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Book Club for Kids
Troublemaker by John Cho
Mar 13, 2024
John Cho discusses his novel Troublemaker inspired by the Rodney King verdict. LAPD officer reads with students on finding community solutions. Kids share favorite books and reflect on societal issues. Speakers reveal personal book favorites and engage with the audience.
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- John Cho's novel Troublemaker captures the essence of the 1992 Los Angeles riots and explores the complexity of the word 'troublemaker' in character portrayal.
- Young readers suggest non-violent solutions like peaceful protesting and creating treaties to address community anger and promote dialogue.
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Exploring the Aftermath of the 1992 Los Angeles Riots
The podcast episode delves into the aftermath of the 1992 Los Angeles riots following the verdict of the Rodney King case. These riots resulted in widespread unrest across Los Angeles, with a focus on the targeting of liquor and convenience stores owned by Korean immigrants. Actor and writer John Cho's novel, Troublemaker, captures the essence of these events, portraying the violence and turmoil that ensued. The elasticity of the word 'troublemaker' is highlighted, suggesting a complex portrayal of characters facing challenging circumstances.
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