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Robin Young brings more than 25 years of broadcast experience to her role as host of Here & Now. She is a Peabody Award-winning documentary filmmaker who has also reported for NBC, CBS and ABC television and for several years was substitute host and correspondent for “The Today Show.” Learn more
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'Raya And The Last Dragon'; LA Unified School District Vaccine Program
March 3, 2021
We speak with Kelly Marie Tran, who voices Raya in the new Disney animated film "Raya and the Last Dragon." Also, the LA Unified School District in California is taking matters into its own hands by launching a vaccination program this week to get all its teachers and staff inoculated to open schools by mid-April. The LAUSD superintendent joins us.
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COVID-19 Vaccine Questions, Answered; Deprogramming Disinformation
March 3, 2021
Dr. Ruth Karron answers listener questions about getting the COVID-19 vaccine if you're pregnant, eligibility requirements and much more. And, experts in cult deprogramming are turning their skills to those who have fallen down the rabbit hole of conspiracy theories. NPR's Tovia Smith reports on the efforts to combat the disinformation that's gripping Americans.
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Dr. Seuss Books Discontinued; Next Generation Of Politics
March 2, 2021
Dr. Seuss Enterprises announced that it will no longer publish six books because of their racist and insensitive imagery. Author Juanita Giles discusses diversifying children's literature. Also, University of Arkansas students Anna Cook and Elizabeth Kimbrell are in different political parties but they're best friends. They talk about what kind of politics they envision for the future.
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'The Little Things' Star Jared Leto; Cost Of Counterterrorism
March 2, 2021
Jared Leto talks about "The Little Things." Leto plays an appliance delivery man who becomes the prime suspect in a series of murders in 1990's California. And, data from the Cost of War Project shows the U.S. conducted counterterrorism operations in more than 80 countries between 2018 and 2020. The co-director of the Cost of War Project joins us.
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50 Years Of Marvin Gaye's 'What's Going On'; Cold Death Lawsuits In Texas
March 1, 2021
Cultural critic Nelson George discusses how themes from Marvin Gaye's "What's Going On" still reflect some challenges and divisions we face as a society. Also, after the winter storm in Texas, the true number of those who died is still being counted. Attorney Larry Taylor, representing the families of Gilbert Rivera and Doyle Austin in wrongful death lawsuits, joins us.
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Black Is Magic Card Set; Forest Sounds Help Climate Change Research
March 1, 2021
Magic: The Gathering is exploring Black life through a new set of cards called Black Is Magic. Lead designer Sydney Adams joins us. And, in New Hampshire, scientists are remotely recording the sounds of the forest to track how warmer weather is affecting the behavior of migratory birds during the pandemic. Annie Ropeik of New Hampshire Public Radio reports.
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Combatting Anti-Asian Violence In Oakland; Recovery In Rural Texas
February 26, 2021
Anti-Asian violence remains on the rise across the country. Jess Owyoung talks about her group Compassion in Oakland, which is combatting anti-Asian violence in the city's Chinatown with volunteer patrols. And the deadly winter storm in Texas left Francoise Wilson, 70, with busted water pipes. Wilson shares her perspective on the recovery from the storm.
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Black Fashion Maker's Historical Impact; Golden Globes Controversy
February 26, 2021
A curated editorial project by EDGE acknowledges the significant contribution Black fashion makers and influencers made to fashion's history. Publishing editor Rhonda Hill talks about the inspiration behind the project. Also, the Golden Globes and the organization that operates them have been under increased scrutiny after a Los Angeles Times investigation alleged corruption, self-dealing and conflicts of interest.
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Lamb, Pork And Beef Recipes; Johnson & Johnson Vaccine Effectiveness
February 25, 2021
Resident chef Kathy Gunst joins us to share her favorite recipes using chuck roast, lamb shanks and pork belly. Also, Dr. Leana Wen, professor of public health at George Washington University and emergency room physician, discusses Johnson & Johnson's COVID-19 vaccine effectiveness and the timeline for FDA approval.
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1st Town Founded By A Black American; Brexit's Impact On Musicians
February 25, 2021
Following the U.K.'s split with the EU, British musicians have to get a visa for every country they want to play in. British saxophonist Binker Golding explains how the new costs and red tape will affect him and other performers. And, Frank McWorter became the first Black person to legally plan a community in America. McWorter's great-grandson joins us.
