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The Gospel of J. Edgar Hoover: How the FBI Aided and Abetted the Rise of White Christian Nationalism

July 03, 2024 21:00 - 1 hour - 71.2 MB

In this program, Lerone Martin, Associate Professor of Religious Studies and Director of the Martin Luther King, Jr., Research and Education Institute at Stanford University, discusses his recent book, The Gospel of J. Edgar Hoover, which reveals how Hoover and his FBI teamed up with leading white evangelicals and Catholics to bring about a white Christian America by any means necessary. His research draws on thousands of newly declassified FBI documents, including a civil lawsuit against the...

Building Fast and Reliable Machine Learning Systems with Yian Ma

July 03, 2024 21:00 - 28 minutes - 26.7 MB

Yian Ma, an assistant professor in the Halıcıoğlu Data Science Institute at UC San Diego talks about his research using scalable inference methods for credible machine learning. This involves designing Bayesian inference methods to quantify uncertainty in the predictions of complex models; understanding computational and statistical guarantees of inference algorithms; and leveraging these scalable algorithms to learn from time series data and perform sequential decision making tasks. Series:...

CARTA: Before Lucy: The State of Knowledge on Human Origins with Donald Johanson

July 02, 2024 21:00 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MB

Since entering into the field of paleoanthropology in 1970, Donald Johanson has found a more focused and rigorous implementation of an expanded collaborative, multinational, transdisciplinary strategy of inquiry with the application of new theoretical and technical innovations that has resulted in a richer picture of our origins and a deeper understanding of how we became human—not only in Africa, but Eurasia as well. The discovery of Lucy 50 years ago provides an appropriate benchmark by whi...

How the Supreme Court Divided America

July 02, 2024 21:00 - 57 minutes - 52.5 MB

The 2021-2022 term of the U.S. Supreme Court is widely considered to be the most consequential in living memory. Bruen, West Virginia v. EPA, Dobbs—the Court’s rulings in these controversial cases weakened gun restrictions, hobbled the Environmental Protection Agency’s ability to fight climate change, and overturned the constitutional protection for abortion rights nearly 50 years after Roe v. Wade. In The Supermajority: How the Supreme Court Divided America, Brennan Center for Justice presid...

Living Otherwise: Perspectives on Time Space and Sense-Making from Okinawa

July 01, 2024 21:00 - 1 hour - 62.9 MB

In this program presented by UC San Diego Library and UC San Diego History Department, hear and see the work of artists and scholars from Okinawa and Tokyo. The discussion centers around themes of nation, indigeneity, gender and militarism, with the end goal of proposing new ways of “living otherwise,” together through the power of art. Featured artists are Mayumo Inoue, associate professor of comparative literature at Hitotsubashi University, Kaori Nakasone, photographer based in Tokyo and ...

Revisiting the Classics: When Harry Met Sally

June 28, 2024 21:00 - 57 minutes - 51.7 MB

Actor Meg Ryan joins moderator Brad Silberling for a discussion of the romantic comedy classic When Harry Met Sally. They share behind-the-scenes stories of the film’s late screenwriter Nora Ephron and the enduring legacy of the film. They also reflect on the development of the film’s script and iconic characters, the process of shooting scenes and bringing Harry and Sally to life onscreen, and Meg Ryan’s work both in front of and behind the camera over the course of her career. Series: "Cars...

Systemic Therapy Approaches for Advanced Prostate Cancer

June 27, 2024 21:00 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MB

As part of the 2024 Prostate Cancer Patient Conference, Dr. Eric Small discusses systemic therapy treatment in advanced prostate cancer, including AR-targeted therapy. The presentation includes definitions of disease states, categories of treatment types, and standards in treatment selection. Series: "Prostate Cancer Patient Conference" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 39768]

Ethical Policy-Making in an AI-Driven World

June 26, 2024 21:00 - 53 minutes - 49.6 MB

In this program, Professor Martin Hilbert, Chair of Computational Social Sciences at UC Davis, discusses AI and ethical policy-making. He looks at the tradeoffs between unimaginable wealth and existential risks, and new roles for human minds. Series: "UC Center Sacramento" [Public Affairs] [Business] [Show ID: 39708]

The Future of Work with Pedro Manrique

June 24, 2024 21:00 - 26 minutes - 24 MB

Pedro Manrique discusses the evolving landscape of work, emphasizing the importance of asynchronous collaboration across time zones and the integration of AI as a tool to enhance productivity. He highlights the need to embrace disruption and technology while maintaining a human-centric approach. Manrique envisions a future where traditional retirement fades, replaced by dynamic career paths and diverse revenue streams. He encourages viewing jobs as portfolios of revenue, advocating for contin...

