Black America is an in-depth conversation that explores what it means to be Black in America. The show profiles Black activists, academics, business leaders, sports figures, elected officials, artists and writers to gauge this experience in a time of both turbulence and breakthroughs.
Each week, comedians Michael Hing and Ben Jenkins invite their guest to trawl through the classifieds with them, and mostly just make fun of the ridiculous things on offer.
Each week, we cover your favorite dark and creepy stories, and pick apart the weird science and history behind them. True Crime/Science/History/Comedy Podcast. Hosted by Kimberly Baker, Lila Dunk, and Allyson Nemec.
Chuck Todd at his best – unscripted, informed and focused on what really matters in the 2020 presidential race. Join Chuck each Wednesday as he talks with top reporters from the nation’s capital, plus exclusive sit-down interviews and on-the-ground dispatches from across the campaign trail.
The Inclusion Works podcast explores the secrets of building inclusive culture at work and in the community. We’ll be joined by leaders, experts and activists all working to bring fresh thinking to the inclusion debate. We’ll be asking those all-important questions to find out more about them, their work and how they make inclusion work. If you’re interested in driving change, accelerating diversity or simply finding ways to be more inclusive every day, then join us for Inclusion Works. Beca ...
The LGBTQ experience is more than just a rainbow flag, it’s a movement. The PRIDE podcast hosted by Levi Chambers celebrates every person under the queer umbrella with skillful journalism and engaging interviews. Ever wondered about the queer pirates who of the Caribbean? How about the origins of the expression "coming out" or the queer history of the United States? Join us as we provide a platform to LGBTQ people with stories to tell — stories about sexuality, gender, love, laughter or anyt ...
No Out There - Out There! is a talkshow about HOW TO live life from a particular point of view, a perspective, a philosophy which says let me stop blaming others for what is showing up in my life. Let me acknowledge I AM the source, cause and remedy. It is not something outside of my control. The place to look is inside to see what requires altering or what perspective requires changing. Featuring interviews with high profile teachers, author and spiritual leaders. Also get answer your quest ...
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Texas fallout & Puerto Rico statehood: Gov. Pierluisi, with Leigh Ann Caldwell and Abby Livingston
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Gov. Pedro Pierluisi explains why the time has come for statehood for Puerto Rico. NBC News Capitol Hill correspondent Leigh Ann Caldwell and Washington Bureau Chief for the Texas Tribune, Abby Livingston, discuss Covid relief and Texas recovery.By NBC News
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45. Why we need to assess psychological safety through the eyes of women of color with Ruchika Tulshyan
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In this episode, we speak to author, journalist and Founder/CEO of the consultancy Candour, Ruchika Tulshyan, about why focusing on women of color’s experiences at work will help us create a more equitable, inclusive workplace for all. Ruchika is working on a second book that explores everyday habits of inclusion, and her research for the book unco…
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Shame and politics: "The Argentine Firecracker" and the Chairman
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Chuck checks in from the set of Meet the Press and Carrie Dann looks past Cancun to tell the story of Fanne Fox, a dancer who became involved with Congressman Wilbur Mills, Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee.By NBC News
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Ep. 131: How to Train a Guide Dog with Michelle Brasier and Greg Larsen
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Ben's away this week. So Hing is joined by Michelle Brasier and Greg Larsen via THE INTERNET to chat about how to get rid dog remains, an Australian fight club, a cat who wants a clown, and a brand new MICHELLE BRASIER MYSTERY. Greg, Michelle and Hing are all performing at the Melbourne Comedy Festival in March, go check them out! See omnystudio.co…
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44. The Secrets to Creating & Sustaining Systemic Change with Allison Avery
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In this episode, we speak to Allison Avery, the Vice President of Inclusion and Community at Dow Jones, about how to create and sustain impact in DEI. Allison tells us that DEI practitioners need to borrow change management techniques and process improvement models like Six Sigma and Lean to create effective DEI strategy, programming and outcomes. …
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The Biden agenda: Eli Stokols & Shannon Pettypiece, Plus Mike Isaac and Elizabeth Dwokin
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Shannon Pettypiece Senior White House Reporter for NBC News Digital and Eli Stokols White House reporter for the LA Times join Chuck to talk about how Republicans are reckoning with Biden's Washington. Plus, Facebook and Australia have come to an agreement to allow news links to be shared on the social media platform after Australia tried to give n…
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135 candidates: What happened the last time California recalled a governor
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As the recall campaign against California Governor Gavin Newsom takes a step closer, Carrie Dann looks at what happened in 2003 when a recall election replaced Gray Davis with Arnold Schwarzenegger.By NBC News
Deborah Willis joins us to discuss her latest work, "The Black Civil War Soldier", in which she retells the stories of soldiers. Hank Willis Thomas also joins us to capture us with his works of art.
