Ethan Oberman appears in the following:
Deep Dive with Dorian Warren: Passing
Thursday, November 04, 2021
For this week’s Deep Dive, Melissa and co-host Dorian Warren use the new film "Passing" as a jumping off point to explore the thorny questions raised by the concept of passing.
A Look at Tuesday's Elections
Wednesday, November 03, 2021
We break down the biggest election results from Tuesday, including the gubernatorial race in Virginia and the mayoral election in New York City.
Former Gov. Christine Todd Whitman discusses Election 2021
Wednesday, November 03, 2021
Former New Jersey Governor Christine Todd Whitman joins us to discuss election wins and losses.
Delays in Reconciliation Deal Hamper Biden's Trip to Europe
Friday, October 29, 2021
President Biden was hoping his trip to Europe would be a global victory lap where he could tout measures addressing climate change in the Democrats’ reconciliation package.
Trick or Treat: Creepy Movies to Get You Ready for Halloween
Thursday, October 28, 2021
For all the hit horror franchises, there are tons of great spooky films that have flown under the radar. Critics Kristen Meinzer and Rafer Guzman join The Takeaway to give their picks.
How 'Dopesick' Creator Danny Strong Brought the Opioid Epidemic to the Screen
Monday, October 25, 2021
"Dopesick" creator Danny Strong joined The Takeaway to discuss why he brought this story to the screen and what he wants people to learn about the opioid epidemic.
Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach Move Towards Operating 24/7
Thursday, October 21, 2021
The move towards 24/7 operation is supposed to address the shipping delays that have led to nationwide supply chain disruptions this year.
The Story of Jelani Day
Tuesday, October 19, 2021
There are still many unanswered questions about the death of Jelani Day in Bloomington, IL. The Takeaway asks what would be different if Black lives truly mattered.
San Francisco Program Intends to Make Jury Pools More Diverse
Wednesday, October 13, 2021
A bill intended to create a more diverse jury pool is on its way to being implemented at the start of 2022.
Ruben Santiago-Hudson on the Joy of Bringing "Lackawanna Blues" to Broadway
Tuesday, October 12, 2021
The Takeaway speaks with speak with Tony award-winning theater artist Ruben Santiago-Hudson about bringing his one-man play "Lackawanna Blues" to audiences during the pandemic.
Why New York State Assemblymember Jessica González-Rojas is Fighting for Immigration Reform
Friday, October 08, 2021
New York State Assemblymember Jessica González-Rojas traveled to D.C. this week to advocate for a pathway to citizenship for millions of undocumented immigrants.
The Hidden Biases of Search Engine Algorithms
Wednesday, October 06, 2021
Bias is baked into the algorithms that bring certain results to the top of our Google searches, while suppressing others.
Detainees Detail Troubling Conditions within New York City Jails
Tuesday, October 05, 2021
At least 12 people detained in New York City’s jail facilities have died this year, amid rising Covid-19 cases and a reported spike in violence and self-harm.
Climate Change Influences Voters' Urgency in German Election
Friday, October 01, 2021
Climate change drives Germans to vote against Angela Merkel's CDU party following devastating floods in Western Europe and global climate protest.
Planned Parenthood's Alexis McGill-Johnson on the Women’s Health Protection Act
Tuesday, September 28, 2021
The Women’s Health Protection Act would make abortion access a federal right and override the growing number of abortion bans that have been passed at the state level.
Afghanistan's Healthcare System is on the Verge of Collapse
Thursday, September 23, 2021
Public health experts and aid groups are warning that there could be an imminent collapse of the health care system in Afghanistan if things don’t change soon.
First Americans Museum Opens in Oklahoma City
Tuesday, September 21, 2021
After more than three decades of planning, the First Americans Museum is now open to the public.
France Pulls Ambassador Out of U.S. Over Submarine Dispute
Monday, September 20, 2021
France had been set to make the sale until the U.S. came in to strike its own deal to sell nuclear-powered submarines to Australia.
What is Citizenship?
Monday, September 20, 2021
This weekend, a far-right rally was held in Washington, D.C. in support of the January 6th insurrectionists.
The Evolution of Black TV
Wednesday, September 15, 2021
The 1980s and 1990s were full of memorable Black characters on the small screen, but that same level of representation didn't exist behind the scenes.
