The Code Switch Podcast, Episode 7: You're A Grand Old Flag
Who is the American flag for? And what does it mean when people of color choose to wave it — or not wave it? Gene and Adrian dig in.
Fourth of July
As Chinese, Iranian and Indonesian As Apple Pie
The flavorful fruits originated in Central Asia; the wheat, in the Mideast. The lard? Courtesy of the Spanish. Spices came via the Banda Islands. Put them altogether for an all-American treat.
Greensboro Fourth Of July Celebration Moves Back To Downtown
The city of Greensboro is preparing for its annual Fourth of July festival and fireworks display. But there are some big changes this year.
A Bird Of Courage And A Bash In Denmark: The July 4 You Didn't Know
In the U.S., people often spend the Fourth of July grilling hot dogs and wearing their patriotic clothing. But there's more to this annual holiday than fireworks.
NC Cities Rank Low on List of Fourth of July Fun
North Carolina cities did not fare well in a recent survey of Fourth of July celebrations.
Fizz And Fireworks: Make A Patriotic Homemade Soda For The Fourth
Homemade sodas are hot these days: Americans bought more than 1.2 million home carbonators last year. For the Fourth of July, we asked mixologist Gina Chersevani to help us tap into the trend with a soda float inspired by Independence Day.