Barry Yeoman: Unabridged
Journalism (and other) recommendations, along with links to my own latest work.
As the Trump administration ramps up deportations, my city is contending with the limits of its ability to protect its immigrant community. Plus, a political throwback to 1996 and some other good journalism to read.
Plus, wise words about hope from a former political prisoner, and good longform journalism to read and listen to.
You can remain informed without succumbing to every social media meme. Plus, a whale of a podcast, some spoken-word poetry, and how to find me on Bluesky.
Plus a book and some music to get us through 2025.
Relaunching our radio documentary Zydeco Nation. Plus, stories by others about conspiracy theorists, Black Appalachia, professional wrestling, Mister Rogers, Trump voters, and Snoopy.
Plus, more great journalism. And two timely songs about the North Carolina and Tennessee mountains.
Plus, some of the best hurricane journalism.
When Bruce "Sunpie" Barnes pulls out his harmonica, the spring peepers sing along. So do the pig frogs, chorus frogs, and bird-voiced treefrogs. He knows them all by name.
Revisiting the story of a gubernatorial candidate who didn't exist. Also, music videos I can't stop watching.
Plus, stories about a drug-trafficking midfielder, an exiled photographer, an unsexy rock band, and what it means to grieve two peoples at once.
Plus: lots of great summer journalism. And short videos. And Durham music.
To find out, I visited North Carolina hog country four times, and sat in churches, living rooms, and a Cessna Skylane.
