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Interview: Broadway Playwright Jeremy O. Harris On 'Slave Play'
January 14, 2020 08:00 - 42 minutes - 38.4 MBOne of Broadway's hottest tickets last year was a play with no big-name actors by a 30-year-old black queer writer. Jeremy O. Harris talks to Sam about poking the bear that is Broadway, and whether he thinks he'll be embraced there long-term. Email the show at [email protected]. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
Interview: Broadway Playwright Jeremy O. Harris On 'Slave Play'
January 14, 2020 08:00 - 42 minutes - 38.4 MBOne of Broadway's hottest tickets last year was a play with no big-name actors by a 30-year-old black queer writer. Jeremy O. Harris talks to Sam about poking the bear that is Broadway, and whether he thinks he'll be embraced there long-term. Email the show at [email protected].
Weekly Wrap: Harvey Weinstein Trial Begins, Iran Conflict, Plus Getting Off Twitter
January 10, 2020 21:01 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MBElise Hu steps in for Sam this week, from member station WBEZ in Chicago. She's joined by NPR's Peter Sagal, host of 'Wait Wait...Don't Tell Me!', and Greta Johnsen of WBEZ's 'Nerdette' podcast. They discuss Harvey Weinstein, the Hollywood producer now on trial in New York for sex crimes. Plus, an Iranian-American writer shares her perspective on decades of disputes between Iran and the U.S. Also, Peter tries to get off Twitter. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/...
Interview: Jad Abumrad On 'Dolly Parton's America'
January 07, 2020 08:00 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBYou may know Jad Abumrad as the host of WNYC's 'Radiolab.' He tells Sam why he created another podcast, Dolly Parton's America, examining the life and work of music legend Dolly Parton. Jad himself grew up in Nashville, where his physician father, a Lebanese immigrant, struck up an unlikely friendship with the singer. Jad uses this podcast to ask what divides us, and how we can transcend those divides like Dolly does. Maybe. Email the show at [email protected]. Learn more about sponsor me...
How Start Your 2020 Right: Advice From NPR's 'Life Kit'
January 06, 2020 13:49 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBWondering how to get a solid start on your New Year's resolution? Whether you're hoping to get your finances in better shape or change your diet, the experts at NPR's 'Life Kit' have some advice that can help. NPR correspondent Chris Arnold and NPR senior editor and correspondent Maria Godoy join Sam Sanders as they dig into how to make those New Year's resolutions stick and how to have a relaxing weekend.
How To Start Your 2020 Right: Advice From NPR's 'Life Kit'
January 06, 2020 13:49 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBWondering how to get a solid start on your New Year's resolution? Whether you're hoping to get your finances in better shape or change your diet, the experts at NPR's 'Life Kit' have some advice that can help. NPR correspondent Chris Arnold and NPR senior editor and correspondent Maria Godoy join Sam Sanders as they dig into how to make those New Year's resolutions stick and how to have a relaxing weekend. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Po...
Encore Interview: Jimmy O. Yang From 'Silicon Valley'
December 31, 2019 08:00 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MB'Silicon Valley' and 'Crazy Rich Asians' star Jimmy O. Yang spoke to Sam in 2018 about his book 'How To American: An Immigrant's Guide To Disappointing Your Parents.' Email the show at [email protected]. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
Encore Interview: Authors Candice Carty-Williams And Angie Thomas
December 27, 2019 08:00 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MBOn this special episode, Sam Sanders revisits his 2019 conversations with two writers whose books he loved: Candice Carty-Williams, author of 'Queenie,' and Angie Thomas, author of the books, 'On The Come Up' and 'The Hate U Give.' Candice Carty-Williams' 'Queenie' has been called "the black 'Bridget Jones' Diary" and centers around a 25-year-old woman going through the awkwardness of breakups, love and life. Angie Thomas's 'On The Come Up' chronicles the story of a young girl who wants to be...
Interview Encore: Authors Candice Carty-Williams And Angie Thomas
December 27, 2019 08:00 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MBOn this special episode, Sam Sanders revisits his 2019 conversations with two writers whose books he loved: Candice Carty-Williams, author of 'Queenie,' and Angie Thomas, author of the books, 'On The Come Up' and 'The Hate U Give.' Candice Carty-Williams' 'Queenie' has been called "the black 'Bridget Jones' Diary" and centers around a 25-year-old woman going through the awkwardness of breakups, love and life. Angie Thomas's 'On The Come Up' chronicles the story of a young girl who wants to be...
