Shanta Covington

The Next 100 and GenForward Survey show that Millennials and GenZ-ers feel underrepresented, disconnected from policy making decisions, and lack trust in the government. 

As Cannabis becomes legal and the marijuana industry takes shape, are the laws equitable for all?

We're talking about equity and decriminalization within the cannabis industry.

What does it take to enter the cannabis industry?

Youth Poet Isabella Ramirez shares her poem, "The Assimilation, American Dream" for national poetry month.

We're opening the mic to young poets during the month of April for National Poetry Month.

September 27, 2021, A New York jury found R&B singer R. Kelly guilty on all 9 counts against him which included racketeering and sex trafficking charges.

April 11th through April 17th is officially Black Maternal Health Week, so we focused on maternal health care disparities and necessary legislation in anticipation. 

Who was the woman that inspired newly appointed Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson?

We speak with Elizabeth Alexander about her book “The Trayvon Generation,” motherhood, philanthropy, and the anxieties of young Black people growing up and making art in this moment.

Can there be LGBTQ+ affirmation within the Black Church? 

WNYC’s youth radio initiative, Radio Rookies, will present its new season of stories April 4-8.

"TORN APART: How the Child Welfare System Destroys Black Families--and How Abolition Can Build a Safer World" explores how the U.S. child welfare system tears Black families apart.

How powerful is a Los Angles County Supervisor? L.A. County Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell is here to tell us.

What caused the collapse of Venezuela? Will the country's ties to Russia play a part in the current conflict with Ukraine?

In his new book, “Crossing Borders: The Reconciliation of a Nation of Immigrants,” Noorani uses the stories of people and families fleeing their homes in different parts of the world.

Award-winning broadcast journalist and tv talk show host Tamron Hall on life, work and advice for young journalists.

A conversation with District Attorney of Durham County Satana Deberry as part of our Women Leading Locally series.

We’re joined by Mayor Maria Rivera of Central Falls, Rhode Island. She is the first Latina to serve as Mayor in the state, and the first woman to serve as Mayor in the city. 

We’re joined by New Jersey Senate Majority Leader Teresa Ruiz, the first Latina to hold that position.