Understanding Atmospheric Rivers

June 24, 2024 21:00 - 49 minutes - 43.8 MB

Over the last two winter seasons atmospheric rivers have impacted California and the west with extreme precipitation and the cascading consequences of these events. The meteorology that causes atmospheric rivers is complex, but scientists at the Center for Western Weather and Water Extremes (CW3E) are working to help better predict them and understand what they mean for rainfall and snowfall across the state. Join CW3E Deputy Director Julie Kalansky to learn how scientists are researching the...

Healing a Divided America with E.J. Dionne

June 21, 2024 21:00 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MB

Prominent journalist E.J. Dionne, known for his op-eds in The Washington Post and essays in Commonweal Magazine, advocates for bridging societal divides by addressing issues like social isolation and loneliness. As part of the Burke Lectureship at UC San Diego, Dionne, a distinguished professor at Georgetown University, invites audiences to contemplate solutions transcending political boundaries. Joining Dionne is Dean Nelson, journalism professor at Point Loma Nazarene University, and Edward...

Stem Cells and Human Longevity - Medicine Informing Novel Discoveries (MIND)

June 20, 2024 21:00 - 54 minutes - 51.5 MB

Can we not only live longer but better, healthier lives? Robert A.J. Signer and Shiri Gur-Cohen describe how stem cell research may hold the key to longevity. Centenarian Stanley Clothier shares his secrets to a long life and artist Amy Burkman celebrates the connection between art, science, and her own health journey. Series: "Stem Cell Channel" [Health and Medicine] [Science] [Show ID: 39722]

Walter Capps and the Value of the Humanities

June 19, 2024 21:00 - 1 hour - 103 MB

What role do the humanities - history, art, philosophy, language, religion - play in the modern world? Prominent leaders of humanities organizations discuss the contributions of noted humanist and professor Walter H. Capps and the value of the humanities today. Series: "Ethics, Religion and Public Life: Walter H. Capps Center Series" [Humanities] [Show ID: 39705]

Care for Children with Rett Syndrome

June 18, 2024 21:00 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MB

As part of the 2024 Developmental Disabilities Conference, Dr. Jennifer Martelle Tu is a neurologist with a special interest in movement disorders. She provides a comprehensive update on the care of children and youth with Rett Syndrome, a rare progressive neurological disease. She emphasizes the importance of dedicated multidisciplinary clinics and discusses state of the art treatments, such as the recently FDA approved trofinetide, as well as gene therapy. Series: "Developmental Disabilitie...

Campus Gardens and Mental Health

June 17, 2024 21:00 - 3 minutes - 3.97 MB

UC San Diego is home to an array of campus gardens that promote education and the growth of sustainable food and local produce. Learn more about the green spaces where students and staff come together to cultivate community, sustainability and belonging. Videos by Michael Foster and Daniel Orren. [Public Affairs] [Show ID: 39868]

Immunotherapy and Advanced Prostate Cancer

June 14, 2024 21:00 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MB

As part of the 2024 Prostate Cancer Patient Conference, Dr. David Oh presents on the use of immunotherapy as a treatment in advanced prostate cancer, including describing how immunotherapy works, possible side effects, and options available currently. Series: "Prostate Cancer Patient Conference" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 39770]

The Kindness of Strangers: Survival in Linz London and Shanghai

June 14, 2024 21:00 - 53 minutes - 48.9 MB

What does it take to survive persecution and exile? The story of Greta Taussig and Rudy Gans offers answers to this tantalizing question. Born in Linz, Austria, Greta emigrated to London after the country’s incorporation into the Third Reich, eventually enduring the horrors of the Blitz. Rudy was able to make his way to Shanghai after imprisonment in the notorious Dachau concentration camp. Along their arduous journey, each experienced the life-saving kindness of courageous strangers. As part...