Encore Interview: Maroon 5's PJ Morton On Reimagining Classic Christmas Songs
December 24, 2019 08:00 - 27 minutes - 25 MBLast Christmas PJ Morton released 'Christmas With PJ.' He and Sam spoke about putting new twists on holiday classics, and what his father — a legendary gospel singer and preacher — taught him about music. Email the show at [email protected]. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
Weekly Wrap: A Look Back At 2019 In Democracy, Protests And Business
December 20, 2019 21:48 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBThere were large-scale protests in countries across the globe the year. What do they signify about our current cultural moment? Plus a look back at the state of democracy in the United States and a dive into China's increasing influence in the U.S. entertainment industry. Sam is joined by NPR political editor Ron Elving and host of NPR's "Weekend Edition Sunday" Lulu Garcia-Navarro. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
Why 'Friends' Remains So Successful — And So Divisive — Even In 2019
December 17, 2019 08:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBThe NBC sitcom 'Friends' has been around for 25 years, and its popularity endures. Netflix says 'Friends' was the second most popular show on its streaming platform this year, based on minutes watched, and the show has also struck a chord with a younger generation. What is it about 'Friends' that resonates with viewers, and what does it say about us? Sam Sanders spoke to listeners, reporters and a critic to find out what it is that people love — and despise — about Chandler, Joey, Monica, Pho...
Weekly Wrap: How Cities Are Responding To Homelessness, Plus All About Flu Season
December 13, 2019 20:50 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBCities across the United States are struggling to figure out how to best respond to rising populations of people experiencing homelessness, especially in light of shortages of affordable housing and recent court rulings. Plus everything you should know about this year's flu season. Sam is joined this week by NPR national desk correspondents Kirk Siegler and Leila Fadel. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
Interview: Writer Lyz Lenz On 'God Land', Faith And Politics In The Midwest
December 10, 2019 08:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBIn the aftermath of the 2016 presidential election, writer Lyz Lenz watched a discussion unfold about Midwestern voters, their political views and their religious beliefs. Then, her politically divided marriage ended when she learned she and her husband had voted for different presidential candidates. She found herself questioning the impact of faith on politics in middle America. Lenz's book, ' God Land: A Story of Faith, Loss, and Renewal in Middle America,' explores exactly that: the conve...
Weekly Wrap: Climate Talks, PrEP Access, Women's Rage
December 06, 2019 19:05 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MBInternational climate talks began this week in Madrid. The U.S. sent representatives even though President Trump has claimed the U.S. is officially out of the international climate accord. The Trump Administration also said this week it has a plan to distribute HIV-prevention medication for free to individuals without prescription drug insurance coverage. Does the plan go far enough? Plus, Jennifer Aniston gets angry in her performance in 'The Morning Show.' What does her character tell us ab...
Interview: Liz Plank On 'For The Love Of Men'
December 03, 2019 08:00 - 41 minutes - 37.5 MBWriter Liz Plank is worried about men. She's not just concerned about toxic masculinity — though she hates that phrase. She's worried our politics and cultural conversation about men is actually leaving them behind. Plank spoke to Sam about her new book, 'For The Love Of Men: A New Vision For Mindful Masculinity,' which offers a blueprint for men to examine themselves and how they think about gender. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
Chef Samin Nosrat, Plus Dan Pashman Vs. The Thanksgiving Industrial Complex
November 29, 2019 08:00 - 51 minutes - 47.1 MBIn this special episode, Sam Sanders and Dan Pashman of 'The Sporkful' question food media's never-ending effort to make Thanksgiving new each year, and discuss how to make the holiday less stressful and more enjoyable. Then, an encore presentation of Sam's interview with 'Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat' writer and cook Samin Nosrat. She talks about her philosophy as a chef, how she's handling fame and how she feels about the state of the food world. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcast...
Interview: Comedian Nicole Byer On Auditioning, Coping With Loss And Fat Jokes
November 26, 2019 08:00 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBWe're sharing 'All Things Considered' host Audie Cornish's conversation with comedian Nicole Byer, whom she calls a "star on the rise." Byer has helmed a comedy series, two hit podcasts, a Netflix comedy special and the Emmy-nominated Netflix cooking series, 'Nailed It!' The pair sat down in front of a live audience in Los Angeles earlier this year to talk about her successes, auditioning as a black woman in comedy and using improv to cope with the loss of her parents. Learn more about spons...
