John Asante appears in the following:
Global Community Readies for a Post-U.S. Trade Era
Thursday, March 16, 2017
This week, world leaders from Pacific Rim countries are meeting in Chile to discuss the Trans-Pacific Partnership in a era of post-U.S. trade.
Comedian Todd Barry Searches for Humor Outside the Big City Bubble
Wednesday, March 15, 2017
Comedian Todd Barry is known for his appearances on shows like "Louie" and "Conan," but the subject of his first book chronicles his tour through small cities across the country.
Useful Tips For Your NCAA Tournament Bracket
Wednesday, March 15, 2017
Ahead of the deadline for NCAA bracket picks, we offer tips for filling your NCAA Division I Basketball bracket from a former fixer, and look at bracket alternatives.
Murder Trial Begins For Officer Accused of Killing Autistic Child
Tuesday, March 14, 2017
Body-cam footage from a November 2015 incident shows two black officers in Louisiana shooting a vehicle in a car chase, wounding the driver, and killing his 6-year-old autistic son.
Colin Kaepernick Reverses on National Anthem Protests
Monday, March 13, 2017
Quarterback Colin Kaepernick is facing criticism again for what he'll do during the national anthem — but this time, it's for saying he'll stand.
Gentrification In Pittsburgh: A Tale of Two Cities
Monday, March 13, 2017
Two members of the black community in Pittsburgh — a native and newcomer — discuss their perspectives on gentrification in their city.
A Homebody's Guide to SXSW
Friday, March 10, 2017
Can't make it to Austin? Here's how to get the full South by Southwest festival experience from the comfort of your living room.
Doctor-Patient Dialogue: The Most Important Diagnostic Tool
Thursday, March 09, 2017
What patients say and what doctors hear are often two vastly different things.
WikiLeaks Releases Documents on CIA Hacking Tools
Wednesday, March 08, 2017
On Tuesday, Wikileaks published a series of documents that allegedly reveal secret files about software tools used by the CIA to break into smartphones, computers, and smart TVs.
Marines Investigated For Sharing Nude Photos of Female Service Members
Tuesday, March 07, 2017
The Department of Defense is investigating an undisclosed number of Marines who shared nude photos of female service members in a private Facebook group.
Revisiting Racial Perceptions In West Virginia
Monday, March 06, 2017
"Death Sex & Money" host Anna Sale talks with her high school prom date, a Muslim-American man, about the racial differences in their white West Virginia city.
A Paralyzed Veteran's Path to Hope and Love
Thursday, March 02, 2017
A new documentary tells the story of Sgt. Nick Mendes, who was paralyzed from the neck down by an IED in Afghanistan, and Wendy Eichler, the medical caregiver he fell in love with.
A Musician's Soul-Filled Response to Trump's Immigration Ban
Wednesday, March 01, 2017
Zeshan Bagewadi has breathed new life into to George Perkins' soulful track, "Cryin' in the Streets." Perkins originally wrote the song after the assassination of Martin Luther King, Jr.
'Muthaland': Searching For Identity and Hope While Overcoming Sexual Assault
Tuesday, February 28, 2017
In her one-woman show "Muthaland," Indian-American actor Minita Gandhi talks about finding her voice, and exploring culture, identity, spirituality, and sexual abuse.
The Challenges of Writing About Race in America
Monday, February 27, 2017
American author Jodi Picoult confronts her own understanding of race and racism as a privileged white woman in the United States.
Understanding The NBA's Current Political Moment
Monday, February 27, 2017
Dave Zirin, sports editor for The Nation magazine and host of "The Edge of Sports" podcast, explains why many NBA players and teams are revolting against President Donald Trump.
Music at The Oscars: Predictions For Best Original Song
Friday, February 24, 2017
An analysis of the nominees for Best Original Song, which include tunes from "La La Land," "Trolls," "Jim: The James Foley Story," and "Moana."
Study: Drop in Teen Suicide Rates Linked to Same-Sex Marriage Legalization
Thursday, February 23, 2017
A new study conducted over the course of 17 years finds that laws legalizing same-sex marriage are strongly correlated with a significant drop in teen suicide rates.
The New Sectarianism: Exploring the Evolution of the Shia-Sunni Conflict
Wednesday, February 22, 2017
A new book argues that the Shia-Sunni divide has taken on a new form, and argues that how people practice their faith has become increasingly responsible for division in the Middle East.
Too Little, Too Late? Trump Addresses Wave of Anti-Semitic Threats
Wednesday, February 22, 2017
Following the lead of his daughter, President Trump finally acknowledged that America is seeing a new wave of anti-semitic violence.