Promoting Healthy Sexuality for Children and Adolescents with Disabilities

June 12, 2024 21:00 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MB

As part of the 2024 Developmental Disabilities Conference, Dr. Ellen Elias is a pediatrician and geneticist who has dedicated her career to the care of children and youth with medical complexity and developmental disabilities. She discusses sexuality and the need for education, normalization and anticipatory preventive care in youth and adults with disabilities. Series: "Developmental Disabilities Update" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 39753]

Clinical Implications of Sensory-Movement Differences in Autism

June 12, 2024 21:00 - 50 minutes - 46.9 MB

As part of the 2024 Developmental Disabilities Conference, Elizabeth Vosseller and Ian Nordling demonstrate techniques for helping autistic people who cannot use speech reliably to communicate. They discuss the neuroscience behind techniques for helping people with sensory and movement differences to use spelling and typing to communicate. Ian Nordling, a nonspeaking autistic man, provides insights into the lived experience of learning to communicate. Series: "Developmental Disabilities Updat...

Revisiting the Classics: Who Framed Roger Rabbit

June 10, 2024 21:00 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MB

Associate producer Steve Starkey and screenwriter Peter S. Seaman join moderator Tyler Morgenstern (Assistant Director of the Carsey-Wolf Center) for a discussion of the film Who Framed Roger Rabbit. They discuss the early development and complex visual effects of the film. They also discuss the state of Walt Disney Studios in the 1980s and the industrial contexts surrounding the film, as well as allegories of segregation and urban sprawl in Los Angeles worked into the narrative. Series: "Car...

Precision Pediatrics: The Case for Genomic Sequencing in Newborn Screening

June 10, 2024 21:00 - 59 minutes - 54.9 MB

Almost every child born in the United States undergoes state-mandated newborn screening within the first 48 hours of life. The blood collected from a "heel stick" helps test for 80 different serious but treatable genetic disorders. These disorders can be either genetic (passed down in families) or congenital (present at birth). But... what if we could go further? What if we could test a newborn's entire genetic sequence? Pediatric geneticist Ingrid Holm discusses the risks, benefits, costs an...

Minority Rule in the United States

June 08, 2024 21:00 - 9 minutes - 8.75 MB

Placing the U.S. in comparative perspective, Daniel Ziblatt, professor of government at Harvard University, discusses uniquely American counter-majoritarian institutions. Ziblatt is also director of the Transformations of Democracy group at Berlin’s WZB Social Science Center. He is the author of four books, including "How Democracies Die," co-authored with Steve Levitsky, a New York Times best-seller. His newest book co-authored with Steven Levitsky is entitled "Tyranny of the Minority." Ser...

Surgery and Prostate Cancer

June 07, 2024 21:00 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MB

As part of the 2024 Prostate Cancer Patient Conference, Dr. Matthew Cooperberg discusses surgery as treatment for localized prostate cancer, including risk stratification, how prostatectomy is performed, surgery outcomes and potential side effects. Series: "Prostate Cancer Patient Conference" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 39758]

Community Support and Cognitive Science Help Non-Speaking Autistics Flourish

June 06, 2024 21:00 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MB

As part of the 2024 Developmental Disabilities Conference, Vikram Jaswal, Professor of Psychology at the University of Virginia, presents research using objective measurements of eye gaze and speed of movements. He demonstrates that prompting by supporters is not a plausible explanation for the success nonspeaking autistic people have had communicating using letterboards held by a trained Communication Regulation Partner. He also presents data that nonspeaking autistic people can tolerate Aug...

