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John Asante

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As seen in: NPR, Soundcloud, Fortune, The World from PRX, WNYC (New York, NY), Nextdoor, WESA-FM (Pittsburgh, PA), Neon Hum Media
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soundcloud.com — Stories and conversations about discovering the songs you love, hate, and appreciate. Hosts John Asante and Jia Jung explore how the power of music connects us with others, influences huge life decisions, and fans the flames of unabashed obsessions. Episodes released once a month.
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The Soundtrack To Dave Holmes' Life

The Soundtrack To Dave Holmes' Life

WNYC-FM (New York, NY) — In his new memoir, former MTV VJ Dave Holmes talks about being a perpetual outsider fumbling towards self-acceptance, using pop music as his soundtrack.
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Quick-Blog Site Tumblr Takes Off In An Uncertain Marketplace

Quick-Blog Site Tumblr Takes Off In An Uncertain Marketplace

NPR — The four-year-old site is helping media outlets like The Huffington Post and The New York Times start tumblogs to better engage readers and even puts together social events so its bloggers can meet. But some analysts think people are eventually going to have to put a limit on the number of online communities they're involved with.
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Uncomfortable Truths: Confronting Racism in America | WNYC

Uncomfortable Truths: Confronting Racism in America | WNYC

WNYC-FM (New York, NY) — When it comes to race in America, who aren't you talking to? Over the next several months, The Takeaway will be featuring conversations with two people who otherwise would not sit down together to talk about race.
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Trashing the High Seas | WNYC

Trashing the High Seas | WNYC

WNYC-FM (New York, NY) — An original series from The Takeaway that explores our oceans, how human behavior is changing them, and what can be done to sustain large bodies of water for future generations.
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There Goes the Neighborhood | WNYC

There Goes the Neighborhood | WNYC

WNYC-FM (New York, NY) — A podcast about Brooklyn and the waves of money rolling into the real estate market. Developers from all over the globe are hunting NYC looking for deals that will allow them to "revitalize" neighborhoods, and make a few bucks in the process.
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'Muthaland': Searching For Identity and Hope While Overcoming Sexual Assault

'Muthaland': Searching For Identity and Hope While Overcoming Sexual Assault

WNYC-FM (New York, NY) — In her one-woman show "Muthaland," Indian-American actor Minita Gandhi talks about finding her voice, and exploring culture, identity, spirituality, and sexual abuse.
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Allison Janney Isn't Afraid to Play Troubled Characters

Allison Janney Isn't Afraid to Play Troubled Characters

WNYC-FM (New York, NY) — In a new Netflix original movie, "Tallulah," Alison Janney reunites with "Juno" actress Ellen Page. Here, Janney discusses the film and her creative process.
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Hannibal Buress On Moving To New York With '$200 And Dreams'

Hannibal Buress On Moving To New York With '$200 And Dreams'

NPR — Hannibal Buress knows how to hustle. In addition to touring as a standup comedian regularly across the country, he hosts a weekly comedy night at the Knitting Factory in Brooklyn. He has written for Saturday Night Live and 30 Rock, where he was given the opportunity to play an eccentric homeless person.
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