We revisit those moments of calm before the storm, when things could have gone very differently, but instead, they went to hell.
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Jack Kurtz
Prologue
Act One
Where Have You Gone, Barbara Jordan? Our Nation Turns Its Lonely Eyes to You
Back in the 1990s, a bipartisan team led by the charismatic Barbara Jordan came up with a solution to the immigration debate that would have fixed a lot the things we’re arguing about today. Producer Miki Meek tells the story. (31 minutes)
Act Two
Director’s Cut
Comedian Will Weldon’s ex-wife made a movie loosely based on their marriage. Producer Elna Baker watches the film with Will as he revisits his break-up. (16 minutes)
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