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Connecticut's Vaccination Plan; Freeze Devastates Farms In Texas
February 24, 2021
Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont discusses his plan to distribute COVID-19 vaccines strictly based on age. Also, crops in Texas were badly damaged by last week's freeze. Texas International Produce Association's president says initial estimates show 80% to 95% of the state's leafy greens are now gone.
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Jasmine Harrison Rows Across The Atlantic; Vaccine Sign Up Issues
February 24, 2021
It took 70 days, 3 hours, and 48 minutes for Jasmine Harrison to row across the Atlantic Ocean — a 3,000-mile journey from the Canary Islands to Antigua. Harrison, the youngest woman ever to row solo across an ocean, joins us. And, KUOW reporter Deborah Wang talks about the problems her mother ran into signing up for a COVID-19 vaccine.
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Gulf War Illness; Unpacking The 'Jezebel' Trope
February 23, 2021
Thousands of U.S. veterans came home from Operation Desert Storm with health problems that are now referred to as Gulf War illness. And, two Texas pastors who referred to Kamala Harris as a "Jezebel" are facing backlash for using a word that has become shorthand for a wicked woman. Author Tamura Lomax explains the dangers of using the term.
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New Memoir 'Speak, Okinawa'; Facebook Ends Standoff In Australia
February 23, 2021
Author Elizabeth Miki Brina looks at family, identity and the difficult relationship between the Japanese city and the U.S. in her new memoir "Speak, Okinawa: A Memoir." And, Facebook has ended its standoff with Australia after a fight over proposed legislation that would force social media companies to pay news organizations to host their content. Recode's Sara Morrison joins us.
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Vaccinating People Experiencing Homelessness; Remembering U-Roy
February 22, 2021
Los Angeles has opened vaccination sites in neighborhoods that have been hit the hardest by the coronavirus pandemic. Nurse practitioner Shannon Fernando talks about street medicine, where staff are often forced to travel to find patients experiencing homelessness. And, Ewart "U-Roy" Beckford died last week at 78. We remember the Jamaican deejay who elevated the art of toasting to an international phenomenon with Billboard's Patricia Meschino.
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Olympian Dara Torres' Comeback; U.S. Nears 500,000 COVID-19 Deaths
February 22, 2021
Swimmer Dara Torres won 12 Olympic medals over 25-years, but underneath her success she struggled with an eating disorder early in her career. Torres discusses a new documentary that tells her story. And, nearly 500,000 people have died from COVID-19 in the U-S — more than in any other country. Dr. Peter Hotez talks about the death toll.
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New Federal Communications Commission Chair; NPR Music's Tunes Of The Week
February 19, 2021
The Federal Communications Commission has a new leader. Jessica Rosenworcel was appointed as acting chairwoman last month by President Biden. She joins us to discuss her plans to upgrade the FCC's broadband maps, which she says will help bridge the digital divide. And, NPR music producer Lars Gotrich shares some tunes he's been listening to lately.
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HBO's 'Allen v. Farrow'; Connecting Black Americans With Nature
February 19, 2021
The new documentary series "Allen v. Farrow" explores the child sexual abuse allegations and custody battle between Woody Allen and Mia Farrow. And, Outdoor Afro founder Rue Mapp talks about the need to eradicate the stereotype that Black Americans don't enjoy outdoor activities and to create opportunities for Black people to reclaim their love of the natural world.
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Remembering Rupert Neve; 'Four Hundred Souls' Book
February 18, 2021
Rupert Neve was instrumental in shaping the sound of classic rock. He died earlier in Feb. at 94. Professor Susan Rogers talks about Neve's musical legacy. Also, "Four Hundred Souls" collects the work of 90 writers to tell the stories of Black Americans over the course of 400 years.
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Black Violin Up For Grammy; Writing COVID-19 Obituaries
February 18, 2021
The group Black Violin has been nominated for their first Grammy for their album "Take the Stairs." We revisit our conversation with the duo behind Black Violin. And, at The New York Times, obituary writer Glenn Rifkin has had to pivot to cover those who have died from the coronavirus. Rifkin talks about his process and ideology.
