Palestinian Unity Government + Robert Battle of Alvin Ailey

Podcast Episode Summary

PALESTINIAN UNITY GOVERNMENT: Hamas and Fatah, rival political factions in the Palestinian territories, turned heads this week by agreeing to form an interim unity government under Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas. But skeptics say the deal could fizzle like many previous attempts at reconciliation. Kojo explores the external pressure to make this work and the many challenges that still lie ahead. (23 min.) ROBERT BATTLE OF ALVIN AILEY: Robert Battle never met or worked with dance legend Alvin Ailey, but he recently became the keeper of his legacy. As the new artistic director of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Battle's bringing an outside perspective to the company, but he's also mindful its political mission. We learn about the hurdles Battle overcame to earn the position, and his vision for the future of one of the world's most popular dance companies. (26 min.)