This hour on Disrupted, we speak to the chief economist for the labor department about black employment in America. We also talk with a researcher on the history and future of unions. And finally, we hear about long term health care workers in Connecticut fighting for better wages.

This hour on Disrupted, we talk to four experts and practitioners thinking about how to improve outcomes for Black mothers in the state, combating the racism in the medical system and empowering Black women to access the joy of childbirth. We'll also talk about legislation in Connecticut that would help make doula support more accessible to all women.

This week on Disrupted, we speak with two Kent State professors on their upcoming exhibition and book on the history and art of black hair.

This hour on Disrupted, we talk about vaccine access and hesitancy as the roll-out continues in Connecticut. And we discuss how educational institutions are examining issues of equity, inclusion, and belonging.

This hour on Disrupted, CNN anchor Don Lemon talks about his new book This is the Fire: What I say to my friends about Racism -- he started writing it in response to George Floyd’s death.

This hour on Disrupted, we talk to three members of the theater community in Connecticut about how the industry moves forward, and what lessons they’ve learned over the last year.

This hour on Disrupted, meet three young Connecticut disruptors. These activists are all in their early 20s and they’re finding their voices and power to speak out for issues that are important to them - from racial justice, to transportation, and environmentalism.

This hour, we hear about the challenges of equity in healthcare and vaccine distribution among communities of color.

This hour on Disrupted, we talk about joy in 2020 and how to escape the monotony of daily life by incorporating play.