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Exclusive - Sherman Alexie Extended Interview

Season 21 E 104 • 05/09/2016

Sherman Alexie discusses "Thunder Boy Jr." and the importance of names in Native American culture.

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As Republicans reluctantly come to terms with Donald Trump as their presidential candidate, Jordan Klepper and Hasan Minhaj celebrate the GOP's discontentment.
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Sherman Alexie - "Thunder Boy Jr." and Creating a Name for Yourself

Sherman Alexie discusses the inspiration behind his children's book "Thunder Boy Jr." and explains why the Washington Redskins' team name is offensive.
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Exclusive - Sherman Alexie Extended Interview

Sherman Alexie explains how his father's funeral inspired him to write the children's book "Thunder Boy Jr." and weighs in on Native American representation in the U.S.
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Negotiating North Carolina's Transphobic Bathroom Bill

After the U.S. government files a lawsuit against North Carolina for its transphobic legislation, Adam Lowitt breaks down what the state can do to win.
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Joe Morton - Discovering the Many Sides of Dick Gregory in "Turn Me Loose"

Joe Morton chats about portraying Rowan Pope on "Scandal" and explains what attracted him to the role of comedian and activist Dick Gregory in the play "Turn Me Loose."
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