culture

February 11, 2014

Too Poor For Pop Culture

February 11, 2014 - Segment 3 - We talk with author, filmmaker and native Baltimorean D. Watkins, about his article "Too poor for pop culture," which was published last week on Salon. Watkins teaches at Coppin State University and runs a writing workshop on Creative Nonfiction at the Baltimore Freedom School.
November 19, 2013

Race, Justice & Culture: Renisha McBride, Marissa Alexander and “Knockout”

November 18, 2013 - Segment 2 - We begin our show Monday morning with a look at a number of current stories that reflect upon issues of race, justice, and our culture. Topics include the case of Renisha McBride, the 19-year old Michigan woman who was fatally shot in the face by a homeowner after her car broke down and she walked onto his porch seeking help.
September 12, 2013

Deep Voices: Black Men In The Arts

September 11, 2013 - Segment 4 - Actor, narrator, writer, and social commentator Keith Snipes co-hosts our second conversation focused on Black men in the arts. We discuss masculinity and talk about the importance of young people getting involved in the arts.