I'm originally from Northern California, but I moved to Washington, DC in 2010 to attend university. I've had the opportunity to work for Al Jazeera English, The Atlantic, and Politico.
At WNYC, I'll be working on Politics w/Amy Walter. I'll be booking guests, pitching segment topics, completing pre-interviews, and editing segments. WNYC is my favorite public radio station and I'm excited to be here.
Patricia Yacob appears in the following:
The Fashion Industry Reckons with Systemic Racism
Thursday, July 15, 2021
A new guard is shaking up the status quo, demanding greater inclusion and representation on runways, in editorials, and behind the scenes.
Heat Wave Underscores Disparities for Vulnerable Communities
Thursday, July 01, 2021
As global warming becomes more pronounced, communities with fewer resources will bear the brunt of the burden.
New Supreme Court Decision Diminishes Voting Rights
Thursday, July 01, 2021
On Thursday, in a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court’s conservative justices ruled to uphold two voting laws in Arizona that critics say target voters of color.
Aligning Our Beauty Routines with Our Values
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Has our year of collective consciousness affected how we define, create, and consume personal beauty?
In 'Luster,' author Raven Leilani Explores What it's Like to Flail
Monday, June 28, 2021
The novel Luster follows the story of Edie, a woman in her twenties living in Brooklyn who is flailing in her personal and professional life.
President Biden Looks to Address Crime
Friday, June 25, 2021
On Wednesday, President Biden laid out his plans for addressing the nationwide rise in violent crime and homicides.
Musicians in Nigeria Speak Out Against Twitter Ban
Thursday, June 24, 2021
Earlier this month, the Nigerian government banned Twitter throughout the country.
How Far Has Hollywood Come on Representation?
Wednesday, June 23, 2021
One big-budget Hollywood film can do more to shape perceptions of a historic event, a political leader, or a community of people than decades of scholarly research.
Do African Americans Have Second Amendment Rights?
Monday, June 21, 2021
In her new book, Professor Carol Anderson argues that the right to self-defense is not applied equally to African Americans.
The Significance of Miss Juneteenth Pageants in 2021
Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Channing Godfrey Peoples, screenwriter and director of "Miss Juneteenth," joined The Takeaway to discuss the significance of Miss Juneteenth pageants and what they represent today.
President Biden Attempts to Reset International Relations
Tuesday, June 15, 2021
A look at what the reset of American posturing on the world stage means for diplomacy.
Vaccine Diplomacy on Display at the G7 Summit
Monday, June 14, 2021
Efforts to end the pandemic and distribute vaccines globally were a top agenda item for leaders at the G7 summit in England.
Senator Joe Manchin's Moderate Grip on Washington
Friday, June 11, 2021
Plus, the Democratic Party in West Virginia is experiencing a transformation as it attempts to catch up with the times.
What the Pandemic Meant for the Mental Health of Teenagers
Thursday, June 10, 2021
Do schools have the resources necessary to address what the last year has meant for the mental health of their students?
Construction of Oil Pipeline in Minnesota Meets Resistance
Wednesday, June 09, 2021
Many are watching to see how the Biden administration will respond to the Line 3 pipeline protests and calls to protect the environment.
Supreme Court Prepares for Busy June of Decisions
Friday, June 04, 2021
The Supreme Court will decide a number of important rulings in the weeks ahead, on everything from voting restrictions to LGBTQ+ rights to the Affordable Care Act.
What the Pandemic Has Meant for International Students
Thursday, June 03, 2021
Recent reporting in Politico found that national border closures, visa restrictions, and persistent uncertainty have forced international students to leave campus.
Texas Democrats Walk Out of Legislative Session to Protest Restrictive Voting Legislation
Wednesday, June 02, 2021
Texas Democrats have referred to the bill as "anti-voter legislation" and are demanding federal legislation to shore up elections nationwide.
The Status of Laws and Policies Targeting the Transgender Community
Tuesday, June 01, 2021
Across the country, state legislators have introduced bills that target members of the transgender community.
Let's Celebrate Black Joy
Thursday, May 27, 2021
Finding moments of Black joy has become an outlet from what can feel like a never-ending cycle of news about the pandemic and other injustices.
