T.J. Raphael appears in the following:
When The White House Burned
Wednesday, August 27, 2014
About 200 years ago, British troops burned the White House in the midst of the War of 1812. Here, a British author commemorates the event—and its aftermath.
How to Be a Well-Mannered Tennis Fan
Wednesday, August 27, 2014
The U.S. Open has a reputation of drawing noisier crowds, and while some players say a boisterous audience is energizing, not all athletes are equally appreciative of the extra decibels.
Race and Friendship: The Role of Segregation
Tuesday, August 26, 2014
A recent survey finds that 75 percent of white Americans have no non-white friends. We look at the role historically segregated housing plays.
Is There Such a Thing As a Just War?
Tuesday, August 26, 2014
Last week, Pope Francis entered into a conversation about war and confronting evil. When he was asked about ISIS, Francis said that the militant group must be stopped.
Russia And Ukraine Meet For Peace Talks
Tuesday, August 26, 2014
Today, peace talks are underway in Minsk between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Petro O. Poroshenko. More than 2,000 people have died in the conflict so far.
The U.S. & ISIS: New Questions Over Doing Deals With Dictators
Tuesday, August 26, 2014
Do we know who our friends are? Though the U.S. once considered bombing Syria, some say that aligning with President Bashar Al-Assad, who has been fighting ISIS, is a necessary evil.
Investigation Reveals Dark Side to Nursing Homes
Tuesday, August 26, 2014
A new investigation from Takeaway partner The New York Times finds that nursing homes frequently manipulate the Medicare ratings system to guarantee a five star rating.
Hollywood's Favorite Bro Shares His Fantasy Football Tips
Tuesday, August 26, 2014
Take a knee, news junkies—it's fantasy football season. Don't worry if you know jack about the game. Mark Duplass of "The League" stopped by to share his fantasy football tips.
In Ukraine, Russia Presents New Challenge
Monday, August 25, 2014
The United States cannot examine the Ukrainian conflict through the same prism it's viewed wars in the Middle East. It may be time for the United States to take a more decisive stance.
Earthquake Rocks California Wine Country
Monday, August 25, 2014
While centered in Napa, a 6.0 earthquake rocked the region over the weekend—it was the largest earthquake to hit the San Francisco area in 25 years. More than 100 people were injured.
Hope Running Out for Immigration Reform
Monday, August 25, 2014
Univision's Fernando Pizarro and KJZZ Reporter Kate Sheehy discuss ongoing deportations to Central America and the business community's influence on executive immigration reforms.
ISIS & America's Need to Step Up
Monday, August 25, 2014
The longest continuously-serving American official in Iraq reflects on the country’s tumultuous future.
‘House of Cards’ Vs. ‘VEEP’: What Washington Insiders Really Think
Monday, August 25, 2014
Television loves Washington, and apparently so do viewers. We asked some inside-the-Beltway experts how 'VEEP' and 'House of Cards' stack up.
The Takeaway Weekender: Family, Film, and The Beatles
Saturday, August 23, 2014
Welcome to The Takeaway Weekender!
China's Ethnic Uighurs Stir Up Tension
Friday, August 22, 2014
The Takeaway considers some of the reasons for the recent violence in China's Xinjiang Province.
News Quiz | Week of Aug. 22, 2014
Friday, August 22, 2014
Are you a newsie? Be smarter than your pals. Prep your dinner party factoids. Gauge your knowledge about what happened this week, as heard on The Takeaway.
War Against Ebola Rages On in Liberia
Friday, August 22, 2014
When it comes to the war being waged against Ebola, women are on the front lines. According to the Liberian Ministry of Health, 75 percent of Ebola victims in Liberia are women.
'Mad Men's' Matthew Weiner on His New Film
Friday, August 22, 2014
Award-winning director Matthew Weiner discusses his new feature film “Are You Here," the success of "Mad Men," and the future of television.
Alaska Sees Possibility of First Native Governor
Friday, August 22, 2014
Alaskan gubernatorial candidate Byron Mallott could become the state's first Native American governor, and only the second in the country's history.
When Does the U.S. Negotiate with Terrorists?
Friday, August 22, 2014
The public often hears the refrain, "The United States of America does not negotiate with terrorists.” But is it really true that the U.S. makes no concessions to hostage-takers?