# Jesse Helms book explores senator's influence on modern conservatism. Plus, 'Scene on Radio' deep-dives on news media.

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Podcast: [Due South](https://stenobird.com/podcast/due-south-6665725)
Published: 2026-06-09T16:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

0:01:00 A new book explores legacy of U.S. Senator Jesse Helms Historian Bill Link’s new book "Jesse Helms: Modern Conservatism and the Politics of Opposition" explores the connection between the career and legacy of former U.S. Senator Jesse Helms and the current political landscape. William A. Link, historian, author of Jesse Helms: Modern Conservatism and the Politics of Opposition 0:33:00 ‘Scene of Radio’ returns with 8th podcast season on the state of news media The hit historical podcast, Scene on Radio, is back with its 8th season, “The News.” The series takes a deep dive on the evolution of local and national media landscapes. Due South talks to host and producer John Biewen and co-host Chenjerai Kumanyika about their work on the new season and future of news consumption in America. John Biewen, creator and host, Scene on Radio Chenjerai Kumanyika , professor, podcast creator, and co-host, Scene on Radio

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