
What's CODE SWITCH? It's the fearless conversations about race that you've been waiting for. Hosted by journalists of color, our podcast tackles the subject of race with empathy and humor. We explore how race affects every part of society — from politics and pop culture to history, food and everything in between. This podcast makes all of us part of the conversation — because we're all part of the... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 595 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Society & Culture | |||

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So informative, open minded and on point 🫶
More pretentious over-enunciation please!
Thoughtful, current and powerful analyses.
Code Switch is a powerful podcast that continues to help me understand where tropes, trends and political ideologies in the US come from, how they connect to the present moment, and where they might lead. It helps me take a step back and understand the confusing realities of race, culture wars, gender ideologies and extremism. I’m grateful for the powerful reporting NPR and Code Switch bring to my life and I hope they will continue strong into 2026. Thank you for being one of my favorite shows!
I get so much from this podcast - am learning a great deal about the whitewashed stuff I’ve been taught. My perspective is changing and my respect for my Black neighbors is growing greater and greater.
So yeah, I might not be your target demographic, but I’m glad I can sit with your stories, and I do recommend your podcast to friends.
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Conversations about race and cultural identity shape discussions on societal dynamics in this podcast, which frequently tackles the nuances of racial issues through humor and empathy. Listeners can expect to engage with a wide variety of topics, including historical contexts of racial justice movements, contemporary social dynamics, and personal narratives highlighting diverse experiences related to race. The podcast is characterized by its commitment to exploring how race intersects with other aspects of life, such as politics, culture, and the arts, presenting a comprehensive view of society from a perspective that emphasizes personal and communal storytelling.
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Code Switch launched 10 years ago and published 595 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Code Switch include:
1. Nell Irvin Painter
2. Jeremy Carl
3. Ada Ferrer
4. Michael Bustamante
5. Raul Perez
6. Jarvis Givens
7. Gloria J. Browne-Marshall
8. Katie Hamill
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