Aug 19 Watch 7:25 'Baldwin: A Love Story' frames James Baldwin's life through the lens of his relationships By Geoff Bennett, Stephanie Kotuby, Alexa Gold In the first major biography of James Baldwin in over three decades, Nicholas Boggs presents an intimate portrait shaped by the people who inspired him. Boggs traces four of Baldwin's transformative relationships that depict him not just as a fearless… Continue watching
Aug 07 Watch 8:37 New book 'Joy Goddess' reveals how A'Lelia Walker helped shape the Harlem Renaissance By Geoff Bennett, Stephanie Kotuby, Alexa Gold In "Joy Goddess," journalist and historian A’Lelia Bundles brings to life a fascinating and misunderstood figure of the early 20th century. A’Lelia Walker was more than a glamorous socialite. She was a cultural catalyst whose salons and soirées became the… Continue watching
Aug 05 Watch 9:07 'The Devil Reached Toward the Sky' documents motivation and development of the atomic bomb By Amna Nawaz, Stephanie Kotuby, Alexa Gold The U.S. altered the course of history 80 years ago when it dropped the atomic bomb on Japan. It was an audacious move that ultimately led to the end of World War II. The motivation and secrecy surrounding its development… Continue watching
Aug 02 Watch 4:47 New book explores the science behind 'super aging' and longer, healthier lifespans By Ali Rogin, Andrew Corkery, Juliet Fuisz Imagine a future where the aging process can be delayed and more people live active, healthy and disease-free lives well into their 90s. That reality may be sooner than you think, according to Dr. Eric Topol, author of the new… Continue watching
Jul 21 Watch 8:20 Top books to read this summer, according to Ann Patchett and Maureen Corrigan By Jeffrey Brown, Azhar Merchant With summer in full swing, you may be wondering what books to take along on vacation or enjoy right at home. Senior arts correspondent Jeffrey Brown has answers to that question from two of our regulars, Ann Patchett and Maureen… Continue watching
Jul 21 12 books to dive into this summer, according to our literary experts By Jeffrey Brown, Azhar Merchant, Anne Azzi Davenport Here are some ideas to help you choose your next read. Continue reading
Jul 17 Watch 7:20 Jose Antonio Vargas updates 'Dear America' to describe the process to become documented By Ali Rogin, Karina Cuevas Continue watching
Jul 08 Watch 7:50 Christine Brennan's new book 'On Her Game' chronicles rise of Caitlin Clark By Amna Nawaz, Courtney Norris From college stardom at Iowa to shattering attendance records and becoming a top financial driver for the WNBA, Caitlin Clark’s rise has also come with its fair share of controversy. Clark is in many ways just getting started and a… Continue watching
Jul 07 Watch 7:35 New book '2024' offers inside look at twists and turns of the presidential election By Amna Nawaz, Stephanie Kotuby, Alexa Gold Journalists Josh Dawsey, Tyler Pager and Isaac Arnsdorf are out with a new book unpacking the twists and turns of the 2024 presidential election. Drawing on hundreds of interviews with insiders, the book offers a revealing look at the circumstances… Continue watching
Jul 03 Watch 8:18 Robin Givhan's 'Make It Ours' explores how Virgil Abloh helped redefine fashion By Geoff Bennett, Satvi Sunkara Virgil Abloh was a boundary-breaking designer who made streetwear luxurious and luxury feel accessible. Abloh was the first Black artistic director at Louis Vuitton and the visionary behind Off-White. Beyond the runways, he built bridges between worlds that rarely touched. Continue watching