DONKEY: U.S. Senate Candidate Apologizes For Using Racial Slur When Trying To Say 'Bugaboo’

Join comedians Bobby Lee and Theo Von on an illuminating episode of "This Past Weekend," as they ruminate about the highs and lows of the comedy circuit, the unpredictable rollercoaster of fame, and the delicate dance with digital age dilemmas. From the contrasting ambiances of comedy clubs to engaging encounters with their audience, the duo unveils the rich tapestry behind the laughs. They explore the nuanced realms of fan interactions, reflecting on humorous anecdotes peppered with cultural insights, while seamlessly blending in their art of product endorsement with the intimate details of their professional lives.

As the conversation traverses the landscapes of societal skirmishes and self-discovery, Bobby and Theo don't hesitate to delve into deeper, more resonant topics. They address the ever-prevalent pain of racism, muse on the mysterious allure of extraterrestrial life, and candidly discuss the challenges and quirks of friendships and romantic endeavours, including the prospect of fatherhood. Through reflections on therapy's role in navigating life's complexities and sharing victories over sobriety, "This Past Weekend" takes you beyond the conventional comedy narrative, into a soulful exploration of vulnerability, growth, and camaraderie.

Born a Crime is the story of a strong-willed black mother and her mixed-race child as they traverse life in South Africa during apartheid. When comedian Trevor Noah was born in the mid-1980s, his birth was a crime under the laws of apartheid, forbade whites and blacks from mixing and procreating. Growing up during and after apartheid, Noah struggled to understand where he belonged in this racially divided environment.

Through anecdotes from Noah and his mother’s life and details regarding the elements and consequences of apartheid, Noah provides an insider’s perspective of racism, survival, abuse, love, and the importance of heritage in a society built on difference and oppression.

We need to talk about racism. But, for white people and people of color alike, talking about it can feel like navigating through a minefield. In So You Want to Talk About Race, Ijeoma Oluo offers a handbook on how to have intelligent, productive, empathetic conversations about race.

Our guide discusses and extends Oluo’s ideas for how to tackle these conversations, comparing and contrasting her ideas on race with those of her contemporaries. We also examine the research underlying Oluo’s arguments. You’ll learn about the school-to-prison pipeline, why touching someone’s hair can be a racist act, and what you can do to fight racial injustice through both conversations and practical actions.