Saying Goodbye To The Kojo Nnamdi Show
On this last episode, we look back on 23 years of joyous, difficult and always informative conversation.
The list of those who passed away in 2013 includes giants from the worlds of politics and popular culture. The world also said goodbye this year to many people who may have been less noticeable, but whose subtle influences affected our everyday lives — from the inventor of the computer mouse to a legendary “door man” at a prominent Washington music venue. We reflect on the stories of those lost in 2013.
Nelson Mandela, former South African president and global icon for peace, died Dec. 5, 2013.
Margaret Thatcher, Britain’s first female prime minister, died April 8, 2013.
Veteran White House journalist Helen Thomas died July 20, 2013.
Former Louisiana Rep. Lindy Boggs died July 27, 2013.
James Gandolfini, best known for playing Tony Soprano on HBO’s “The Sopranos,” died June 19, 2013.
Legendary musician Lou Reed died Oct. 27, 2013.
Folk singer Richie Havens, who opened Woodstock, died April 22, 2013.
Former Sen. Harry Byrd of Virginia died July 20, 2013.
Oscar-nominated actress Karen Black, known for her roles in “Five Easy Pieces” and “Easy Rider,” died Aug. 8, 2013.
“Fast and Furious” star Paul Walker died Nov. 30, 2013.
Tandyn Almer, composer of “Along Comes Mary,” died Jan. 8, 2013.
President Hugo Chavez of Venezuela died March 5, 2013.
On this last episode, we look back on 23 years of joyous, difficult and always informative conversation.
Kojo talks with author Briana Thomas about her book “Black Broadway In Washington D.C.,” and the District’s rich Black history.
Poet, essayist and editor Kevin Young is the second director of the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture. He joins Kojo to talk about his vision for the museum and how it can help us make sense of this moment in history.
Ms. Woodruff joins us to talk about her successful career in broadcasting, how the field of journalism has changed over the decades and why she chose to make D.C. home.