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From WRHU Hempstead, Getting To The Root is a weekly, student-driven radio program that brings community voices to center stage. We aim to shed light on important issues that you won't hear on your day-to-day news broadcasts.
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Using the letters section of cosmo magazine and listener Q&A, two black men work to provide dating advice from different perspectives and walks of life. Frank is a 20 something bachelor and Chris a 30 something divorced man looking for love. The two debate topics such as online dating, relationships, self improvement, confidence, sexual health and everyday modern topics.
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Join us as we discuss the Hollywood Writers Strike 2023, a racist toothbrush commecial, the flash vs kang double standard and our personal dating red flags. Our guest experts will provide their insights, and as always, we'll be answering questions from our listeners. Sponsored by http://www.twitch.tv/nerdmotivation Streaming Every Tuesday night at …
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Join us as we explore the world of situationships, sugar babies, online dating, and fetishes. We'll be taking a closer look at the risks and rewards of seeking financial arrangements, the pros and cons of using dating apps, and the challenges of navigating fetish communities. Our guest experts will provide their insights, and as always, we'll be an…
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We FINALLY discuss the difference between men and women in the dating world with special guests Mo and Kelly. Support our sponsors Sponsored by Nerd GEEK Culture Clothing -- http://www.nerdgeekculture.com Sponsored by Express VPN. Use code CSanders10 to save. Express VPN: https://www.xvinlink.com/?a_fid=CSanders10…
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On this episode of Getting To The Root, hear from freelance journalist for The Guardian and Hofstra journalism student Amudalat Ajasa, who discusses balancing both her busy life and reporting about the current Derek Chauvin murder trial in Minneapolis. You'll also hear from reporter Katrina O'Brien with more information about PPE's. This week, Katr…
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On this edition, we introduce you to two creative innovators in their respective fields who released some incredible work last year, one in book form, the other as a musical recording. In the first half of the show, we hear from Veteran Public Radio journalist Maria Martin, the founding executive producer of the NPR show Latino USA, who’ll tell us …
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On this edition, we take a look at the Biden administration’s initial steps at developing an immigration policy agenda. As you may know, President Biden signed three executive orders in early February that he said would lead to a more "fair, orderly, humane" immigration system.” But is it enough? We spoke with Patrick Young, who served as an immigr…
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On this edition, we explore an issue that has had a particular impact on Long Island: criminal justice, street gangs, and the history of MS-13. First we present highlights of a special panel held at Hofstra University last October called The Gangs of Long Island: Mythmaking, Policymaking and the Origins of MS-13. The panel featured two guests who k…
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Is Ice Cube really working with the Trump administration? Is the once infamous NWA member and now movie star cancelled due to political affiliation or is the cancel culture echo chamber jumping the gun yet again? This week's episode explores what happens when good intentions and manipulation of public figures collide with a high charged election cy…
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Recently Leafyishere (an infamous YouTube Troll) was cancelled by YouTube for harassment, destroying his entire legacy in one fell swoop. Was this right? Are there bigger implications to freedom of speech? Does free speech exist on the internet any more in the wake of cancel culture? Let's chat. For years the internet was a safe space for variety o…
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Ashley Brianna of Safe Haven in the City joins us for our final episode... on dating during the quarantine. So about that final episode thing. We're rebranding. Listen for more details! Check out Ashley -- Instagram https://www.instagram.com/safehaveninthecity/?hl=en Blog www.safehaveninthecity.com/lifestyle/canyoufindloveonline…
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In this episode of Getting To The Root, Julia sat down with Hadas Hayun who works for Hofstra University’s Hillel and Sydney Korman who works for Open Hillel. She discusses the importance of Jewish activism in various organizations. She also talks about the role activism plays in Jewish Identity and what the term “Anti-Semitism” means.…
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My 80 year old father joins us to talk about old school dating, aggressive women, cleaning your pubic hair and civil rights leadership. Also, my dads dog makes an appearance. Support our Sponsor Manscaped.com by using the code Sanders20 for free shipping and 20 Percent Off.By Black Man Answers Media
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Today's Episode features a fun and emotional discussion with a bartender friend in Chicago. Warning this podcast features sensitive subject matter. Support our Sponsor Manscaped.com by using the code Sanders20 for free shipping and 20 Percent Off. Follow Kelly and here Tweets here: https://twitter.com/kellymcpheeee…
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In the first episode of season 3, Julia Berk and Alex Whitbeck are introduced as the new producers. They delve into linguistics and the effect it has on the current political climate. Contributing producer Mario Murillo speaks with Dr. Lina Maria Murillo about her work in connecting anti-Mexican rhetoric to actions taken at the border, and attorney…
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This week, one of our executive producers says goodbye. Ben Abrams starts with his deep dive into one of Neil deGrasse Tyson’s sexual misconduct allegations. He then says goodbye to the GTTR community. Originally aired on WRHU-FM on 5/21/2019. Series episode #25. Music featured in this piece: Ryan Little: “West Coast” Les Hayden: “Proverb” Safir No…
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On this episode, Nailah speaks to journalist and author Ed Morales about the new term “Latinx” and binary perceptions of race and gender. Then, Dennis and Ben explore the history of gangs on Long Island, including the recent hyper-focus on MS-13. Originally aired on WRHU-FM on 4/9/2019. Music featured in this episode: Ryan Little: “West Coast”…
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On this first ever hour-long episode of GTTR, faculty advisor Mario A. Murillo concludes his four-part series from the Second Global Workshop for Indigenous Leaders held in the Sarayaku territory in Ecuador. Then, contributor Polina Mustazza explores the issue of cellphone surveillance. Originally aired on WRHU-FM on 4/2/2019. Series episode #22. M…
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This week, faculty advisor Mario A. Murillo brings us the first of four audio pieces from the Second Global Workshop for Indigenous Leaders in Ecuador. Mario explains the origins of the workshop, how he helped facilitate it, and the significance of the gathering to native leaders from all over the globe. Originally aired on WRHU-FM on 2/5/2019. Ser…
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On this episode of Getting To The Root Nailah Andre investigates New York City Mayor Bill deBlasio's plan to close the third biggest jail in America Rikers Island. Originally aired on 12/11/18 WRHU-FM Musicians featured in this episode: Ryan Little "West Coast" Broke For Free "As Colorful As Ever" Safir Nou "Land-escape"…
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This week, the producers sit down for an exclusive interview with controversial Puerto Rican independence activist Oscar López Rivera. During the discussion, Rivera talks about his commutation under President Obama, Hurricane Maria, Puerto Rico's infrastructure, and more. Originally aired on WRHU-FM on 11/13/2018. Series episode #18. Music featured…
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This week, contributor Raffaella Tonani takes a look at reproductive rights in Argentina, and Nailah Andre investigates the impact of local libraries. Originally aired on WRHU-FM on 10/23/2018. Series episode #16. Music featured in this piece: Ryan Little: "West Coast" Broke For Free: "As Colorful As Ever"…
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In our Season 2 premiere, Nailah Andre explores a student-lead campaign to relocate a controversial statue of Thomas Jefferson on Hofstra's campus, and renowned author Ta-Nehisi Coates weighs in on the issue. Then, Ben Abrams explores the emerging realm of Cuban private businesses in part two of his series "¿Cuba Nueva?" Originally aired on WRHU-FM…
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In our twelfth episode, Executive Producer Nailah Andre speaks with Alane Fagin, Executive Director of Child Abuse Prevention Services (CAPS) about their work in Long Island schools to prevent abuse of all kinds. Then, contributor Marli Delaney highlights Elevate Nepal, a non-profit organization that provides relief efforts to Nepalese citizens in …
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