The Broadside
During each episode of this weekly podcast, host Anisa Khalifa examines one story happening in the heart of the American South. From news to arts and culture, The Broadside dives into issues that might not be on a front page, but deserve a closer look. Along the way, we explore the nuances of our home—and how what happens here ripples across the country. Find the Broadside every Thursday wherever you listen to podcasts.
CREDITS
Host: Anisa Khalifa
Producer: Charlie Shelton-Ormond
Editor: Jerad Walker
Audio Engineers: Sean Roux & Al Wodarski
Executive Producer: Wilson Sayre
Contributor: Elizabeth Friend
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Latest Episodes
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What does it take to turn one tiny seed into a colossal 3,000-pound pumpkin? -
The US is in the midst of one of the biggest energy infrastructure expansions of all-time. But will it come with a price?
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North Carolina is home to one of the oldest electronic music traditions in the world.
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The NHL conquered the South with a radical strategy: they built the next generation of hockey fans almost completely from scratch.
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Latinos are often portrayed as newcomers with an uncomplicated backstory in the South. But that couldn’t be further from the truth.
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Major changes to Medicaid are on the horizon. For those trying to assess the early political and policy fallout, all eyes are on rural America.
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Arguably the most important mine in the world is located in Spruce Pine, North Carolina. And we don’t have a backup.
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Country music is very white. And that's not a coincidence.
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A Black folk revival is sweeping the country and challenging long-lasting stereotypes about traditional American music.