Finding Your Roots
Artistic Roots
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. maps the roots of director Spike Lee and actor Kristin Chenoweth.
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Finding Your Roots
Family Harmonies
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. introduces musicians Flea and Lizzo to their inspiring ancestors.
Deep Look
I Simulated Insect Vision and It Got WEIRD
Here’s what compound eyes really do — and why flies see you in slow motion.
Overheard with Evan Smith
Michele Norris
Michele Norris discusses how her latest book examines how Americans see themselves and one another.
Overheard with Evan Smith
Kirk Goldsberry
Kirk Goldsberry, author of Hoop Atlas, discusses the booming field of basketball analytics.