Holy Week: The story of a revolution undone.
The assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on April 4, 1968, is often recounted as a conclusion to a powerful era of civil rights in America, but how did this hero’s murder come to be the stitching used to tie together a narrative of victory? The week that followed his killing was one of the most fiery, disru ... Show More
May 2023
How to Talk to People: The Infrastructure of Community
Coffee shops, churches, libraries, and concert venues are all shared spaces where mingling can take place. Yet the hustle and bustle of modern social life can pose challenges to relationship-building—even in spaces designed for exactly that. In this episode of How to Talk to Peop ... Show More
40m 39s
Jul 2020
The Life and Legacy of John Lewis
<p><em>This episode includes disturbing language including racial slurs.</em></p><p>Representative John Lewis, a stalwart of the civil rights era, died on Friday. We take a look at his life, lessons and legacy. </p><p>Guest: Brent Staples, a member of the Times editorial board.</ ... Show More
38m 8s
Feb 2023
Mark Whitaker on 'Saying It Loud: 1966—The Year Black Power Challenged the Civil Rights Movement'
Larry is joined by author, journalist, and media executive Mark Whitaker to discuss his newest book, 'Saying It Loud: 1966—The Year Black Power Challenged the Civil Rights Movement'. They begin their conversation by talking about why Mark decided to write the book and break down ... Show More
1h 7m