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Pregnancy And COVID-19 Vaccines; Rush Limbaugh Dies At 70
February 17, 2021
Dr. Jane Martin, a maternal-fetal medicine fellow at Ochsner Health, received her COVID-19 vaccine while pregnant with her third child. She talks about her decision to get vaccinated and her advice for people who are pregnant. Also, legendary conservative radio host Rush Limbaugh has died, his wife announced on his talk show today. NPR's David Folkenflik discusses Limbaugh's legacy.
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'Sounds Of The Unborn'; Whale Calls Help Map The Ocean Floor
February 17, 2021
Scientists trying to map the Pacific Ocean floor got an unexpected assist from the world's second-largest mammal: fin whales. Václav Kuna made the discovery and joins us with more. And, Luca Yupanqui's debut album "Sounds of the Unborn" was recorded while she was still in the womb. Her parents talk about the process behind the album.
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Future Of GOP; A Quieter Mardi Gras
February 16, 2021
Republicans are trying to figure out the path forward with the party. We look at the future of the GOP with Hoover Institution fellow Lanhee Chen, who advised Mitt Romney's 2012 campaign. And, New Orleanians are still celebrating Mardi Gras during the pandemic by turning their front yards and porches into floats. Judy Walker, a retired food editor for the Times-Picayune, joins us.
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Gustav Holst's 'The Planets'; What's Next After Trump's Acquittal
February 16, 2021
Here & Now music opinionator Fran Hoepfner says Gustav Holst's "The Planets" is the perfect piece right now to explore places far, far away. The seven-movement orchestral suite was inspired by astrology, written during World War I. And, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says Congress will establish an outside, independent commission to investigate the Capitol insurrection. Historian Julian Zelizer talks about what's next following former President Donald Trump's impeachment acquittal.
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Life Discovered Under Antarctic Ice; Paying Workers To Get Vaccinated
February 15, 2021
Scientists have found sponge-like animals flourishing in some of the most inhospitable conditions on Earth. We speak with one of the researchers who made the discovery. And, the founder of a Washington, D.C.-based restaurant company is paying his workers to get vaccinated. He talks about how he hopes others in the restaurant industry will follow.
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'Anything For Selena' Podcast; McConnell's Vote To Acquit Trump
February 15, 2021
WBUR and Futuro Media's "Anything for Selena" podcast explores the enduring legacy of singer Selena Quintanilla-Pérez. Host and producer Maria Garcia talks about the singer's enduring legacy and the racial politics of Latinidad. And, Minority Leader Mitch McConnell voted to acquit former President Donald Trump despite saying Trump is "practically and morally responsible for provoking" the Jan. 6 insurrection." The New Yorker's Jane Mayer talks about the future of the Republican Party.
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Arizona's Mass Vaccination Site; Pandemic Dating Tips
February 12, 2021
Host Peter O'Dowd visits the NFL stadium outside of Phoenix, Arizona, where the state has set up a 24-hour a day mass vaccination site. President Biden took a virtual tour of the location this week. Also, it was already hard to date before the pandemic. Now, it seems almost impossible. Dating coach Damona Hoffman explains how you can find love and enjoy a meaningful Valentine's Day while in quarantine.
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LaKeith Stanfield's 'Most Challenging Role'; Great Backyard Bird Count
February 12, 2021
"Judas and the Black Messiah" star LaKeith Stanfield talks about the challenge of playing FBI informant William O'Neal. And, this weekend volunteers will participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count, reporting bird species in their neighborhoods. The count provides vital information to help scientists understand changes in bird populations and migration patterns, Celia Llopis-Jepsen of Kansas News Service reports.
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Talking About Death; Amazon Warehouse Union Organizer
February 11, 2021
During a global pandemic, it may be surprising that more people are not talking about death and their final wishes. Dr. Lydia Dugdale explores the concept that part of living well is "dying well" in her book "The Lost Art of Dying: Reviving Forgotten Wisdom." And, Amazon employees in Alabama began voting this week on whether they want to form the first union of Amazon warehouse workers in the U.S. We speak with an employee at the facility who has been helping organize the union drive.
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World's 1st Successful Face, Double Hand Transplant; Double Masking Tips
February 11, 2021
Dr. Eduardo Rodriguez led the surgical team that performed a full face and double hand transplant on a 22-year-old man. It's the first successful combination transplant case of its kind in the world. Rodriguez joins us to talk about the complicated surgery. Also, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention has made new recommendations about the benefits of double masking. We talk to an expert about the best practices.
