Richard Nixon and the Magic Suitcase

About this episode

Zaron Burnett explores a legend about Richard Nixon involving jazz, drugs, and politics, while also discussing upcoming projects with his co-hosts.

In honor of April Fools' Day, Zaron Burnett digs into a persistent legend surrounding VSE regular Richard Nixon. With a little help from his pops, Zaron ventures into smoky clubs to unpack a bizarre tale of jazz, drugs, and politics. After the episode, Dana talks about her upcoming book, The Arcane Arts . Zaron discusses his role in a recent Jordan Peele documentary , and Jason reveals his real name for the first time on this podcast. * Hosted by Zaron Burnett, Dana Schwartz, and Jason English Written by Zaron Burnett Senior Producer is Josh Fisher Editing and Sound Design by Chris Childs Additional Editing by Mary Dooe Mixing and Mastering by Josh Fisher Original Music by Elise McCoy Show Logo by Lucy Quintanilla Executive Producer is Jason English See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Hosts: Zaron Burnett, Dana Schwartz, Jason English

Topics covered

• politics
• jazz
• drugs
• legend
• documentary
• culture

Keywords

• Richard Nixon
• April Fools' Day
• jazz
• drugs
• politics
• Zaron Burnett
• Jordan Peele
• The Arcane Arts

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: The Arcane Arts

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