Renowned singer Dee Dee Bridgewater recently sat down with NPR's Tony Cox, and opened up about her life and career. Among many topics discussed was Dee Dee's hair — specifically how the dreadlocks she sported some years ago invited discriminatory remarks and reactions from strangers.

In November, News & Notes will launch a month-long series all about race in America. Please share your own stories and thoughts in the comment section below, and let us know what types of race-related subjects and questions you would like to hear discussed.

The entire interview with Dee Dee Bridgewater will air on News & Notes this Monday, October 20th.