Plus, meet the bipartisan caucus bridging divides in Congress
| November 2, 2023 | | PODCAST | Interpreting Shakespeare for Contemporary America | Staged in theaters across the country and read by almost every student, Shakespeare hardly needs an introduction, but the avenues of relating to his work are not always clear to modern audiences. Scholar and professor Ayanna Thompson teaches college students from all backgrounds how to connect with The Bard, and playwright and director James Ijames won the 2022 Pulitzer Prize for Drama for “Fat Ham,” a reinterpretation of Hamlet. They join Oskar Eustis, the artistic director of The Public Theater in New York, where “Fat Ham” premiered, for a discussion about translating Shakespeare’s messages to fit the times. 🎧 Listen | | VIDEO | Working Across the Aisle | Is it still possible to get things done in Washington? Representatives Jason Crow (D-CO) and Tony Gonzales (R-TX) think so. They’re co-chairs of the House For Country Caucus, a bipartisan coalition of military veterans working to pass legislation in national security, veterans affairs, national service, and more. They join journalist Katie Couric for a conversation about finding common ground despite political differences and how their caucus might be a blueprint for busting up the gridlock on Capitol Hill. 🎥 Watch | | INTERVIEW | Tommy Caldwell on What Climbing and Climate Activism Have in Common | From free climbing the Dawn Wall to meeting with politicians in the halls of Congress, climber Tommy Caldwell is always up for a challenge. We caught up with him on why athletes should be activists, how outdoor recreation helps bridge partisan polarization, and the trip to the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge that’s stuck with him. Caldwell spoke at Aspen Ideas: Climate 2023. 🧗🏼♂️ Read |
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