Weekly Wrap: Dems Debate, Mister Rogers and WeWork
November 22, 2019 21:26 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MBGuest host Elise Hu steps in for Sam this week. She is joined by panelists Jacob Margolis, science reporter for Southern California Public Radio, and Peter Hamby, host of Snapchat's Good Luck America, and contributing writer for Vanity Fair. They discuss the aftermath of a California school shooting, the fall of WeWork, and the lawmaker who may have farted on air. Plus, why Mister Rogers is still ingrained in the American psyche, years after his PBS show went off the air. Learn more about s...
Interview: Alicia Menendez On How Women Fall Into 'The Likeability Trap'
November 19, 2019 08:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBJournalist Alicia Menendez has noticed a problem: in the workplace, and in many aspects of their lives, women are forced into becoming inauthentic versions of themselves in order to be likeable. Her new book, 'The Likeability Trap: How To Break Free And Succeed As You Are,' examines how to avoid these traps. Menendez and guest host Elise Hu talked about creating more fulfilling personal relationships and a better workplace and how likeability plays into politics. Learn more about sponsor mes...
Weekly Wrap: Disney+, Four-Day Workweek, Impeachment In Historical Context
November 15, 2019 20:28 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MBDisney launched its highly anticipated streaming service, Disney+, this week and added a message to viewers that some of its older material may include outdated or offensive content or cultural images. A trial of a four-day workweek in Japan showed signs of increasing productivity — could something similar succeed in a country like the United States? And as the nation turns its focus to the now-public impeachment hearings of President Donald Trump, Sam talks with Leon Neyfakh, host of season...
Interview: Musician Jacob Collier On Making Everyday Sounds Into Songs
November 12, 2019 08:00 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBEnglish composer, singer, producer and multi-instrumentalist Jacob Collier first gained attention on YouTube in 2012, and since then he's signed to Quincy Jones' record label, won two Grammys and released three albums. The 25-year-old's music is a mix of jazz, neo-soul and funk. He and Sam Sanders talked about his upcoming work, his four-album project, 'Djesse' and using everyday sounds to make songs. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
Weekly Wrap: DACA's Legal Future, The Lasting Impact Of Prop 187, And Local Politics
November 08, 2019 21:29 - 37 minutes - 34 MBThe Supreme Court is set to consider the termination of the DACA — Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals — program, which the Trump Administration rescinded in 2017. What does the program's legal future look like? Plus, how Prop 187 — a California ballot measure from 25 years ago — has influenced how Americans view and legislate about immigration. Then, what effect is the national political discourse having on local politics? Sam talks with State College, Pennsylvania Borough Councilman Dan...
Actress And Comedian Amanda Seales On 'Insecure' And Her Book, 'Small Doses'
November 05, 2019 08:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBAmanda Seales is perhaps best known for her role as Tiffany in HBO's 'Insecure,' but the actress and stand-up comedian has been busy the last few years. She hosts the comedy game show, 'Smart, Funny, And Black,' and her first stand-up special, 'I Be Knowin'' came to HBO earlier this year. Now Seales is out with a book, 'Small Doses: Potent Truths for Everyday Use,' full of life advice. Seales and Sam Sanders talked about the success of 'Insecure,' what it means for black shows on TV and who h...
Interview: Comedian Amanda Seales On 'Insecure' And Her Book, 'Small Doses'
November 05, 2019 08:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBAmanda Seales is perhaps best known for her role as Tiffany in HBO's 'Insecure,' but the actress and stand-up comedian has been busy the last few years. She hosts the comedy game show, 'Smart, Funny, And Black,' and her first stand-up special, 'I Be Knowin'' came to HBO earlier this year. Now Seales is out with a book, 'Small Doses: Potent Truths for Everyday Use,' full of life advice. Seales and Sam Sanders talked about the success of 'Insecure,' what it means for black shows on TV and who h...
Weekly Wrap: Impeachment, Kanye West, Plus Why The Internet Loves Jeff Goldblum
November 01, 2019 20:52 - 38 minutes - 34.8 MBThe House of Representatives voted on guidelines this week for a formal impeachment inquiry into President Trump, with only two Democrats voting against the measure. Where is the inquiry headed next, and how is the public feeling about it? Meanwhile, Kanye West's new album takes a gospel turn and dives into the artist's spirituality, but how are critics feeling about "Jesus Is King"? Plus why actor Jeff Goldblum has become so beloved on the internet. Sam is joined by host of NPR's 'All Thing...
