Before Things Went to Hell

We revisit those moments of calm before the storm, when things could have gone very differently, but instead, they went to hell. Prologue: Host Ira Glass gets his grandmother Frieda’s college files, which reveal a whole other side of this person he thought he knew so well. (9 minutes) 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) 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)