Malcolm Gladwell and Kenya Barris sit down with Wes Moore, the first Black governor of Maryland. They explore Moore's journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a Rhodes Scholar, Army officer, successful author, and governor. The conversation touches on Moore's diverse career path, from finance to media to leading a large philanthropic organization, as well as his vision for Maryland. They also discuss the influence of Moore's Jamaican heritage and his mother's sacrifices on his trajectory.

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