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Philosophers Adam Smith, Thomas Hobbes, and John Locke

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How Did Famous Philosophers Promote Racism In America?

Abner Fletcher

Posted on February 1, 2019 · A new book examines the ideologies of Adam Smith, Thomas Hobbes, and John Locke and how they perpetuated racist ideas and inequalities.

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I SEE U, Episode 86: Glynn Turman is The Glynn-aissance Man [Encore]

Eddie Robinson

Posted on November 24, 2023 · Renowned actor and three-time NAACP Image Award winner, Glynn Turman provides a poignant audio memoir of the triumphs and tribulations of creating legacy in the art of acting. This episode is an encore of the May 13, 2023 original broadcast.

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The week in politics (Nov. 22, 2023)

Michael Hagerty

Posted on November 22, 2023 · On Wednesday's show: We discuss the latest in local, state, and national news in our weekly political roundup. And a new documentary offers a closer look at Lady Bird Johnson through her own recordings.

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What it took to get the Camp Logan soldiers’ convictions overturned

Michael Hagerty

Posted on November 20, 2023 · A researcher from South Texas College of Law Houston talks about the work she and other students did to help bring justice to Black soldiers convicted in connection with the 1917 Houston Riots.

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Fourth special session (Nov. 20, 2023)

Michael Hagerty

Posted on November 20, 2023 · On Monday's show: We take a closer look at the fourth special session of the Texas Legislature. And veterinarian Dr. Lori Teller answers questions about pet care.

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