The 11th Annual B Free Awards – Brooklyn Free Speech TV at BRIC The B Free Awards, now in its 11th year, is a signature celebration of free expression, community storytelling, and the vibrant voices that shape Brooklyn’s cultural landscape. Presented by Brooklyn Free Speech TV at BRIC, the B Free Awards honors the best in community-produced media—uplifting creators who use public access television to inform, inspire, and impact. Since its inception, the B Free Awards has recognized excellence across a range of categories including news, spoken word, comedy, social justice, and youth media. Each year, the event brings together independent producers, media activists, artists, and local changemakers for a night of recognition, performance, and connection. Hosted at BRIC, a leading arts and media institution anchored in Brooklyn’s creative scene, the event reflects the borough’s unmatched diversity, resilience, and commitment to free speech. The 11th Annual B Free Awards continues this tradition—championing community media and celebrating the stories that need to be told.