Shanta Covington appears in the following:
The Clear Takeaway from the January 6th Committee
Tuesday, December 20, 2022
On Monday, the January 6th committee referred former president Donald Trump to the Justice Department for criminal prosecution on four charges.
Takeaway Book Club: Fight Like Hell
Tuesday, December 20, 2022
Our Takeaway Book Club selection for Tuesday is "Fight Like Hell: The Untold History of American Labor."
Dragphobia is on the Rise
Monday, December 12, 2022
In the United States, there have been over 120 attacks on drag events in 2022 alone.
Top 10 Science Breakthroughs of 2022
Friday, December 09, 2022
What are the top scientific breakthroughs of 2022?
Comedian Atsuko Okatsuka on Her New HBO Special
Friday, December 09, 2022
If you haven't heard about Comedian Atsuko Okatsuka, get ready!
The Takeaway's Thursday "Look Back At It"
Thursday, December 08, 2022
We're updating you on several stories we’ve covered recently including the recent release of WNBA star Brittney Griner and TIME's person of the year.
Reverend Al Sharpton is "Loudmouth"
Wednesday, December 07, 2022
The new documentary, "Loudmouth," highlights the career and activism of Sharpton. We hear from the Reverend and the filmmaker.
SCOTUS Hears Oral Arguments in 303 Creative LLC vs. Elenis
Tuesday, December 06, 2022
SCOTUS is deciding whether or not Colorado's anti-discrimination laws violate a website designer’s free speech rights.
Gugu Mbatha-Raw On Subverting Conventions
Tuesday, December 06, 2022
Gugu Mbatha-Raw is both the star and an executive producer of the Apple TV+ series, "Surface," which was just picked up for a second season.
NC Power Substation Attacks Leave Many in the Cold
Monday, December 05, 2022
More than 40,000 residents of Moore County, North Carolina are without power after an intentional attack on local power stations on Saturday evening.
A New Film Celebrates the Life & Legacy of Sidney Poitier
Friday, December 02, 2022
A new documentary feature film SIDNEY looks at the phenomenal career of actor and filmmaker Sidney Poitier
Congresswoman-elect Sydney Kamlager on New Beginnings
Friday, December 02, 2022
Congresswoman-Elect Sydney Kamlager joins us to discuss her win for the 37th Congressional District seat in California.
Florida's Trans Care Ban is Rooted in Disinformation
Wednesday, November 30, 2022
Scientific evidence supports gender-affirming healthcare for transgender youth, but disinformation about it has real consequences.
Misty Copeland Talks About "The Wind at My Back"
Monday, November 28, 2022
Her new book shares the story of meeting her mentor, Raven Wilkinson who paved the way for other African American ballerinas.
The Takeaway calls Butterball to the Rescue
Thursday, November 24, 2022
Got turkey cooking problems? The Takeaway went to the experts to answer some common cooking questions.
Update on Abortion Care in Texas
Tuesday, November 22, 2022
Dr. Ghazaleh Moayedi's OBGYN and abortion care practice was upended after the Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe versus Wade led to a near total ban on abortion in Texas.
Farai Chideya on the Aftermath of the 2022 Midterms
Friday, November 18, 2022
We hear about wins by Wes Moore as the first Black Governor of Maryland, and Maxwell Alejandro Frost of Florida—who is just 25 years old—who was elected to the House.
McCallum writes about the pandemic's impact on labor rights in his new book
Thursday, November 17, 2022
Jamie McCallum unpacks the pandemic’s impact on labor rights in his new book: Essential: How the Pandemic Transformed the Long Fight for Worker Justice.
Georgia Heads to a Runoff...Again
Wednesday, November 16, 2022
The Midterms aren't over yet. Once again, Georgia is headed to a runoff Senate election on December 6th.
Tyler Alvarez plays the character Carlos in "Blockbuster."
Thursday, November 10, 2022
The New Netflix series “Blockbuster” premiered on November 3rd. Cast Member Tyler Alvarez joins us to discuss the new series, its tribute to Blockbuster, and his acting career.
