What's CODE SWITCH? It's the fearless conversations about race that you've been waiting for. Hosted by journalists of color, our podcast tackles the subject of race with empathy and humor. We explore how race affects every part of society — from politics and pop culture to history, food and everything in between. This podcast makes all of us part of the conversation — because we're all part of the story. Code Switch was named Apple Podcasts' first-ever Show of the Year in 2020.Want to level up your Code Switch game? Try Code Switch Plus. Your subscription supports the show and unlocks a sponsor-free feed. Learn more at plus.npr.org/codeswitch
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Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 17 days 23 hours 7 minutes
The Act Of Listening
Listening — to loved ones, strangers, faraway places — is an act of generosity and a source of discovery. In this episode, TED speakers describe how we change when we listen deeply. In a special updated interview, StoryCorps founder Dave Isay reflects on how we can best listen to each other, especially within our current political climate. Other guests from the original 2015 broadcast include sound artist Honor Harger, percussionist Evelyn Glennie, and Baptist minister Jeffrey Brown.
Code Switch Census Watch 2020
We've said it before: The U.S. Census is way more than cold, hard data. It informs what we call ourselves and how we're represented. On this episode, we explore the controversial citizenship question that the Trump administration added to the 2020 census. We also talk about how the U.S. Census helped create the 'Hispanic' label.
The Only Prescription Is More Transparency
Healthcare is expensive. Transparency in pricing might make it cheaper.
Inflation Target Acquired
The Federal Reserve has hit its inflation target. Now comes the hard part - staying at two percent.
The Homeless Count
The homeless population in Los Angeles County has been skyrocketing. A team from USC tried to figure out why.
Comfort Zone
We're all guilty of getting too comfortable - with our routines, social circles, the status quo. But is it stopping us from growing? This hour, TED speakers explore ways to push out of comfort zones. Guests include entrepreneur and podcaster Tim Ferriss, organizational psychologist Tanya Menon, author and blogger Luvvie Ajayi, writer Ann Morgan, and humanitarian activist Dan Pallotta.
California's Housing Conundrum
Almost everyone in California agrees that there's not enough housing in the state. But no one wants building in their backyard.
The Farm Labor Drought
Water isn't the only shortage California farmers are worried about. There's a labor drought, too.