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As the Takeaway comes to an end, we get one last set of movie prescriptions from Kristen Meinzer, a culture critic and host of the podcast "By The Book" and Rafer Guzman, a film critic for Newsday, and they bring us movie prescriptions about embracing change and fresh starts.

Together Kristen and Rafer are the co-hosts of the podcast, Movie Therapy.

Movie Therapy: Prescriptions for Embracing Change | The Takeaway | WNYC Studios On our last Movie Therapy segment, we get movie prescriptions from Kristen Meinzer and Rafer Guzman about embracing change and fresh starts.

We talked to Emmy-nominated actor, producer, podcaster, and author, Rainn Wilson () about spirituality, compassion, and his new book “Soul Boom: Why We Need a Spiritual Revolution.”

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The Writers Guild of America strike has already shut down many big productions.

We heard from a WGA member and a labor reporter on the strike.

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TODAY 📻:

~ Governor Jay Inslee on signing an assault weapon ban in Washington state, and how the state is leading on other progressive policies

~ Dorian Warren on equitable access to childcare

~ Harpist Ashley Jackson on her recent performance "Take Me To The Water" at Lincoln Center

An update on the Gordon Plaza residents' fight to be relocated from the toxic land their homes were built on.

A Resolution for Gordon Plaza Residents’ Fight Could Be in Sight | The Takeaway | WNYC Studios An update on the Gordon Plaza residents' fight to be relocated from the toxic land their homes were built on.

A new book argues that Advanced Placement Courses have departed from their original purpose.

Do AP Courses "Shortchange" Students? | The Takeaway | WNYC Studios A new book argues that Advanced Placement Courses have departed from their original purpose.

Happy Asian Pacific American Heritage month!

How big a role do Senate staffers play in ensuring a functional government?

Diane Feinstein and Senatorial Power | The Takeaway | WNYC Studios

We’ve got a update on the show today at 3PM and on the feed.

An official autopsy report found no evidence supporting the claim that Tortuguita shot officers first and suffered 57 gun shot wounds.

We got an update from a member of the for more!

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Noted Businesswoman, and marketing maven Bozoma Saint John joins us to talk about her new book “The Urgent Life: My Story of Love, Loss and Survival,” which chronicles the difficult moments she’s survived and her choice to live life urgently.

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📸: Lelanie Foster

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We celebrated a very intersectional Earth Day Weekend by re-airing some of our favorite conversations on environmental justice.

Original Air Date: April 22, 2022

Happy World Earth Day | The Takeaway | WNYC Studios  The Takeaway is observing a very intersectional Earth Day Weekend.

What does environmental justice entail?

"Happy World Earth Day" 🌎

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The legalization of ma*****na across the nation could be inevitable. 🌿 🍃

Puff Puff Passing Ma*****na Legislation | The Takeaway | WNYC Studios The legalization of ma*****na across the nation could be inevitable.

In 2021, The Takeaway spoke with Sulma Arzu Brown, author of "Pelo Malo, No Existe" (Bad Hair Does Not Exist), Charles Esperanza, author of "Boogie Boogie, Y’all," and Yesenia Moises, author of "Stella’s Stellar Hair."

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https://www.wnycstudios.org/podcasts/takeaway/segments/afro-latino-representation-childrens-books

The Georgia-born, Black, q***r icon Little Richard was the artichect of rock n' roll whose style made a way for artists like Prince, Lil Nas X, and Harry Styles.

Director of the new film “Little Richard: I Am Everything” joins to discuss.

Little Richard, the Architect of Rock n' Roll | The Takeaway | WNYC Studios A new documentary showcases larger-than-life personality, Little Richard. 

Ralph Yarl deserves to be a kid.

New York University Silver School of Social Work Dean, Dr. Michael Lindsey, talked about the adultification of Black youth.

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Ralph Yarl Deserves to be a Kid | The Takeaway | WNYC Studios On the adultification of Black boys.

Today's the last day of

MacArthur Foundation Genius, cofounder of SisterSong and cocreator of 'reproductive justice theory', Loretta J. Ross, talks women's rights, maternal health disparities for women of color, and

Black Maternal Health Week Comes to an End | The Takeaway | WNYC Studios The Biden administration officially proclaimed April 11 through April 17, 2023, Black Maternal Health Week to raise awareness of the state of Black maternal health in the United States.

In December 2021, Melissa Harris-Perry & Community Change's Dorian Warren, took a deep dive into the issue of childbirth, disparities in maternal health outcomes, and the need for action.

This Week 2023, be sure to listen to it here🔽

Deep Dive: Childbirth | The Takeaway | WNYC Studios Melissa Harris-Perry and progressive scholar and media personality Dorian Warren tackled the important topic of childbirth in our Deep Dive series.

Associate Producer Ryan Wilde reports from the field at a Ryan Meetup, a party where everyone is invited, so long as your first name is Ryan.

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The Americans with Disabilities Act is facing a critical juncture in our state legislatures and in our courts.

American disability rights activist and officer for its U.S. Disability Rights program, Rebecca A Cokely, joined to discuss!

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This year's color of the year is Viva magenta!

Every year, PANTONE releases colors that are a cultural statement about the year to come and our aspirations. PANTONE says, "Viva Magenta is brave and fearless, a pulsating color whose exuberance promotes a joyous and optimistic celebration, writing a new narrative."

Viva magenta is a color of the future, so welcome to the .

We speak with Professor Reggie Blaszczyk about the newest color of the year and her book, The Color Revolution, a revolution not just about color, but commerce and consumption in America as well.

Pantone's Color of the Year: Viva Magenta! | The Takeaway | WNYC Studios It's actually more complicated than you think.

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UPDATE: Democratic-backed judge wins Wisconsin Supreme Court race, giving liberals one-vote advantage as abortion and redistricting decisions loom.

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“Former President Donald Trump pleaded not guilty to 34 charges of felony business fraud in Manhattan Criminal Court on Tuesday afternoon. His arraignment followed the first arrest of an ex-president in U.S. history.”
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Described as a cross between tennis, badminton and ping-pong, pickleball is attracting fans of racquet sports from across the country.

And this increase in interest has come with both serious problems and incredible opportunities.

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