The Power of the Word

Delve into a thought-provoking SXSW 2018 keynote conversation between Ta-Nehisi Coates, national correspondent for The Atlantic, and Jeffrey Goldberg. Explore Coates' perspectives on culture, politics, and social issues, drawing from his experiences as a MacArthur Fellow and National Book Award winner. Gain insights into his upcoming book "We Were Eight Years in Power: An American Tragedy" and his views on topics ranging from Black Panther to mainstream media, public intellectuals, and white supremacy. Examine the power of words and their impact on society as Coates discusses his writing process, including his acclaimed work "Between the World and Me." Engage with challenging questions about convincing Trump supporters and the role of black voices in contemporary discourse during this 58-minute session that exemplifies SXSW's commitment to fostering unexpected discoveries through diverse conversations.