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Retracing the steps of their ancestors

TED Radio Hour

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To move forward, the United States must confront its history of racial inequality. This hour, three perspectives on looking to the past to build a better future for Black Americans. Guests include author Joseph McGill Jr., Code Switch co-host B.A. Parker and opinion columnist Charles Blow.

Original broadcast date: February 23, 2024.

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