Chenjerai Kumanyika

Chenjerai Kumanyika, an assistant professor at NYU and podcast maker, joins community leaders Cameron Smith and Courtney Smith. They dive into rethinking capitalism and its true impact on freedom for the average citizen. The trio emphasizes local economic empowerment, discussing food accessibility and systemic inequalities. They advocate for affordable housing and transformative justice, highlighting the importance of community-rooted organizations. With a focus on collective action, they inspire hope while reflecting on meaningful change and grassroots initiatives.

Celeste Headlee, an NPR veteran and author, joins Chenjerai Kumanyika, a journalism professor and podcast creator, alongside business journalist Ellen McGirt and climate journalist Amy Westervelt. They dive into the complexities of the 2024 election, tackling topics like race, political communication, and Trump's potential second term. They confront challenges like sexism and inequality in politics and stress the importance of empathetic dialogue and grassroots activism in driving change. The conversation urges a deeper understanding of interconnected social issues.

Chenjerai Kumanyika, host of Empire City and a historian on the NYPD, joins the conversation on pivotal political dynamics as Election Day approaches. They delve into Trump's fluctuating campaign, focusing on his struggles in the Sun Belt and evolving voter demographics, especially among Hispanic communities. Kumanyika also discusses the NYPD's historical roots, shedding light on policing issues and how they relate to contemporary societal challenges. The mix of politics and history presents a thought-provoking analysis of today’s electoral landscape.

“All men are created equal.” Those words, from the Declaration of Independence, are central to the story that Americans tell about ourselves and our history. But what did those words mean to the man who actually wrote them? By John Biewen, with guest Chenjerai Kumanyika.   Key sources for this episode: Nell Irvin Painter, The History of White People Ibram Kendi, Stamped from the Beginning The Racial Equity Institute   Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

When it comes to U.S. government programs and support designed to benefit particular racial groups, history is clear. White folks have received most of the handouts. Part of our summer mini-season of rebroadcasts. By John Biewen, with Deena Hayes-Greene of the Racial Equity Institute and Season 2 series collaborator Chenjerai Kumanyika. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices