The first season of 'The Wire' began 20 years ago this month. It remains one of this century's great television shows both stylish and smart, with unforgettable characters woven into a striking portrait of the depredations of capitalism in one US city.
From his early coverage of political reporters’ savaging Al Gore to his incisive critique of their Joe Biden coverage right before he died, he got it. And he will be missed.
CHICAGO This is a story about a podcast in which two old friends rarely disagree, always get along, and though they are discussing race and social justice and the sorry state of the world, voices remain low, tones remain civil and conversation always seems thoughtful.