The Origins of the Border Wall, Assimilating into America, Guy Branum Finds Humanity in Humor

Martin Smith discusses his latest documentary for Frontline, Separated: Children at the Border, which takes an inside look at what happens to immigrant children separated from their parents. Rachel St. John talks about the origins of the border wall between Mexico and the U.S. and how it's transformed from an international boundary to a humanitarian crisis. Amitava Kumar explores the nuances of cultural understanding in his new novel. Guy Branum discusses finding his way out of small-town America to become a writer and comedian. 

This episode is guest hosted by Duarte Geraldino.