A Conversation with Anne Lamott - Writer's Symposium by the Sea 2024

June 06, 2024 21:00 - 1 hour - 61.5 MB

New York Times bestselling author Anne Lamott returns to the 2024 Writer's Symposium by the Sea to talk about her new book "Somehow: Thoughts on Love." In a funny and spirited conversation with host Dean Nelson, Lamott talks about grief, addiction, hope, faith and love. Lamott is author of "Bird by Bird," "Grace," "Plan B" and "Hard Laughter." Series: "Writer's Symposium By The Sea" [Humanities] [Show ID: 39512]

Addressing Racial Inequality for People with Developmental Disabilities

June 05, 2024 21:00 - 41 minutes - 38 MB

As part of the 2024 Developmental Disabilities Conference, Vivian Huan, Senior Policy Attorney of Disability Rights California, presents key findings and recommendations regarding racial disparities in access to services and funding in California for people in the developmental disability system. After investments were made to reduce disparities, they worsened. Huan presents strategies that may work moving forward. Series: "Developmental Disabilities Update" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 39...

Intersections Presents Earl Thomas and the Gospel Ambassadors Featuring Sister Leola

June 05, 2024 21:00 - 1 hour - 78.5 MB

Earl Thomas was born into a musical family in rural Tennessee and grew up in a house brimming with music. His father was a bluesman and his mother was a gospel singer, so music is in his veins. He stumbled into the music industry by accident, which led to a vibrant 30-year career that is steeped in African American tradition and culture. His music is a potent mix of the traditional and contemporary gospel, expressed in an impressive music catalogue. As a singer songwriter, his music – deeply ...

What is Oligometastatic Prostate Cancer?

June 05, 2024 21:00 - 17 minutes - 16.5 MB

As part of the 2024 Prostate Cancer Patient Conference, Drs. Julian Hong and Eric Small discuss oligometastatic prostate cancer and its management with radiation and systemic therapies. Series: "Prostate Cancer Patient Conference" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 39766]

Child to Adult Health Care Transitions for People with Developmental Disabilities

June 05, 2024 21:00 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MB

As part of the 2024 Developmental Disabilities Conference, Dr. Megumi Okumura, Medical Director of the newly established UCSF Health Pediatric to Adult Transitions Program, describes a roadmap for health care transition, the process of moving from a child/family centered to an adult/patient centered model of health care; and introduces tools from a recently updated Got Transition, a collaborative effort by the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Academy of Family Physicians, and the ...

Prostate Cancer: How Couples Handle Treatment Side-effects and Life Challenges

June 04, 2024 21:00 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MB

As part of the 2024 Prostate Cancer Patient Conference, patient advocate Stan Rosenfeld leads a panel discussion including Dr. Benjamin Breyer, patients, and their partners, on living with prostate cancer. Series: "Prostate Cancer Patient Conference" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 39773]

A Closer Look at...Stem Cells in Space

June 03, 2024 21:00 - 59 minutes - 55 MB

Why explore stem cells in space when we have the comfort of Earth's laboratories? Join Robert A.J. Signer, Ph.D., alongside Catriona Jamieson, M.D., Ph.D., and Alysson Muotri, Ph.D., as they delve into the untapped potential of space experiments for expediting medical breakthroughs. Patient advocate Alexandria Allen offers a poignant narrative, revealing the profound impact such research has had on her personal health journey. Series: "Stem Cell Channel" [Health and Medicine] [Science] [Show ...

The Future of AI and California's Economy

June 03, 2024 21:00 - 57 minutes - 50.6 MB

In this program, Professor Matthew Harding distills the current state of the economic literature on AI, explores the major industries in California that are likely to be impacted by AI, and considers gaps that could hinder California’s ability to manage and harness the potential benefits of an AI-led boom. Series: "UC Center Sacramento" [Public Affairs] [Business] [Show ID: 39652]

CWC Docs: Last Things

June 02, 2024 21:00 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MB

Director Deborah Stratman joins moderator Alex Lilburn (Film and Media Studies, UCSB) for a discussion of her film, Last Things. Stratman discusses the varied ecological, geological, literary, and cinematic inspirations of the film and thinking beyond anthropic time scales. Together, they also discuss the structure of the documentary, the use of voiceover and outside excerpts, the scientific concepts explored throughout, and the research undertaken in the development process for the film. Ser...

