball superstar more commonly known as “Magic Johnson,” stunned the world by announcing he was HIV-positive. This week, Sadaf and Sarah remember this pivotal moment in pop culture history, examining Magic's legacy as an advocate for those living with HIV and AIDs. The co-hosts also reflect on how Magic's diagnosis challenged and changed public perceptions of HIV.

Recommended reads from this episode: 

Magic Johnson announces his HIV diagnosis at a press conference
Cookie Johnson sits down with Oprah in 2016
Magic Johnson's 1992 Special For Nickelodeon 
Magic Johnson: My Life

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