Saying Goodbye To The Kojo Nnamdi Show
On this last episode, we look back on 23 years of joyous, difficult and always informative conversation.
He’s known all over the world as the face of Tibet’s struggle for autonomy from China. Yet the Dalai Lama’s personal story — his upbringing in humble conditions, and his rise to prominence — is less understood. Join Kojo for a look at the Dalai Lama’s life and how his visit to Washington this week is being received in Asia.
Guests
- Thomas Laird Author, "The Story of Tibet: Conversations with the Dalai Lama" (Grove)
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