In this Washington Post Live conversation from Sept. 14, historian and best-selling author Ibram X. Kendi discusses his new children’s book, “Magnolia Flower,” what inspired him to adapt the writing of Zora Neale Hurston and why the latest push to ban books isn’t new.

In this Washington Post Live conversation from July 7, actress Michaela Jaé Rodriguez discusses being the first out trans actress to win a Golden Globe, her historic role as Blanca Evangelista in the FX series “Pose,” and her current starring role alongside Maya Rudolph in the Apple TV Plus series “Loot.”

In this Washington Post Live conversation from Dec. 7, 2021, Billy Porter discusses his memoir, “Unprotected,” and opens up about his journey from the poverty of Pittsburgh to becoming the Tony, Grammy and Emmy-winning singer, actor and producer he is today.

In this Washington Post Live conversation from July 7, Waithe and Rajani discuss Hillman Grad, the production company Waithe founded in 2015 to serve as a pipeline for marginalized storytellers; the shows “Master of None” and “The Chi,” which put Waithe on the map; and what it takes to make Hollywood more equitable.

In this Washington Post Live conversation from June 21, MSNBC anchor Katy Tur discusses her new memoir, “Rough Draft,” growing up with parents who pioneered “breaking news chopper reporting,” the impact of her father’s anger on her family, and her father's mid-50s transition from Bob to Zoey.