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The Republican Civil War & the Man With a Plan: Evan McMullin, Annie Karni and Jake Sherman
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"I already have a family and a religion and so I've never looked at my political party to replace either," 2016 presidential candidate Evan McMullin says. He tells Chuck Todd about his explorations into a new faction of the GOP ... and possibly a third party. NYT's Annie Karni and Punchbowl's Jake Sherman join to discuss President Biden's To-Do lis…
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One way the Trump's presidency was predictable? His polls never changed much
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With the first approval ratings for the Biden presidency starting to come together, Carrie Dann looks back at how past support for past administrations changed over time.By NBC News
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Ep. 130 - Waiting For Dildo with Dave Woodhead
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Triple J's Dave Woodhead joins us for a VERY rude episode of FTAGH. Dildos, bongs, a dildo that is a bong -- things of that nature. Disgusting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Michael Hing & Ben Jenkins
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The issue is trust: Bruce Mehlman, plus Kiersten Todt on cybersecurity
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Chuck talks with Bruce Mehlman about his latest analysis on trends in populism and GOP priorities. Mehlman is a Republican adviser and founding partner at Mehlman, Castagnetti, Rosen and Thomas. Plus, Kiersten Todt, managing director at the Cyber Readiness Institute, discusses a hack that could have poisoned municipal water in Florida. To read Bruc…
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Poll shows Republicans divide evenly over support for Trump
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Carrie Dann looks back over polling since 2019 to see how Republican voters view President Trump, and where those splits differ from elected Republicans.By NBC News
Rebecca Carroll talks with us about her latest book, "Surviving the White Gaze: A Memoir" that walks us through her struggle with race and identity as she navigates life in a white world.
Anna Palmer, co-founder of Punchbowl News and Sahil Kapur, national political reporter for NBC News join Chuck to talk about the future of the Republican Party. Plus, Jeff Bezos is stepping down as the CEO of Amazon after 27 years. NBC News Senior Media Correspondent Dylan Byers shares the latest.By NBC News
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43. How brands need to rethink multicultural marketing with Carol Frazer Haynesworth
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In this episode we speak to Carol Frazer Haynesworth, a marketing powerhouse and the Head of Equity and Inclusion at the creative agency Carmichael Lynch, about why it’s time to rethink multicultural marketing and how brands can really add value and connect with the communities they serve on an individual level. Carol also shares her views on why d…
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Why a presidential censure would be more historic than you think
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Carrie Dann looks at the story of the one and only presidential censure, a rebuke of President Andrew Jackson which was quickly removed by Jackson's supporters.By NBC News
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The filibuster and the GOP: Kasie Hunt, Nathan Gonzales and Adam Jentleson
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NBC News Capitol Hill Correspondent Kasie Hunt and Nathan Gonzales, Editor & Publisher of Inside Elections, join Chuck to talk about the future of the Republican Party. Plus, Adam Jentleson, author of "Kill Switch: The Rise of the Modern Senate and the Crippling of American Democracy" talks about the history of the filibuster and why it might be re…
Danell Leyva has become accustomed to being judged by people. He’s a professional gymnast who has waited in front of large crowds waiting for the numbers to be called assessing his performance. He has literally dealt with judges his entire life. But facing the judgement of coming out is a different story. He stood in the spotlight of being an out p…
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42. Why you shouldn’t ask people to bring their whole selves to work with Netta Jenkins
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In this episode we dive into the lived experiences of professionals of color with Netta Jenkins, co-founder of Dipper and VP of Global Inclusion for Unqork. Netta shares a nuanced view that as organizations we shouldn’t be telling people to bring their whole selves to work — that’s something that happens naturally when you have a great culture wher…
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Filibuster Fight: The Senate rule that keeps changing over time
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Carrie Dann looks at how the filibuster has evolved, from an unwritten rule to a blocking tactic that has been used at historically high rates.By NBC News
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Ep 129 - The Bumpus Levels In This Room with Hum
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Hum joins Hing and Ben and we talk about a very specific artistic brief, the wash up from the Hottest 100, and spend what many may describe as "an unentertaining amount of time" trying to remember all ten commandments. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Michael Hing & Ben Jenkins
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Black Futures with Jenna Wortham and Kimberly Drew
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Editors, Jenna Wortham and Kimberly Drew created an anthology consisting of art, recipes and moments captured in black culture and history and presented to us,"Black Futures".
