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‘Traverse Talks’ Episode 2: Poet Jordan Chaney On Acknowledging, Learning From And Healing Racism
Poet Jordan Chaney, from Pasco, Washington, joins this episode of “Traverse Talks” and gives advice on how to be a true ally and setting and respecting boundaries when talking about race. Continue Reading ‘Traverse Talks’ Episode 2: Poet Jordan Chaney On Acknowledging, Learning From And Healing Racism
FILM REVIEW: Unimaginative ‘Witches’ Retread Lacks The Magic Of Roald Dahl’s Classic
Though Anne Hathaway throws herself into the role of the Grand High Witch with obvious relish, she often seems to be straining for effect — which leaves The Witches feeling flat. Continue Reading FILM REVIEW: Unimaginative ‘Witches’ Retread Lacks The Magic Of Roald Dahl’s Classic
‘The Writing On The Wall’ Finds Poetry Behind Bars, Projects It Onto Buildings
“Look at all the wisdom, look at all the heart that is imprisoned in our society,” says Hank Willis Thomas, cofounder of the art installation project. Continue Reading ‘The Writing On The Wall’ Finds Poetry Behind Bars, Projects It Onto Buildings
BOOK REVIEW: ‘Flamer’ Offers Real Hope — Not Just Rainbows — To Queer Kids
Mike Curato’s new young adult graphic novel Flamer follows a teenager struggling with self-hate and all the different parts of his identity — being a Catholic, a Boy Scout, and being gay. Continue Reading BOOK REVIEW: ‘Flamer’ Offers Real Hope — Not Just Rainbows — To Queer Kids
85 Years After The Irving Berlin Classic, Isn’t This A Lovely Day For A ‘Top Hat’ Tribute?
Irving Berlin’s classic musical turns 85 this year, and a group of artists are paying tribute with a brand-new video version of one of its songs, “Isn’t This A Lovely Day (To Be Caught In The Rain)?” Continue Reading 85 Years After The Irving Berlin Classic, Isn’t This A Lovely Day For A ‘Top Hat’ Tribute?
BOOK REVIEW: ‘The National Road’ Takes Readers On A Trip Through Americana
Teacher and writer Tom Zoellner has logged tens of thousands of miles zigzagging the continent with, a small tent and backpack, investigating American places and themes — metaphors for our country. Continue Reading BOOK REVIEW: ‘The National Road’ Takes Readers On A Trip Through Americana
Disney Warns Viewers Of Racism In Some Classic Movies With Strengthened Label
Disney strengthened language used to denounce racist depictions in some of its classic properties on the company’s streaming service. Continue Reading Disney Warns Viewers Of Racism In Some Classic Movies With Strengthened Label
FILM REVIEW: David Byrne And Spike Lee Conjure Up A Joyous Vision Of ‘American Utopia’
Lee’s new film for HBO captures a live performance of Byrne’s acclaimed Broadway show. David Byrne’s American Utopia is a rousing blend of song, dance and revival meeting. Continue Reading FILM REVIEW: David Byrne And Spike Lee Conjure Up A Joyous Vision Of ‘American Utopia’
‘Traverse Talks’ Episode 1: Dr. Lawrence Pintak On The Muslim World And American Exceptionalism
Dr. Lawrence Pintak joins this episode of “Traverse Talks with Sueann Ramella” to discuss what you can do to understand the Muslim world, how to check your news sources and give a history lesson on American exceptionalism. Pintak is a former CBS News Middle East correspondent, founding dean of the WSU Edward R. Murrow College of Communication, and author of “American & Islam: Soundbites, Suicide Bombs and the Road to Donald Trump” and “The New Arab Journalist.” Continue Reading ‘Traverse Talks’ Episode 1: Dr. Lawrence Pintak On The Muslim World And American Exceptionalism
Ballet Hispánico Celebrates 50 Years As Ambassadors Of Latinx Dance
The dance company features work of Latinx choreographers, as well as a robust educational outreach program. It was just awarded a $4 million grant from the Ford Foundation. Continue Reading Ballet Hispánico Celebrates 50 Years As Ambassadors Of Latinx Dance
New Children’s Book Exploring Native Identities Launches For Indigenous Peoples Day
The book is called “Journey of the Freckled Indian.” It tells the story of a young girl called Freckles who gets bullied by her classmates after sharing that she’s Native American. Author Alyssa London says it’s loosely based on her experience growing up in Bothell and sharing her Tlingit heritage in a show and tell. Continue Reading New Children’s Book Exploring Native Identities Launches For Indigenous Peoples Day
With ‘Deaf U,’ Nyle DiMarco Strives To Show ‘There Is No One Right Way To Be Deaf’
The model and activist, who himself is deaf, says his new Netflix reality show offers “an entrance into our world, which is so rich in culture and so layered and diverse.” Continue Reading With ‘Deaf U,’ Nyle DiMarco Strives To Show ‘There Is No One Right Way To Be Deaf’
