2017

Many pop culture portrayals of Washington put the nation’s capital front and center. But beyond the politics, D.C. has a local side that deserves attention too. This year, our summer reading list highlights books to help you better understand D.C. from a uniquely local angle.

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2017 Summer Reading: Diverse Representation In Children’s Books

What are the best books you and your kids should be reading right now? Wendy Lukehart from D.C. Public Library gives us these recommendations.

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After Decades Of Pushback, The Washington Football Team Is Retiring Its Name

Tuesday, Jul 14 2020After years of protest, Washington’s NFL team is officially changing the name.

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To Mask Or Not To Mask: It’s Really Not A Question

Monday, Jul 13 2020Public health experts say wearing a mask will reduce the spread of the coronavirus and prevent more people from getting sick. So, why are masks so hotly debated? Dr. Leana Wen joins us to discuss.

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The Politics Hour: July 10, 2020

Friday, Jul 10 2020Metro General Manager Paul Wiedefeld talks about the future of WMATA and what reopening will look like. And D.C. Councilmember Vincent Gray walks us through city budget and gives us an update on building a hospital east of the Anacostia River.

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Reading Lists

2017 Summer Reading: Books To Help You Better Understand Washington

2017 Summer Reading: Diverse Representation In Children’s Books

Reading Lists

Most Recent Shows

After Decades Of Pushback, The Washington Football Team Is Retiring Its Name

Kojo For Kids: The Bug Guy

To Mask Or Not To Mask: It’s Really Not A Question

The Politics Hour: July 10, 2020

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