Polyamory is defined as being open to intimate relationships with more than one person. Polyamorous people are usually looking to share a romantic or sexual connection with more than one person. For Ian Jenkins, his day-to-day worries had less to do with whether his family or peers would accept his two partners. He was proud to be in a same sex thr…
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"No power but what voters give you:" Joshua Johnson, Michael Kruse and Marc Ambinder
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Michael Kruse, senior staff writer at Politico, and Joshua Johnson, host of “The Week with Joshua Johnson” on MSNBC, join Chuck to talk about former President Trump's exit from Washington. Plus, national security reporter Marc Ambinder looks at how the Biden presidency will react to the insurgent attack on the Capitol.…
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President Biden's full inaugural address: 'Democracy has prevailed'
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President Joe Biden delivers his inaugural address after being sworn in as the 46th president.By NBC News
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41. How to keep DEI front of mind for busy employees with Kathleen Navarro
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New York Life is one of the oldest companies in America and yet is known for its strong culture of inclusion. In this episode, Kathleen Navarro, New York Life’s Chief Diversity Officer, gives us a behind-the-scenes look at how they’ve done it. Some highlights: why embedding DEI in everything you do rather than making it a separate program will help…
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First Ladies: How falling spousal approval ratings reveal partisanship
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In the latest NBC News poll, Jill Biden's favorability falls as partisanship rises. Carrie Dann reports.By NBC News
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Ep 128 - One or Two of Booby Doo with Cam James
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Cam James joins us in Hing's parent's lounge room to talk aggressive bakery owners, perfectly normal pickle juice consumption, and pornographic Garfield art. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Michael Hing & Ben Jenkins
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McConnell's calculus: Paul Kane & Carrie Dann on the next steps, plus Chuck looks to the Biden administration
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Washington Post Senior Congressional correspondent Paul Kane joins Carrie Dann to talk about the politics of impeachment. Chuck and Carrie discuss the Biden team's plans for the first six months.By NBC News
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President Trump's second impeachment goes forward
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Chuck shares a quick note about the House's second impeachment of President Trump.By NBC News
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One precedent Trump is (kind of) upholding? Skipping the inauguration of his successor
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Carrie Dann looks back in time to see why some previous presidents skipped the inaugurations of their successors.By NBC News
By now, most people understand or at least are aware of the trials and tribulations the transgender community experiences every day. You may have a close friend or even a relative who is trans. Or maybe there’s a celebrity you adore, who identifies as trans. Perhaps, you’re part of the trans or gender-non-conforming community yourself. But what som…
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40. Why Seeing & Valuing Difference is Key To Progress with Michelle King
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In this episode we speak to Michelle King, author of the book The Fix and former Director of Inclusion at Netflix, about why we need to value difference and focus on the lived experience of every person in an organization to really move the dial on diversity, equity and inclusion. You’ll hear Michelle talk through her model, the 4 Ps of equality, a…
Salamishah Tillet releases her new book, "In Search of the Color Purple: The Story of An American Masterpiece", where she takes a deeper look into Alice Walker's classic "The Color Purple".
It’s no surprise that social media has become a popular topic to discuss in daily conversations. From the newest Tik Tok trend to that funny video forwarded to you during lunch, it occupies a large chunk of our everyday lives. I never look forward to the notification my phone gets at the end of the week on my daily screentime, and I bet you don’t e…
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The aftermath: Dan Balz, Amy Walter and Eddie Glaude, Jr.
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Dan Balz, Washington Post Chief Correspondent, Amy Walter, National Editor for the Cook Political Report, and Eddie Glaude, Jr. Princeton professor, talk to Chuck Todd about the attack on the Capitol and the president's role in stoking violence.By NBC News
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Georgia results realign Southern politics and Republican party calculus
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Chuck Todd returns with a recap from the Georgia Senate runoffs, which could have wide-reaching impacts on politics and campaigns for years to come.By NBC News
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Georgia Senate runoff costs more than a Da Vinci's worth of TV ads
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Back with a big number for the week, Carrie Dann tracks the historic ad spending underway in the two Georgia Senate runoffs.By NBC News
Most countries that have legal surrogacy specifically exclude queer people and same-sex couples. In fact, there are very few countries that have supportive surrogacy laws that also include same-sex couples. These countries include the United States, which supports commercial surrogacy for gay couples; Canada, which restricts surrogacy only to non-p…
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Where Stars Are Born and Legends Are Made
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After 86 years, The Apollo Theater continues to create platforms for artists and preserve a culture for the next generation.
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Ep 127 - A Christmas Carol with David Harmon
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In this heartwarming retelling of the timeless classic, David Harmon is visited on Christmas Eve by two podcasters who complain about the sound of his air conditioner. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Michael Hing & Ben Jenkins
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In Need of Some Christmas Carol w/ Allison Tate
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In 2015, Carol, directed by Todd Haynes, was released. In 2015, the life of Allison Tate was forever changed. The only thing left to do? Create a Carol Support Group. Be sure to follow Allison on IG! Your host is Levi Chambers, co-founder of Gayety. Follow the show and keep up with the conversation @Pride. Want more great shows from Straw Hut Media…
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If it's December, Congress has a long to-do list: Carl Hulse & Leigh Ann Caldwell
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Carl Hulse, Chief Washington correspondent for the New York Times and Leigh Ann Caldwell, NBC News correspondent covering Congress, join Chuck to talk about negotiations over a Covid relief bill.By NBC News
High school dress codes are notoriously problematic because the students who are targeted most often are girls, LGBTQ+ youth, and students of color. Stories make it to the news semi regularly. A girl sent home for not wearing a bra, a boy sent home for dreadlocks, or a boy wearing nailpolish. When Trevor Wilkinson was sent to the office for coming …