Code Switch

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Code Switch
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Fearless conversations on race. Sponsor-free.

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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

  1. He was shot in Vermont. Now he wants to go home to the West Bank

    2 DAYS AGO

    He was shot in Vermont. Now he wants to go home to the West Bank

    Shot and severely injured while visiting family in Vermont in 2023, Hisham Awartani grapples with his recovery in the U.S., and the unfolding war at home in the West Bank. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

    47 min
  2. Luigi Mangione and America's pent up pain

    20 DEC

    Luigi Mangione and America's pent up pain

    Even before Luigi Mangione was arrested for killing United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, the reaction to the shooter was far different than other instances of gun violence. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

    18 min
  3. Freedom, Autonomy and the Elián González Story

    18 DEC

    Freedom, Autonomy and the Elián González Story

    Twenty-five years ago, a boy named Eliaán Gonzaález appeared — remarkably alive — in the waters off the coast of Miami. Immediately, his fate became the subject of an international debate: Should he stay in the U.S.? Or should he be returned to Cuba, to live with his father? From our play cousins at Futuro Studios, this is part of their series Chess Piece: The Elián González Story. We want to hear from you! Please tell us what you think about Code Switch by taking our short survey. Thank you! Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

    35 min
  4. Dreaming of a Black Utopia in Trump's America

    11 DEC

    Dreaming of a Black Utopia in Trump's America

    In his new book, The Black Utopians, author Aaron Robertson tells the story of how Black folks have created many different versions of utopian communities throughout history — and why those communities tend to be especially meaningful during times of political tension and racial unrest. We want to hear from our listeners about what you like about Code Switch and how we could do better. Please tell us what you think by taking our short survey, and thank you! Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

    37 min
  5. Where tradwives and leftists agree

    7 DEC

    Where tradwives and leftists agree

    We continue our conversation about the hellscape of modern motherhood, and look into an alternative to the tradwife lifestyle. We want to hear from our listeners about what you like about Code Switch and how we could do better. Please tell us what you think by taking our short survey, and thank you! Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

    17 min
  6. Momfluencers, tradwives, and the perils of modern motherhood

    4 DEC

    Momfluencers, tradwives, and the perils of modern motherhood

    Motherhood in the U.S. is revered. Actual mothers? Not so much. But momfluencers and tradwives are stepping in to fill that void. We dive into that world to understand how it intersects with the incoming presidential administration, what it has to do with white supremacy, and where moms of color fit in. We want to hear from our listeners about what you like about Code Switch and how we could do better. Please tell us what you think by taking our short survey, and thank you! Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

    39 min
  7. The 'little r' racist idea that swung the election

    27 NOV

    The 'little r' racist idea that swung the election

    What lessons should we all be taking from the historic match-up between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris? New York Times political correspondent Astead Herndon says the big takeaway from this election isn't the divide between Republicans and Democrats, it's the divide between political elites and the American public. And he says it may be time to rethink our presumptions about how much voters care about representation. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

    31 min
  8. When Pretendian investigations go wrong

    20 NOV

    When Pretendian investigations go wrong

    There are wild stories about the fraudsters who pretend to be Indigenous, but sometimes casting doubt on people's indigeneity can cause more harm than good. On this episode we hear from the person behind the "Alleged Pretendians List" and someone whose name appeared on that controversial list. The problem? He's legitimately Native. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

    28 min
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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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  • Creator
    NPR
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2024
  • Episodes
    510
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Copyright 2015-2021 NPR - For Personal Use Only
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    Code Switch
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