Interview: Comedian Pete Holmes On 'Comedy Sex God' And His Faith
October 29, 2019 07:00 - 20 minutes - 28.4 MBComedian and actor Pete Holmes played a fictional version of himself in the HBO show 'Crashing,' where the stand-up comic finds himself homeless after his wife cheats on him. In real life, Holmes found himself rediscovering his faith after his divorce from his first wife — and that's the topic he explores in his book, 'Comedy Sex God.' Holmes and Sam Sanders talked about his faith journey, what it means to believe in a higher power and how it's shaped Holmes' life. Learn more about sponsor ...
Weekly Wrap: School Surveillance, That Anonymous Book, College Tuition Benefits
October 25, 2019 20:43 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MBSenate Republicans have introduced a bill that would expand online and other surveillance of American schoolchildren, in what they call an effort to prevent mass shootings and other violence. But is that type of surveillance effective — and what does it mean for privacy? Plus, news of a book purportedly written by a Trump administration insider, who last year published an anonymous New York Times op-ed about resisting the President's agenda. Service-industry employers such as Chipotle are...
Interview: Actress Regina King On Having Difficult Conversations About Race
October 22, 2019 07:00 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MBActress Regina King has been on-screen for more than three decades, working in films and TV shows such as '227' and 'American Crime.' But winning several high-profile awards has rocketed her career to new heights. She has also stepped into the role of director and vowed to produce projects with 50 percent women. She now stars in the new HBO series 'Watchmen,' which is inspired by the graphic novel of the same name. The show deals heavily with issues of race and policing, which has also been a...
Weekly Wrap: What's Going On In Turkey And Syria, And Facebook's Political Ad Problem
October 18, 2019 20:09 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBAfter President Trump ordered US troops removed from northern Syria, tensions in the region remain high, despite a temporary ceasefire agreement by Turkey. Sam and his guests discuss that story and look back at this week's Democratic presidential debate. Meanwhile, Facebook continues to deal with backlash over its handling of political ads and its proposed global currency, Libra. Sam is joined by Matt Pearce, a reporter for the L.A. Times covering the 2020 presidential campaign, and by the ...
Interview: Comedian Cristela Alonzo On Her Sitcom And Her Love Of Music
October 15, 2019 07:00 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MBYou might have seen Cristela Alonzo in her Netflix stand-up special or on her ABC sitcom, 'Cristela.' Now she's out with a book all about music's role in her life called 'Music to My Years: A Mixtape Memoir of Growing Up and Standing Up.' In it she talks about her life as a first generation Mexican-American and how she found her way to stand-up comedy. She sat down with Sam Sanders to talk about her love of music and 'The Golden Girls,' growing up poor and making her sitcom, which was cancele...
Weekly Wrap: #MeToo and Matt Lauer, Political Corruption, & Snoop Dogg Shenanigans
October 11, 2019 21:10 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBNew sexual assault allegations came out this week against prominent news, political and entertainment figures. A few years into the #MeToo movement, what are our expectations about whether or how men accused of sexual harassment and assault can return to public life? Also, crackdowns on political corruption in Chicago intensify, and cell phone use by audience members during performances has led to a heated debate in the theater world. Plus, Snoop Dogg's performance at a university this week...
Interview: Writer And Poet Saeed Jones On 'How We Fight For Our Lives'
October 08, 2019 07:00 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MBIn his memoir, 'How We Fight For Our Lives,' poet and writer Saeed Jones gets vulnerable as he details his coming of age as black and gay in suburban Texas. The former BuzzFeed editor sat down with Sam Sanders to give a glimpse of the stories behind his book, including those of his mother and grandmother, and one where he faced violence during a sexual encounter with another man. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
Weekly Wrap: Funk's Resurgence In Pop, The Future Of Title VII, Domestic Extremism
October 04, 2019 21:06 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBAs President Trump faces an impeachment inquiry his rhetoric is becoming more extreme, using words like "coup" and "civil war." At the same time, domestic terror experts are seeing an uptick in violent messaging from white nationalist groups, angry about the challenge to the president. Meanwhile, an upcoming Supreme Court case could decide whether Title VII employment protections apply to gay and transgender individuals. Plus, why funk music is making a resurgence in mainstream pop songs. Sam...
