B.A. Parker

Join Joseph McGill Jr., a passionate history and culture preservationist, as he shares insights on the Slave Dwelling Project, which honors the legacy of enslaved individuals. B.A. Parker offers a personal connection to her family's history linked to a North Carolina plantation, highlighting the importance of understanding one's roots. Charles Blow engages in a powerful discussion on Black power and reverse migration to the South, advocating for political empowerment. Together, they explore how recognizing ancestral pasts can pave the way for a brighter future.

Andrew Limbong, NPR culture reporter and Book of the Day host; B.A. Parker, NPR Code Switch host exploring contemporary relevance; Barry Hardyman, NPR investigations editor offering cultural commentary. They spar over Little Women’s modern touches, Blade Runner’s mood-driven translation, the satirical rework of Starship Troopers, and the immersive film take on The Nickel Boys. Short, lively takes and spirited debates.

B.A. Parker, host on NPR's Code Switch, and Andrew Limbong, cultural reporter and podcast host, dive into the whimsical world of dream TV crossovers. They explore imaginative mashups like Gilmore Girls and Nashville, where Lane's band evolves musically. B.A. pitches a tonal blend of Abbott Elementary with The Leftovers, merging joy and grief. The fun continues with discussions on Only Murders in the Building teaming up with Brooklyn Nine-Nine and how its detectives would help untangle a murder, along with a culinary laugh connecting The Bear and Happy Endings.