News & Politics Podcasts
Join veteran Black journalists Mara Schiavocampo, Wesley Lowery and Keith Reed for their unvarnished take on politics, social justice, current events and pop culture, as they seek to provide true perspective on race, news and more. These are the conversations you won’t hear in the mainstream news – but should.
In Defense of Whitney Houston
Mara, Wesley and Keith are joined by Gerrick Kennedy, former Entertainment Reporter for the LA Times, cultural critic and author of the new book “Didn’t We Almost Have It All, In Defense of Whitney Houston”. Plus, our debate on the Super Bowl halftime show.
Haiti in Crisis
Miami Herald Caribbean Correspondent Jacqueline Charles joins Mara, Wesley and Keith to break down the crisis in Haiti, and how thousands of migrants ended up at the US border. Plus, Wes’ on his big GQ interview with Will Smith.
A Coup in Slow Motion?
CNN Anchor Abby D. Phillip joins Wesley and Keith to discuss what’s being called one of the worst assaults on American democracy in decades. Are we witnessing the end of free and fair elections? Follow us on Instagram and Twitter: @runtellthis_ @Marascampo @WesleyLowery @K_Dot_Re See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Exploring Queer Black Manhood
Brian Broome’s debut book has been described by critics as “a gift”. Broome joins Mara and Keith to share why he felt compelled to share his story of growing up Black and gay in Ohio, and what his memoir reveals about the intersection of race and masculinity.
Drug abuse for Grown Ups
This week Keith and Wes are joined by Dr. Carl Hart to discuss his latest book, Drug Use for Grown-Ups: Chasing Liberty in the land of fear. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter: @runtellthis_ @Marascampo @WesleyLowery @K_Dot_Re See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Summary
Join veteran Black journalists Mara Schiavocampo, Wesley Lowery and Keith Reed for their unvarnished take on politics, social justice, current events and pop culture, as they seek to provide true perspective on race, news and more. These are the conversations you won’t hear in the mainstream news – but should.
In Defense of Whitney Houston
Mara, Wesley and Keith are joined by Gerrick Kennedy, former Entertainment Reporter for the LA Times, cultural critic and author of the new book “Didn’t We Almost Have It All, In Defense of Whitney Houston”. Plus, our debate on the Super Bowl halftime show. Was it the greatest performance ever…or the NFL’s attempt to appease black fans (or both)?
