Roots

Type: Media

As of November 2026, Roots has been mentioned in 2 episodes across 2 podcasts, first heard Feb 2023 on Dan Carlin. Mentioned in passing as part of a broader discussion on media and history.

Raíces is a 1955 Mexican drama film directed by Benito Alazraki. It was entered into the 1955 Cannes Film Festival.

Roots at a glance
Mentioned in2 episodes on 2 podcasts (as of November 2026)
First heardFeb 2023 on Dan Carlin
Format1955 film
CreatorAlex Haley
Released1976

What do podcasts say about Roots?

2 quotes from Terry Gross, recorded on Fresh Air and Dan Carlin.

  • I could relate to what was going on in that story very much because...
    Terry Gross · Fresh Air · · Episode
  • Roots was a groundbreaking TV series from the 1970s.
    Dan Carlin · · Episode

How do different shows talk about Roots?

2 shows discussed Roots in these episodes.

Who talks about Roots on podcasts?

Terry Gross brought up Roots; the most recent mention was Jul 2025 on Fresh Air.