New Treatments for Advanced Prostate Cancer

June 01, 2024 21:00 - 9 minutes - 8.71 MB

As part of the 2024 Prostate Cancer Patient Conference, Dr. Rahul Aggarwal reviews emerging treatment approaches for advanced prostate cancer, including developments for antibody-drug conjugates, immunotherapy (T cell engagers), targeted radiation, and targeting Androgen Receptor Signaling. Series: "Prostate Cancer Patient Conference" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 39772]

A Conversation with Amor Towles - Writer's Symposium by the Sea 2024

May 31, 2024 21:00 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MB

As part of the 2024 Writer's Symposium by the Sea, New York Times bestselling author Amor Towles talks about his new book "Table for Two" with Dean Nelson, director of Point Loma Nazarene University's journalism program. Towles is best known for his novels "Rules of Civility," "The Lincoln Highway" and "A Gentleman in Moscow," which was recently adapted as a television series starring Ewan McGregor as Count Rostov. Series: "Writer's Symposium By The Sea" [Humanities] [Show ID: 39666]

Can We Avoid Cognitive Decline with Age?

May 30, 2024 21:00 - 54 minutes - 50.4 MB

What can you do today to improve or maintain your brain health? Sarah Banks, Ph.D., an expert in healthy aging, dementia, and Alzheimer's disease, explores risk factors and offers practical tips for enhancing brain health. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 39387]

Functional Imaging and Recurring Prostate Cancer

May 29, 2024 21:00 - 18 minutes - 17.5 MB

As part of the 2024 Prostate Cancer Patient Conference, Dr. Thomas Hope presents information on PSMA-PET and discusses imaging in the evaluation of biochemical recurrence in prostate cancer. Series: "Prostate Cancer Patient Conference" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 39762]

A Conversation with Ina Garten Michelle K. Hanabusa Margot Lee Shetterly and Lynn Sherr - Women in Leadership 2024

May 29, 2024 21:00 - 1 hour - 111 MB

Cookbook author and television host Ina Garten, founder and creative director of UPRISERS and co-founder of Hate Is A Virus Michelle K. Hanabusa, and author of ”Hidden Figures" Margot Lee Shetterly sit down with Lynn Sherr for a wide-ranging discussion of women and society, personal journeys and hopes for the future. Series: "Education Channel" [Public Affairs] [Humanities] [Show ID: 39279]

Advances in Pediatric Gene Therapy for Neuromuscular Disorders

May 29, 2024 21:00 - 39 minutes - 36.7 MB

As part of the 2024 Developmental Disabilities Conference, Dr. Peter Kang, Professor of Genetics at the University of Minnesota, presents a detailed summary of recent advances in gene therapy for children with neuromuscular disorders, specifically Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy, and Pompe Disease. He uses case studies to demonstrate diagnostic dilemmas, intricacies of developing and delivering treatment, and the importance of shared decision making about therapies with f...

Trauma-Focused Therapy for People with Developmental Disabilities

May 28, 2024 21:00 - 44 minutes - 41 MB

As part of the 2024 Developmental Disabilities Conference, community mental health counselor Brian Tallant provides a compelling rationale for why youth and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities would benefit from trauma focused therapy. He discusses in detail methods for adapting cognitive behavioral therapy that is both compassionate and practical. Series: "Developmental Disabilities Update" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 39746]

Communication Rights and Self-Direction for People with Developmental Disabilities

May 28, 2024 21:00 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MB

As part of the 2024 Developmental Disabilities Conference, Tim Jin, disability rights advocate, presents the Shriver Lecture on how people who use augmentative and alternative communication methods can live independently and direct their own lives. Jin says communication is the key to self direction. Series: "Developmental Disabilities Update" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 39745]

Providing Neuroinclusive Primary Care Across the Lifespan

May 28, 2024 21:00 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MB

As part of the 2024 Developmental Disabilities Conference, Dr. Mel Houser, founder of All Brains Belong VT, a comprehensive clinic with a mission to provide inclusive care, discusses her innovative model of primary care that integrates medical care with social connection, employment support and community education; and introduces key concepts such as universal design and community village. Series: "Developmental Disabilities Update" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 39744]

