Saying Goodbye To The Kojo Nnamdi Show
On this last episode, we look back on 23 years of joyous, difficult and always informative conversation.
From a proposed major redevelopment of a Bethesda shopping area to new office and residential centers around Purple Line stations in Prince George’s County, the suburbs of Washington, D.C. are beginning to look a little more urban. But while the increase in density may be good for the region as a whole, it often ruffles the feathers of those living nearby. We discuss the successes and obstacles of that come with building densely in the Maryland suburbs.
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.