John Asante appears in the following:
Black Artist Tries to Bridge Racial Divides With KKK Members
Tuesday, February 21, 2017
In a new documentary, musician, author, and artist Daryl Davis talks about his experience as a black man seeking out members of the KKK to challenge their prejudices.
Movie Music at The Oscars: Predictions for Best Original Score
Friday, February 17, 2017
The Academy Awards are just days away, and though there is a sea of strong contenders, one culture critic argues that a musical is bound to win Best Original Score at the Oscars.
Song Recordings Reveal Life Of Holocaust Survivor
Thursday, February 16, 2017
The University of Akron acquired recordings of a Holocaust survivor in a camp in Henonville, France. They contained traditional songs sung in Yiddish and German.
Oroville Dam Draws Attention To Crucial Infrastructure Issues
Tuesday, February 14, 2017
Officials warn that the nation’s tallest dam is at risk of breaking and sending a 30-foot wall of water into communities along the Feather River Basin.
UConn Women's Basketball Pursues 100 Straight Wins
Monday, February 13, 2017
The UConn Huskies play sixth-ranked South Carolina tonight in pursuit of a 100-game win streak.
What To Expect At The 2017 Grammy Awards
Friday, February 10, 2017
Takeaway culture reporter Melissa Locker previews the 2017 Grammy Awards, from the big nominations and dark horses, to expected performances and remembrances.
Seattle Severs Ties With Wells Fargo Over Dakota Access Pipeline
Thursday, February 09, 2017
As the Army approves the final permit for the Dakota Access Pipeline, Seattle City Council voted to cut ties with Wells Fargo over its role as a lender to the project.
New FCC Chairman Rolls Back Net Neutrality Rules
Wednesday, February 08, 2017
New chairman Ajit Pai, an FCC appointee from the Obama administration, has embarked on a series of measures to water down net neutrality rules that protect consumers.
Romanians Protest Anti-Corruption Decree
Tuesday, February 07, 2017
Despite the repeal of a corruption decree, nearly 500,000 Romanians took to the streets over the weekend, demanding the newly elected government step down.
Turn It Up To Eleven With These Music Documentaries
Friday, February 03, 2017
Culture reporter Melissa Locker reviews music documentaries about the evolution of punk rock, heavy metal, iconic festivals and the birth of hip-hop.
Defense Secretary Mattis Visits Asia
Thursday, February 02, 2017
Defense Secretary Jim Mattis visits Japan and South Korea this week, his first trip abroad. He will attempt to reassure allies and address North Korea's long range missile aspirations.
Trump's Veteran Affairs Nominee Is An Unconventional Pick
Wednesday, February 01, 2017
On Wednesday, the Senate Committee on Veterans Affairs holds a hearing for VA secretary pick David Shulkin, a non-veteran and hold-over from the Obama administration.
How To Handle The "Privacy Paradox"
Tuesday, January 31, 2017
Note to Self's new series unpacks one of the greatest dilemmas in our wired-up world: how to stay connected without feeling intruded upon by our services and software.
Protest Music for the Trump Era
Friday, January 27, 2017
Takeaway Culture Reporter Melissa Locker discusses protest songs in the Trump era, from artists like Angel Olsen, R.E.M., Sam Cooke, and more.
New Prosperity and Old Problems: Native Americans in Oklahoma
Thursday, January 26, 2017
With new prosperity and the second largest population of Native Americans in the country, tribes in Oklahoma are shifting power dynamics, despite persistent inequalities.
Oklahoma Lawmakers Grapple With Budget Shortfall
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
Oklahoma is facing a $900 million budget shortfall, creating problems for everything from infrastructure to mental health spending.
How Trump's EPA Nominee Could Impact Environmental Policies
Tuesday, January 24, 2017
Former Oklahoma Attorney General Scott Pruitt has sued the EPA multiple times, and worked closely with the fossil fuel industry.
A New Era for Gambia?
Monday, January 23, 2017
After 22 years in power, Gambian President Yahya Jammeh fled into exile over the weekend after finally admitting defeat by challenger Adama Barrow. Will real change come to the country?
Trump Tells Historic Inaugural Parade Announcer to Stay Home
Friday, January 20, 2017
For 67 years, Charlie Brotman has delivered the announcement for 11 presidents, beginning with Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1957 through President Obama in 2013.
Supreme Court Hears Arguments on 9/11 Civil Rights Case
Wednesday, January 18, 2017
The Supreme Court hears oral arguments on a civil rights lawsuit filed in 2002 on behalf of Muslim, South Asian, and Arab citizens swept up by the FBI 9/11 investigations.