John Legend On The Music Industry, His Career, Politics And Balancing It All
October 01, 2019 07:00 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBJohn Legend seems to be one of the busiest people in the entertainment business. Apart from making music, in the past few years he has been all over TV, starring in NBC's live 'Jesus Christ Superstar' broadcast and producing multiple shows, including a new hip-hop competition show for Netflix. On top of it all, Legend remains engaged in political conversations and philanthropic causes. He sat down with Sam Sanders to talk about balancing it all and where his career has taken him. This episode...
Weekly Wrap: Where The Climate Conversation Stands, Plus The Emmys And Diversity
September 27, 2019 20:45 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MBThe debate over climate change continues to simmer after this week's climate strike demonstrations and 16-year-old Greta Thunberg's speech at the United Nations Climate Action Summit. One author is arguing for a vegan-by-day approach to reduce carbon emissions. Plus, are the Emmys making progress on diversity? Sam is joined by Bim Adewunmi and Nichole Perkins of the Slate podcast, 'Thirst Aid Kit.' Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
Interview: Jonathan Van Ness Of 'Queer Eye' On Overcoming Trauma
September 24, 2019 07:00 - 45 minutes - 39.1 MBJonathan Van Ness stepped into the spotlight in 2018 as a walking, talking bundle of energy, optimism and fierceness on the Netflix reboot of Queer Eye. But in his new memoir, Over the Top: A Raw Journey to Self-Love, Van Ness writes about how life wasn't always like that for him. He recounts growing up and dealing with hardships such as childhood trauma, depression, drug use, sexual compulsion, being diagnosed HIV-positive and more. Van Ness spoke to Sam Sanders about why he decided to write...
Weekly Wrap: GM Workers On Strike, School Lunch Debt, Whitney Houston Hologram
September 20, 2019 20:05 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBUnion workers at General Motors went on strike this week for the first time in more than a decade. What does the United Autoworkers Union want for its members in the next contract with the automaker? As kids return to school, some will still struggle to afford lunches. What happens when students accrue meal debt — and what one woman in North Carolina is doing to alleviate the problem in her community. Plus why you might see a Whitney Houston hologram onstage next year. Sam is joined this we...
Interview: Best-Selling Author Malcolm Gladwell On 'Talking To Strangers'
September 17, 2019 07:00 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MBJournalist Malcolm Gladwell's best-selling books have explored a wide range of topics from decision making to 'The Tipping Point.' His latest work, 'Talking To Strangers,' takes a look at stories such as the Sandra Bland case, the trial of Amanda Knox and the Stanford rape case to explain why interactions with strangers often go wrong. Sam spoke to Gladwell about his new book at The George Washington University's Lisner Auditorium on Sept. 11, 2019. Learn more about sponsor message choices: ...
Weekly Wrap: Congress Returns To Washington, The Youth Vote, Plus Viral Food Videos
September 13, 2019 19:28 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBCongress is back in session, but what are lawmakers in the Senate and House of Representatives prioritizing for the foreseeable future? Meanwhile, presidential campaigns are working hard to activate and engage youth voters, but how effective are their strategies? Plus, Sam and People Magazine's food editor dig into why one how-to video involving a deep-fried barbecue chicken-quesadilla-pizza hybrid went viral — and where online cooking videos are headed. Sam is joined in studio this week by N...
All About Instagram Influencers And How They've Changed Advertising
September 10, 2019 07:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBSocial media influencers have changed the marketing industry. Brands now pour billions of dollars into partnering with people who can reach audiences on platforms like Instagram and YouTube — whether they're advertising a handbag, a video game or a meal at a local restaurant. But what does it take to become an influencer, and what happens when your livelihood is tied to a platform that's not your own? Sam talks with an influencer, a reporter who covers the industry and an executive who helps ...
Weekly Wrap: 'Truth Hurts' Hits No. 1, McConnell On Gun Control, More Brexit Chaos
September 06, 2019 20:59 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MBDemocratic Presidential candidates talked climate in a town hall this week. How does transportation factor into combating climate change? In the wake of several mass shootings, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is still yet to bring forward any legislation on gun control. We take a look at how President Trump may be influencing McConnell's thinking and actions. Plus, with all the yelling and shouting, what's going on with Brexit this week — and how are Brits feelings about it? Sam is joi...