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What Is Clubhouse?; Life After Receiving The COVID-19 Vaccine
February 10, 2021
Clubhouse lets users live stream audio and set up interactive chat rooms. NPR's Nina Gregory explains the audio-based social networking app's swift rise in popularity. And, Dr. Monica Gandhi joins us to discuss how to have more nuanced conversations about navigating life after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.
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Push To Defund Campus Police; Dueling Crises In Lebanon
February 10, 2021
An estimated 95% of colleges and universities with more than 2,500 students operate their own law enforcement agencies. As WILL's Lee Gaines reports, there's a growing movement on campuses across the U.S. to defund and disband those police departments. Also, soaring COVID-19 caseloads in Lebanon are compounding an economic crisis there that has sparked protests. Borzou Daragahi, international correspondent for The Independent, has more.
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Trump's 2nd Impeachment Trial Begins; WHO Report On COVID-19 Origins
February 9, 2021
NPR's Claudia Grisales joins us to discuss how former President Donald Trump's second impeachment trial is expected to unfold over the coming days. And, the World Health Organization has released a report on the origins of the pandemic in Wuhan, China. The BBC's Stephen McDonell talks about some of the insights from the report.
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Deadly Week Of Avalanches; Teaching Black History
February 9, 2021
In the first week of February alone, 14 people were killed in avalanches in the U.S. Brian Lazar, deputy director of the Colorado Avalanche Information Center, discusses what's made this year so deadly so far. Also, University of Missouri professor LaGarrett King joins us to talk about the work of educating teachers on Black history.
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2021 Tax Season Tips; Tristan Harris On 'Digital Democracy'
February 8, 2021
Doing your taxes can be already complicated, but the pandemic is presenting new challenges this year. Personal finance expert Jill Schlesinger shares her top tips for filing taxes. Also, technology ethicists like Tristan Harris say tech giants have a long way to go in supporting what he calls "digital democracy." Harris joins us to discuss.
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'The Three Mothers' Of MLK, Malcolm X, James Baldwin; Right To Literacy
February 8, 2021
Author Anna Malaika Tubbs joins us to talk about her new book, "The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation." And, a 2016 lawsuit claimed that Michigan failed to provide Detroit students with the most fundamental of skills: the ability to read. Andrea Thompson, one of the complainants in the lawsuit, discusses what comes next for the families.
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Bone Marrow Donation; Frontline Worker Vaccinations
February 5, 2021
More than 35 million people around the world have signed up to donate their stem cells to people battling cancer and other diseases. We speak to Mateo Goldman, a leukemia patient who was 9 years old when his life was saved by two donors. Also, a number of states have begun offering vaccinations to anyone over 65 as frontline workers wait their turn. When will these workers be offered the vaccine? We explore the issue.
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Pandemic Hits Minority-Owned Businesses; Death Penalty Abolition In Virginia
February 5, 2021
Minority business owners were hit the hardest by last year's economic shutdown. We hear from one business owner recovering from the pandemic, and another who decided to permanently close his restaurant after 29 years. And, Virginia lawmakers advanced a bill to abolish the death penalty. If signed into law by the governor, this would make Virginia the 23rd state to end the death penalty. VPM's Whittney Evans joins us.
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Listeners Search For Birth Parents; Best Of Sundance 2021
February 4, 2021
Following our recent conversation with Gabrielle Glaser about her book "American Baby" on adoption and secrecy, we received a flood of letters from listeners sharing their stories of searching for birth parents. We speak with a few of them about their experiences. Also, this year's Sundance Film Festival was completely virtual. Aisha Harris of NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour shares some of her top picks.
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Viggo Mortensen's 'Falling'; Ohio Teachers Get Vaccinated
February 4, 2021
Viggo Mortensen talks about his new film "Falling." In addition to writing, directing and starring in the drama, he also wrote the film's score. And, in Ohio, the first COVID-19 vaccines are rolling out to teachers this week. Kindergarten teacher Amy Savich shares what her vaccination means for their evolving classroom
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Shark Populations Decline; Advocates Push For Broader Immigration Reform
February 3, 2021
A recent study found the global abundance of oceanic sharks and rays has plunged more than 70% since 1970. Co-author of the study Sonja Fordham joins us. And, advocates are pushing for broader, structural immigration reform from the Biden administration. Ali Noorani, president and CEO of the National Immigration Forum, talks about his vision for the future of U.S. immigration.
