Dr. Melissa Harris-Perry appears in the following:
New FDA Rules on Medication Abortion Are Still Full of Red Tape
Saturday, January 14, 2023
Last week, the FDA issued new rules on Mifepristone, making it easier for people to access from retail pharmacies, but there is still red tape that pharmacies have to cut through.
When Women’s Survival is Criminalized
Friday, January 13, 2023
How are laws that are supposed to protect children being weaponized against survivors of domestic abuse?
The New 9-8-8 Hotline Has Seen a Surge of Callers
Friday, January 13, 2023
The new federally mandated mental health and suicide prevention hotline launched in July. But are sufficient social services in place to support the demand?
The Art of Hammer Throwing
Friday, January 13, 2023
We speak with Janeé Kassanavoid, who made history last summer as the first Native American woman to medal in hammer throwing at the World Athletics Track & Field Championship.
Malcolm-Jamal Warner's No Longer Hiding
Thursday, January 12, 2023
Emmy nominated and Grammy Award winning actor and poet Malcolm-Jamal Warner joins us to discuss his latest Grammy nominated album Hiding in Plain View.
Afghan Girls Refuse to Give Up on Education
Thursday, January 12, 2023
How are the women and girls of Afghanistan responding the Taliban’s brutal curtailment of their rights?
Historic Rains are Battering California
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
Coastal counties in California have been hit with historic levels of rainfall in recent days, causing flooding and power outages. And the state is bracing for more.
Communities Grapple with Legacy of Water Contamination
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
PFAs chemicals have been linked to adverse health effects like cancer — and have been found in local water systems across the U.S.
Residents in Jackson, Mississippi Are Still Facing Water Woes
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
Over Christmas, a cold front froze and burst pipes in Jackson's already troubled water system. The city still faces an uphill battle, but they are now getting some outside help.
Brazil's Democracy Under Siege
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
Brazil's January 8th riots resemble the January 6th insurrection on the U.S. Capitol. We hear what led to the incident, and how Brazil moves forward.
Wrongful Convictions
Monday, January 09, 2023
Studies show 5% of all people incarcerated are behind bars because of a wrongful conviction.
Off to the Race in Kentucky
Sunday, January 08, 2023
The race for Kentucky Governor may end up more watched than the Kentucky Derby. We’re talking about who’s running and how a state election can have national implications.
Is Facebook Responsible in Ethiopia?
Saturday, January 07, 2023
As the civil war in Ethiopia draws to an official close, the country is reckoning with the role of online hate speech in the bloody conflict.
Taking Care of the Caregivers
Saturday, January 07, 2023
The CDC reports “25-percent of US adults” serve as caregivers to those who need support and assistance. Caregivers need support, too. We talk about why and how to support them.
What if the January 6th Insurrectionists Succeeded?
Friday, January 06, 2023
A new graphic novel "1/6" explores a dystopian alternate history of January 6th: What if the insurrection had been successful?
X-Why-Z: Three Megs and a Trend
Friday, January 06, 2023
If you’re wondering what's been trending, The Takeaway has you covered.
Convictions and Consequences for Jan. 6 Foot-Soldiers
Friday, January 06, 2023
What does accountability look like for the foot-soldiers of the attempt to overthrow American democracy two years ago?
The House Still Has No Speaker
Thursday, January 05, 2023
As of Thursday morning, there is still no speaker of the House. This is the third day of the House of Representatives’ new two-year session, and so far, it is in a state of limbo.
Healing Trauma Through Nature in Wildcat
Thursday, January 05, 2023
A new documentary called Wildcat showcases how the natural world can help humans heal trauma within ourselves.
Capitalism, Violence, and Sports as Spectacle
Wednesday, January 04, 2023
On Monday, NFL player Damar Hamlin collapsed on the field during play. We speak to a sociologist about how this incident is part of the business of violent sports.