CWC Global: Polite Society

May 27, 2024 21:00 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MB

Kashif Shaikh, co-founder and president of Pillars Fund, joins moderator Mona Damluji (Film and Media Studies, UCSB) for a discussion of the film Polite Society. Shaikh discusses working closely with director Nida Manzoor and themes of sisterhood, class hierarchy, and patriarchal power in the film. Together, they also discuss ways of subverting cliches and stereotypes in South Asian and Muslim representation onscreen and share perspectives on authenticity and a new generation of filmmakers. S...

Caring for Children Youth and Adults with Cerebral Palsy

May 27, 2024 21:00 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MB

As part of the 2024 Developmental Disabilities Conference, Dr. Garey Noritz, Chair of the American Academy of Pediatrics Council on Children with Disabilities, provides a detailed overview of approaches to the primary care of children, youth and young adults with cerebral palsy. He introduces the GMFC (Gross Motor Functional Classification) as a way for pediatricians to anticipate physical needs and discusses the importance of care coordination in the primary medical home to assure equitable ...

Advanced Prostate Cancer: Optimizing Bone Health

May 25, 2024 21:00 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MB

As part of the 2024 Prostate Cancer Patient Conference, Dr. Terence Friedlander discusses bone health in advanced prostate cancer. He reviews normal bone health and how it is affected by prostate cancer, defines important terms, and shares recommendations for optimizing bone health in prostate cancer. Series: "Prostate Cancer Patient Conference" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 39771]

La Jolla Music Society's SummerFest: F. Mendelssohn: String Quartet in E-flat Major

May 25, 2024 21:00 - 21 minutes - 19.1 MB

As part of the La Jolla Music Society's SummerFest 2023 series enjoy F. Mendelssohn: String Quartet in E-flat Major performed by Augustin Hadelich and Andrew Wan on violin, Matthew Lipman on viola, and Julie Albers on cello. For La Jolla Music Society at The Conrad Todd R. Schultz, President & CEO Leah Z. Rosenthal, Artistic Director Inon Barnatan, SummerFest Music Director Produced and directed by Tristan Cook Festival Founding Sponsors Brenda Baker and Steve Baum Synergy Initiative Pro...

Daily Changes in Skin Temperature Finding Risk Factors in the Data

May 23, 2024 21:00 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MB

Benjamin Smarr Ph.D. discusses wearable tech in health research, stressing community engagement in data sharing. He explores sensors tracking temperature, heart rate, and more, noting the importance of naps for health. Smarr addresses reliability, access, and the link between sleep and conditions like dementia. Series: "Stein Institute for Research on Aging" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 39853]

Safeguards for Government Uses of AI

May 23, 2024 21:00 - 56 minutes - 51.5 MB

What role should AI play in the functioning of governmental processes? In this program, Michael Karanicolas, Executive Director of the UCLA Institute for Technology, Law & Policy, discusses the need for safeguards and guidance in using AI across the administrative state. It provides a straightforward and accurate assessment formula for agencies to assess whether or not algorithmic tools are appropriate for a particular process and, if so, what safeguards and strategies for oversight, public c...

Focal Therapy for Prostate Cancer

May 22, 2024 21:00 - 14 minutes - 13.5 MB

As part of the 2024 Prostate Cancer Patient Conference, Dr. Hao Nguyen discusses focal therapy as a choice of therapy in patients with low and intermediate risk prostate cancer at high risk for progression. Series: "Prostate Cancer Patient Conference" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 39760]

CWC Docs: Stonebreakers

May 22, 2024 21:00 - 37 minutes - 33.7 MB

Filmmakers Valerio Ciriaci and Isaak Liptzin join UC Santa Barbara moderator Stephanie Malia Hom to discuss their film, Stonebreakers. They detail the origins of the project and their interest in monuments as a trigger for political action and historical discourse. They also discuss their experiences filming protests and broader political action against police brutality and systemic racism, and share perspectives on documentary film’s delicate tension between history and memory. Series: "Cars...