Carl Kasell will retire from his newscast duties at the end of the year. In today's second hour, we'll talk with him about his 5 decade career, and what's next for our favorite newscaster. Melody Kramer/NPR hide caption toggle caption Melody Kramer/NPR Carl Kasell will retire from his newscast duties at the end of the year. In today's second hour, we'll talk with him about his 5 decade career, and what's next for our favorite newscaster. Melody Kramer/NPR Too Black to Hire?