Interview: Danielle Brooks On The End Of 'Orange Is The New Black'
September 03, 2019 07:00 - 32 minutes - 30 MBActress Danielle Brooks caught the eye of many Netflix viewers as Tasha 'Taystee' Jefferson in the streaming platform's original series Orange Is The New Black. All seven seasons of the show, which tells the fictional stories of women in prison, are streaming on Netflix now. Brooks sat down with Sam Sanders to talk about what it took to step into the role of Taystee and taping her final emotional scenes — plus, what kind of mother Brooks hopes to be. Learn more about sponsor message choices:...
Dan Levy On 'Schitt's Creek' And Greta Lee On 'Russian Doll'
August 30, 2019 07:00 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MBWe're taking a break from the news this week to revisit conversations with stars from two shows nominated for Outstanding Comedy Series at this year's Primetime Emmy Awards on September 22. Dan Levy from Pop TV's 'Schitt's Creek' discusses creating the show with his father, comedic actor Eugene Levy, and Greta Lee from Netflix's 'Russian Doll' talks to guest host Julia Furlan about the show's New York identity. Back with our regular Weekly Wrap next week. Email the show at [email protected]....
Interview: Jia Tolentino On The Internet, Optimization And Other Late Capitalist Woes
August 27, 2019 07:00 - 38 minutes - 34.8 MBWriter Jia Tolentino has a keen eye for processing bits of internet absurdity and telling readers what they say about us. The 'New Yorker' staff writer's new book, 'Trick Mirror,' examines several different systems that impact our lives through a series of nine deeply researched essays. Tolentino and Sam Sanders discuss growing up in church, putting your life on the internet and what happens when your life becomes a quest for optimization. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastcho...
Weekly Wrap: For GOP, Warning Signs With Women; Greenland Not For Sale
August 23, 2019 22:00 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBPresident Trump wanted to buy Greenland but Denmark said no. Meanwhile, American fast food chains argued over who has the best friend chicken sandwich. Plus, 'Sporkful' host Dan Pashman stops by to taste test the latest plant-based "milks." Sam is joined by Los Angeles Times reporter Melanie Mason and KPCC's Leo Duran. Email the show at [email protected]. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
Interview: Vann Newkirk On How Black Farmers Were Robbed Of Their Land
August 20, 2019 07:00 - 30 minutes - 28.6 MBIn a new cover story for The Atlantic, Vann R. Newkirk II tells the story of how the government systematically stripped black farmers of their land via illegal pressures levied through its loan programs, which created massive transfers of wealth from black to white farmers, especially in the period just after the 1950s. Follow Vann on Twitter @fivefifths. Email the show at [email protected]. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
Weekly Wrap: All Eyes On The Economy, Language And The Internet, Plus Hard Seltzer
August 16, 2019 20:23 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MBMarkets had a roller coaster week as talks of an oncoming recession roiled the global economy. The White House wants social media companies to try to stop violence before it occurs, but what would that mean for privacy? Plus, how the internet is shifting the way we text and talk. Sam is joined by NPR White House reporter Ayesha Rascoe and Washington Post senior tech policy reporter Tony Romm. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
Interview: X Ambassadors' Sam Harris On Bridging Genres And Working With Lizzo
August 13, 2019 07:00 - 33 minutes - 31 MBX Ambassadors landed their first big hit with 2015's "Renegades," which made an appearance in a Jeep commercial, hit No. 1 on the Billboard Rock charts and went platinum in the U.S. and four other countries. The band, which often seems to fly under the radar, returned with its new album 'Orion' earlier this year. Sam Sanders sat down with the band's lead singer and songwriter, Sam Harris to find out what it's like to be one part of rock music's biggest acts while spanning genres. Learn more ...
Weekly Wrap: Violence Against Latinos, Angry Online Men, Victoria's Secret's Future
August 09, 2019 20:56 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBAmericans continue to wrap their heads around last week's mass shootings in El Paso, Texas, and Dayton, Ohio. Our panel examines two big threads behind them: the history of violence against Latinos in the U.S. and websites where men often share violent views and hateful rhetoric. Plus, Victoria's Secret announced the hire of its first transgender model this week, but does the company still have the cultural cache to carry itself through an ongoing business downturn? Guest host Julia Furlan is...