Represent is a space for discussion, highlighting movies, tv and online shows created by and/or about women, people of color, and those in the LGBTQ community. Join Aisha Harris as she dives deep into conversations with critics about the latest pop cultural news, and filmmakers about what they do and how they do it.
On his debut feature film, "Columbus," starring John Cho.
55 Min
Aug 4, 2017
We discuss the box-office hit starring Regina Hall, Jada Pinkett Smith, Tiffany Haddish, and Queen Latifah. Then, an interview with the showrunner of Midnight, Texas about her career and the NBC supernatural drama.
57 Min
Jul 28, 2017
Recap of ABC’s “historic” move to help Rachel Lindsay find love on "The Bachelorette."
58 Min
Jul 26, 2017
The controversial Netflix show’s depictions of suicide and sexual assault. Then, an interview with the host of Slate’s new docuseries about Muslim American identity.
From the wage gap disputes at the CBS police procedural to Muslim representation in Kumail Nanjiani’s indie rom-com.
On how the show pulls from her personal life and Latinx representation on screen.
On marketing a film aimed squarely at black sensibilities and the concept of black joy.
Recap of ABC’s “historic” move to help Rachel Lindsay find love on "The Bachelorette."
Recap of ABC’s “historic” move to help Rachel Lindsay find love on "The Bachelorette."
On making the leap from indie films, the rarity of black female protagonists in YA, and addressing criticism about how her new movie portrays disability.
On her new indie comedy, music as couple’s therapy, and why she employed an all-female production crew.
We break down Hulu’s adaptation of Margaret Atwood’s dystopian novel with Slate's Katy Waldman.
On his memorable Emmy speech, responding to criticism, and filming Season 2 in the midst of Trump’s election.
On his new Comedy Central show Problematic and the legacy of The Champs podcast.
On shutting down twitter trolls, writing for The Nightly Show, and her new Comedy Central pilot.
On centering queer millennials of color in their critically-acclaimed web series.
On getting his start on Girlfriends and his new TruTV lifestyle series Upscale.
On her incredible career and advocating for disability representation on screen.
Unpacking Asian representation on screen with MTV News’ Inkoo Kang and Vulture’s Alex Jung.
The stars of the hit series on challenging old depictions of slavery on screen.
Exploring the Long History of Holocaust Humor and the Tricky Art of Telling Taboo Jokes
How this Film Makes a Psychological Thriller Out of the Microaggressions of Everyday Racism.
On the night Halle Berry, Denzel Washington, and Sidney Poitier made history at the Oscars.
On her journey to becoming the first black woman nominated for a Best Film Editing Oscar.
On her journey to becoming the first black woman nominated for a Best Film Editing Oscar.
The activist on his new film, Chapter and Verse. Plus, Guess Who's Coming to Oscar: The Sayonara Edition.
The activist on his new film, Chapter and Verse. Plus, Guess Who's Coming to Oscar: The Sayonara Edition.
The Oscar-nominated director on his James Baldwin doc I Am Not Your Negro. Plus we revisit Dances With Wolves with blogger Adrienne Keene.
The Oscar-nominated director on his James Baldwin doc I Am Not Your Negro. Plus we revisit Dances With Wolves with blogger Adrienne Keene.
The prominent activist shares her thoughts on this year’s crop of Oscar nominees, and the work that still needs to be done.
The prominent activist shares her thoughts on this year’s crop of Oscar nominees, and the work that still needs to be done.
From a 2011 Documentary to Today’s BoJack Horseman: Depictions of Asexuals on Screen
From a 2011 Documentary to Today’s BoJack Horseman: Depictions of Asexuals on Screen
The legendary EGOT-winner on her new Netflix show, overcoming depression, and being a Latina woman in Hollywood.
The legendary EGOT-winner on her new Netflix show, overcoming depression, and being a Latina woman in Hollywood.
The two-time Oscar nominee behind Do the Right Thing on capturing the perfect visual styles for Spike Lee, Joss Whedon, and more.
A look back on this year in representation, featuring some familiar friends of the show.
A look back on this year in representation, featuring some familiar friends of the show.
The conversation continues with a discussion of the Hawaiian Renaissance and Lilo & Stitch in this special outtake.
The actor/writer/producer on how her new FX series reflects her life as a single mom and the pressures of being a woman in Hollywood.
The actor/writer/producer on how her new FX series reflects her life as a single mom and the pressures of being a woman in Hollywood.
Music writer Nate Chinen on Moana’s depiction of Pacific Islander culture, and an interview with Disney’s legendary first black animator.
Music writer Nate Chinen on Moana’s depiction of Pacific Islander culture, and an interview with Disney’s legendary first black animator.
On her career, pushing against ageism and sexism in Hollywood, and her latest book.
The Transparent and Mr. Robot director on how important it is to have many different kinds of perspectives in the room.
The Transparent and Mr. Robot director on how important it is to have many different kinds of perspectives in the room.
The multi-hyphenate Hollywood star on playing a civil rights legend, speaking out, and the beloved drama Parenthood.
On how he confronted a difficult past while telling a story so rarely seen on screen.
On how he confronted a difficult past while telling a story so rarely seen on screen.
Film/tv writer Patricia Resnick talks working in Hollywood as a woman, in the 70s and 80s.
Film/tv writer Patricia Resnick talks working in Hollywood as a woman, in the 70s and 80s.
Represent unpacks ‘The Birth of a Nation’ with Slate’s chief political correspondent, Jamelle Bouie.
Represent discusses race and class in Transparent, and talks to actor Joe Seo about Spa Night.
Represent discusses race and class in Transparent, and talks to actor Joe Seo about Spa Night.
REPRESENT talks to writer/director Justin Tipping about his new movie, ‘Kicks,’ adolescence and sneakerhead culture.
REPRESENT talks to writer/director Justin Tipping about his new movie, ‘Kicks,’ adolescence and sneakerhead culture.
REPRESENT talks to ‘Equal Means Equal’ director Kamala Lopez and delves into Donald Glover’s new comedy, ‘Atlanta.’
REPRESENT talks to writer/actor and transgender activist, Jen Richards, about Matt Bomer being cast as a transgender sex worker.
REPRESENT talks ‘The Get Down’ and new coming-of-age dramedy ‘Morris From America’ with comedy vet Craig Robinson.
REPRESENT talks Ghostbusters and goes deep with comedian and filmmaker, Robert Townsend.
