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The Kojo Nnamdi Show

The Kojo Nnamdi Show

WAMU 88.5

The Kojo Nnamdi Show is a daily talk show — a meeting space for curious Washingtonians to make sense of the communities where they live and work. We'll introduce you to the people shaping the present and future of the region, tap into fascinating local stories, explore overlooked local history, and meet up-and-coming talent from around the region.
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The Kojo Nnamdi Show - The Politics Hour: March 5, 2021
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03/05/21 • 52 min

Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman (D) talks about the county's vaccine rollout and making the tax code more progressive. And D.C. Councilmember Vincent Gray (D-Ward 7) talks about disparities in the District's vaccinations and how the pandemic has affected plans to bring a hospital east of the Anacostia River.

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The Kojo Nnamdi Show - The Politics Hour: February 19, 2021
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02/19/21 • 52 min

Fairfax County Board Chair Jeff McKay talks about the coronavirus vaccine rollout. And Congressman Jamie Raskin (D-MD) discusses the Senate impeachment trial.

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Kojo talks with author Briana Thomas about her book “Black Broadway In Washington D.C.,” and the District’s rich Black history.

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Poet, essayist and editor Kevin Young is the second director of the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture. He joins Kojo to talk about his vision for the museum and how it can help us make sense of this moment in history.

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The Kojo Nnamdi Show - A Conversation With PBS NewsHour’s Judy Woodruff
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03/30/21 • 26 min

Ms. Woodruff joins us to talk about her successful career in broadcasting, how the field of journalism has changed over the decades and why she chose to make D.C. home.

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The Kojo Nnamdi Show - Digging Into Maryland’s Past

Digging Into Maryland’s Past

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03/30/21 • 23 min

After almost 90 years of searching, archeologists have uncovered St. Mary's fort, the founding site of the Maryland colony.

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The Kojo Nnamdi Show - Kojo For Kids: WNBA Superstar Elena Delle Donne
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03/29/21 • 26 min

She led the Mystics to 2019 WNBA championship. Hear why she says, "life is more than a game."

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The Kojo Nnamdi Show - The Year Of COVID And How It Changed Our Lives Forever
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03/17/21 • 23 min

We look back at the tumultuous, trying and unprecedented times of the past year.

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The Kojo Nnamdi Show - Did You Hear The Buzz? Cicadas Are Coming Back
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03/16/21 • 26 min

It's been 17 years since Brood X cicadas emerged en masse in the D.C. region. University of Maryland's Michael Raupp, aka The Bug Guy, tells us what to expect.

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The Kojo Nnamdi Show - The Politics Hour: March 12, 2021
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03/12/21 • 52 min

Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton (D-VA, 10th District) talks about the $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief package. And Montgomery County Councilmember Nancy Navarro (D-District 4) talks about vaccine equity.

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FAQ

How many episodes does The Kojo Nnamdi Show have?

The Kojo Nnamdi Show currently has 208 episodes available.

What topics does The Kojo Nnamdi Show cover?

The podcast is about Radio, Public, Show, Society & Culture, National, Podcasts and Npr.

What is the most popular episode on The Kojo Nnamdi Show?

The episode title 'Kojo For Kids: NASA Astrophysicist Michelle Thaller' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The Kojo Nnamdi Show?

The average episode length on The Kojo Nnamdi Show is 34 minutes.

How often are episodes of The Kojo Nnamdi Show released?

Episodes of The Kojo Nnamdi Show are typically released every 23 hours.

When was the first episode of The Kojo Nnamdi Show?

The first episode of The Kojo Nnamdi Show was released on May 22, 2020.

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