Emmanuel Dzotsi

Emmanuel Dzotsi, a producer, brings a poignant piece from the 'Black Lives Matter' mural demolition. Aviva DeKornfeld shares Ranjani Srinivasan's harrowing journey navigating ICE after her visa was revoked, capturing the panic of international students. Laura Starecheski recounts a gripping court hearing against the Trump administration's transgender military ban, revealing the stakes for those involved. This insightful discussion highlights the emotional and political turbulence defining our current moment.

Emmanuel Dzotsi, a producer at This American Life, vividly shares his experiences around the dismantling of the Black Lives Matter mural in D.C. Ranjani Srinivasan, a Columbia graduate student, recounts a harrowing five-day ordeal after her visa was revoked, navigating the complexities of ICE. Laura Starecheski provides a gripping account of a court hearing about the Trump administration’s transgender military ban, highlighting the emotional and legal tensions surrounding identity and justice. Together, they paint a compelling picture of our turbulent times.