John Asante appears in the following:
The Power Struggle in The White House
Friday, April 14, 2017
As the Trump Administration inches towards its first 100 days, we explore the power struggle between two of the president's closest advisors: Jared Kushner and Stephen Bannon.
Festival Preview: Your Guide to Coachella
Friday, April 14, 2017
Takeaway Culture Reporter Melissa Locker shares music from the artists she's excited to see at Coachella, including Toots and the Maytals, Hans Zimmer, Kendrick Lamar, and Mitski.
Japan Braces for Next North Korean Missile Test
Thursday, April 13, 2017
Tensions are on the rise in East Asia as countries in the region carefully watch North Korea's next move.
Desperate Chaos Engulfs South Sudan
Wednesday, April 12, 2017
In February, the U.N. declared two counties in South Sudan to be in famine. Now, as fighting and ethnic killings increase, five more counties are also about to descend into catastrophe.
Kansas Congressional Race Sees Influx of Big Money
Tuesday, April 11, 2017
A special election to replace former Representative Mike Pompeo — the current director of the CIA — could be more competitive than in years past.
Sheriff Calls For Arrest of Sanctuary City Leaders
Thursday, April 06, 2017
Not everyone in the blue state of Massachusetts is against President Trump’s policies. Bristol County Sheriff Thomas Hodgson is calling for the arrest of sanctuary city leaders.
Advertisers Turn on O’Reilly as New Sexual Harassment Allegations Surface
Wednesday, April 05, 2017
Five women have made sexual harassment allegations against Bill O’Reilly. Now, at least 21 companies have pulled ads from his Fox News show.
Confronting Power, Privilege, and Race in St. Louis
Tuesday, April 04, 2017
In the latest installment of the series "Uncomfortable Truths," The Takeaway heads to St. Louis for a conversation about racial issues, class, power, and poverty.
South Carolina Wins First NCAA Women's Basketball Title
Monday, April 03, 2017
After Mississippi State upset UConn in the Final Four, South Carolina halted their momentum in the NCAA Women's Basketball championship game, winning 67-55.
Explore the Evolution of Cuban Protest Music
Friday, March 31, 2017
Takeaway Culture Reporter Melissa Locker returns from her trip to Cuba, and shares some protest music from the island nation through the decades.
The Russian Deal That Gave America The Last Frontier
Thursday, March 30, 2017
On March 30, 1867, the Russian Empire sold Alaska to the United States for $7.2 million. It would be another 92 years before we would start calling Alaska a state.
Should NCAA Student-Athletes Strike During the Final Four?
Wednesday, March 29, 2017
Sports editor Dave Zirin argues that the NCAA is exploiting student-athletes, and that players should strike during the Final Four in order to change how they're treated.
Montana Bill Targeting Islam Could Harm Native American Tribes
Tuesday, March 28, 2017
Montana has passed a bill on foreign law that critics say is rooted in xenophobia and a fear of Islam. If adopted, Native tribes worry the law could infringe on tribal sovereignty.
Using Conversation to Tackle Civil Rights and Native Issues in Alaska
Monday, March 27, 2017
Alaska Public Media's monthly dialogue series brought the Anchorage community together to talk about a range of topics, like the civil rights movement and Native issues.
Spring Cleaning: Update Your Queue With These Podcasts
Friday, March 24, 2017
Now that spring is here, you may find yourself in the park or on the beach with some earbuds in your ears. Here's a short list of what you should be listening to.
Investigation Finds Greece Wasted Millions in Funds for Refugee Crisis
Thursday, March 23, 2017
A new investigation has uncovered how Greece wasted some $803 million in aid for the refugee crisis.
Supreme Court Takes on Reasonable Force Case
Wednesday, March 22, 2017
The Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in the County of Los Angeles v. Mendez, testing whether police can be held liable when they needlessly provoke a violent confrontation.
The Case For and Against Trump's Supreme Court Nominee
Tuesday, March 21, 2017
Supreme Court Justice Nominee Neil Gorsuch's confirmation hearing continues today. Here's why some say he should be confirmed, and why others believe his nomination should be blocked.
Tackling Race and Identity In Minneapolis
Monday, March 20, 2017
Two friends in Minneapolis discuss how their racial and sexual orientation identities are shaped by who they interact with everyday.
The Buzzworthy British TV Shows You Should Be Watching
Friday, March 17, 2017
Streaming platforms like Amazon, Netflix, and Hulu are helping to make British television programs popular again in the United States. Here are a few you should check out.