Dr. Hakeem Oluseyi

In a captivating discussion, Michael Powell, a National reporter for The New York Times, and Dr. Hakeem Oluseyi, an esteemed astrophysicist and president of the National Society of Black Physicists, dive into the cultural uproar surrounding the naming of the James Webb Space Telescope. They explore how historic allegations about Webb's character ignited debates over homophobia and identity politics. The conversation uncovers the moral dilemmas within the scientific community and the challenges of navigating historical accountability in our evolving cultural landscape.