Shereen Marisol Meraji

Shereen Marisol Meraji, a renowned journalist and former co-host of NPR's Code Switch, shares her vibrant journey from a young reporter in Durban to teaching at UC Berkeley. She reflects on the pivotal UN Conference Against Racism and the activism of Puerto Rican youth. The fascinating intersection of hip-hop and journalism in South Africa reveals insights from the cultural movements of the time. Shereen also touches on the rise of Islamophobia post-9/11, connecting personal stories to broader societal changes.