Romare Bearden first came to public attention in the 1960s as one of a group of artists inspired by the civil rights movement. The National Gallery of Art now recognizes him as one of America’s greatest and most innovative artists in its first major exbibit of an African American artist. Diane and her guests talk about the ideas and places that influenced the diversity of his work.
The Biden administration has released a proposal to raise standards in nursing homes. Why one expert calls it the most significant development for the industry in decades -- and why it might still not be enough.
Legal analyst Kimberly Wehle on the 14th Amendment and whether it can be used to keep Donald Trump off the ballot.
Diva Denyce Graves talks about her storied career and her new push to make opera more diverse -- and more relevant.
Another school year has begun. Diane talks to AP education reporter Bianca Vazquez Toness about the lingering effects of the pandemic on schools, students and learning.