Navigated to Bob the Drag Queen: What is Freedom?

Bob the Drag Queen: What is Freedom?

August 15
49 mins

View Transcript

Episode Description

Harriet Tubman… as a rap icon? 

Bob the Drag Queen’s new book Harriet Tubman: Live in Concert reimagines the historical icon as an abolitionist rapper in present-day America. Bob tells Sam about Tubman’s radical impact on history and why he’s obsessed with her legacy. They dive into what freedom means in 2025. Plus, Bob shares hilarious impressions (Thanks, Obama) and his thoughts on today’s protest music. 

Sign up for Sam’s Newsletter to get behind the scenes stuff from every interview each week.

The Sam Sanders Show is a production of KCRW and Sam Sanders Productions.

See all episodes

Never lose your place, on any device

Create a free account to sync, back up, and get personal recommendations.