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Tell Me More with Kelly Corrigan
Matthew Desmond
Season 6
Episode 3
In the first episode of this season, Matthew Desmond shares his insights on what it takes to make it in America. He provides an overview of how the government has dealt with poverty throughout the years and highlights what could be done better within the social security and healthcare systems. Matthew also touches on the housing market, minimum wage and artificial intelligence.
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25:51
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg on designing for safety and equity.

25:48
Writer Linda Villarosa talks about racial health disparities and how to make progress.

25:51
Army Col. (Ret.) Gregory D. Gadson on resilience and the role purpose plays in success.

25:48
Former Chairman and CEO of IBM Ginni Rometty talks about inclusion and leading by example.

25:52
Inventor and student scientist Gitanjali Rao on innovation in service of social needs.

25:49
Kelly introduces the sixth season of the series and its theme: making it in America.

26:15
Comedian Neal Brennan talks about his life in comedy and its current landscape.

26:16
Del Seymour speaks to lasting solutions to solving issues of addiction and homelessness.

26:15
Cognitive scientist Maya Shankar shares insights on change, identity, and the human brain.

26:27
Actress Constance Wu talks about her upbringing, acting and screen representation.