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Police Killings Of Indigenous People In Montana; Fate Of GOP Reps
February 3, 2021
An analysis by the Mountain West News Bureau shows Indigenous people in Montana are 60% more likely than white people to be killed by the police. Savannah Maher has the story. Also, the House Republican Conference meets Wednesday to discuss the fates of Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene and Rep. Liz Cheney. It's a test of divisions within the party in the wake of Trump's impeachment. NPR's Claudia Grisales reports.
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Journalist Marty Baron On Retiring; Yosemite Reopens After Winter Storm
February 2, 2021
One of the most consequential journalists of our time is calling it a career. We speak with Washington Post executive editor Marty Baron about his retirement. And, Yosemite National Park is still cleaning up after extreme winds blew down 15 giant sequoias, forcing the park to close for almost two weeks. Park ranger Jamie Richards talks about conditions in the park now.
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U.S. Domestic Terror Threats; Ohio Vaccinates Teachers
February 2, 2021
Former DHS intelligence analyst Daryl Johnson warned about the threat of domestic right-wing extremism 11 years ago, and now he says political violence could get worse unless the government does something. Johnson discusses his 2009 report that cautioned the growing domestic terror threat. Also, Ohio's governor has placed educators early in the vaccine rollout priority list. Medina County Superintendent Robert Hlasko talks about the state's vaccination effort.
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Rethinking Crime Reporting; The Economic Impact Of Remote Work
February 1, 2021
The journalism industry is wrestling with the consequences of the crime beat, and the disproportionate impact it can have on communities of color. Mike Rispoli, news voices director of the Free Press, talks about his call for tearing down and rebuilding the crime beat. And, The Atlantic's Derek Thompson explains the long-term implications of remote work and what prohibited it from being as widespread in years past.
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Oregon Decriminalizes Illegal Drugs; No Black Women In Senate
February 1, 2021
In Oregon, legislation that decriminalizes the use of all illegal drugs goes into effect on Monday. Voters approved a measure that calls for treating drug use as a public health issue and not a criminal offense. Kassandra Frederique, executive director of the Drug Policy Alliance, joins us. Also, NPR's Juana Summers discusses the political power of Black women in the Senate now that Kamala Harris has become vice president.
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Reporting On Trump As A Woman Of Color; 'Try Harder!' Documentary
January 29, 2021
During his administration, Trump set a combative tone with the White House press corps, especially with reporters who were women of color. Weijia Jiang, senior White House correspondent for CBS News, reflects on her time covering the Trump White House. Also, a new documentary "Try Harder!" highlights the pressures on high-achieving students at nationally-ranked Lowell High School in San Francisco.
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WallStreetBets Surges GameStop Stocks; A Fence Around The Capitol
January 29, 2021
Members of the online community WallStreetBets on Reddit created a frenzy for stocks that traditional Wall Street investors had decided to short, or bet against. "Endless Thread" host Ben Brock Johnson joins us. And, the acting chief of the U.S. Capitol Police is calling for a permanent fence to be constructed around the complex due to heightened security threats since the insurrection. NPR's Susan Davis has more.
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Tips For Cooking With Turmeric; Ethics Of Vaccine Distribution
January 28, 2021
Turmeric has become popular in the U.S. in recent years because of its purported health benefits, but the spice has long been a staple of Indian and South Asian cuisine. Chef Kathy Gunst shares some recipes using the spice. Also, there have been reports of people skipping the line to get vaccinated for COVID-19. Medical ethics expert Arthur Caplan explains how to build a framework of vaccine ethics.
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Abolishing Cash Bail In Illinois; Donating Stimulus Checks To Charity
January 28, 2021
Illinois could soon become the first state to abolish cash bail after lawmakers passed a bevy of criminal justice reforms earlier this month. Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul joins us. And, Allen Schauffler talks about his decision to donate his stimulus check to charity. He hopes that others who are able will invest their checks locally toward those who need it most.
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