Saying Goodbye To The Kojo Nnamdi Show
On this last episode, we look back on 23 years of joyous, difficult and always informative conversation.
This weekend, a snowball fight in downtown D.C. devolved into a sensational news story when a plainclothes police officer pulled a handgun on participants. Video of the incident went viral, and ended up on national new sites. We find out what happened, and explore how hyper-local news stories are often in the eye of the beholder.
Guests
- Jason Cherkis Reporter, Washington City Paper
- Yousef Ali Snowfight organizer / participant
Video Coverage of the Snowball Fight
The Crowd’s Interaction With the Plainclothes Officer:
Please note: This video contains language that some viewers may find offensive.
Aerial View:
Street View:
CNN’s Coverage:
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