Andrea Elliott

Join Oded Galor, a Brown University economist, as he sheds light on humanity's resilience through history, examining events like the Black Death and their impact on societal evolution. Pulitzer Prize-winner Andrea Elliott shares the inspiring story of Dasani Coates, a young girl navigating life in a homeless shelter, highlighting the harsh realities of childhood poverty. Nobel laureate Orhan Pamuk discusses how crises shape narratives, especially around motherhood, in his latest work, 'Nights of Plague,' blending history and fiction to explore human behavior.

Andrea Elliott, a Pulitzer Prize-winning writer and investigative reporter for The New York Times, shares her insights on the life of Dasani Coates, a resilient child navigating homelessness in Brooklyn. The conversation highlights the stark wealth gap in America and the family’s emotional struggles. Topics of systemic racism in child welfare, the impact of gentrification, and the psychological toll of poverty on children are discussed. Elliott also emphasizes the need for empathy in healthcare and the importance of policy change to address these issues.

Andrea Elliott, a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative reporter for The New York Times and author of "Invisible Child," delves into critical issues like the Pandora Papers and the insights they reveal about tax evasion by the rich. She discusses the complexities of poverty and the struggles faced by families like Dasani’s in New York City. The conversation also touches on Facebook’s whistleblower revelations and the importance of holding powerful platforms accountable amid the rising tide of misinformation and socioeconomic disparities.