About this episode

The episode discusses various controversies and events including the Kennedy Center, government funding, the NBA Finals, and a tribute to notable musicians.

This week: controversy surrounding the Kennedy Center, questions about the Director of National Intelligence, the shutdown of the disputed government funding program, the NBA Finals, Black Music Mont and a tribute to Rob Base, Sonny Rollins, Dexter Wansel, and Peabo Bryson.

Topics covered

• government funding
• NBA Finals
• Black Music Month
• music tribute
• controversy
• national intelligence

Keywords

• Kennedy Center
• Director of National Intelligence
• NBA Finals
• Black Music Month
• Rob Base
• Sonny Rollins
• Dexter Wansel
• Peabo Bryson

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Kennedy Center, Director of National Intelligence, NBA

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