Ep 187 with Gary Younge Pt 2: History Isn’t What You Think

from What The F*** Is Going On? with Mark Steel · host WTF Productions

In Part Two, Gary Younge reflects on growing up black in Britain, covering Nelson Mandela's election in South Africa, interviewing some of the world's biggest figures, and why identity politics is so often misunderstood. Mark and Gary discuss racism, history, statues, representation, Maya Angelou, teaching children about race, and why asking better questions matters far more than finding easy answers. For Ad-free episodes, Extended cuts, Early access & bonus content go to: ⁠www.patreon.com/wtfisgoingonpod⁠ For media, press & guest enquiries please email [email protected] Follow What The F*** Is Going On? @wtfisgoingonpod  Follow Mark Steel @mrmarksteel   Follow Gary @garyounge Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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