We talk with reporters who dove deep into the racial disparities underlying the epidemics of crack cocaine and opioids in America. Then we discuss changes that are coming for social media sites including Instagram and Twitter. We also discuss the latest in the impeachment process.
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Racial Double Standard Leaves Black Drug Addicts Locked Up, Whites In Treatment
We hear from a team of reporters who say racial double standards are a big part of the story — from the crack epidemic in the late 1980s to the more recent heroin and prescription opioid epidemic.
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A Look At Changes Coming To Popular Social Media Sites
Instagram is trying out hiding likes for some American users, and Twitter will give users more control over their mentions. We talk about what’s driving these changes and others with a tech expert, and discuss what they mean for users.
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Analyzing Articles Of Impeachment And Inspector General's Report On Russia Probe
The Inspector General found no evidence of political bias in the FBI’s investigation into the Trump campaign, but did point out errors by investigators. Also this week, House Democrats announced two articles of impeachment against President Trump. We talk with a Wisconsin expert about the developments.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Natalie Guyette Producer
- Rachael Vasquez Producer
- Dean Knetter Producer
- Tim Peterson Producer
- Andrew Goudsward Guest
- Austin Bogues Guest
- Steve Noll Guest
- Paul Nolette Guest
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