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Roots Reprised: History vs Aesthetics

Gazelle and Matt are joined by NPR's Eric Deggans and film critic Steven Boone for a careful look at the legacy of Roots. The importance of the original miniseries is undeniable - so what, if anything, is the value of the History Channel's remake?

Spoilers throughout for both the old and new versions of Roots!

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TV talk from New York Magazine's Vulture blog

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