Jay Cowit appears in the following:
Here's The Cheap Trick/N.W.A. Mashup You Never Knew You Wanted
Thursday, December 17, 2015
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Radio Drama: If Drones Replaced Santa’s Reindeer
Friday, December 04, 2015
What's on your Christmas list? Robot drones are this year's must-have toy—about a million drones will be sold during the holiday season.
The Biggest Challenges Facing America and The World
Monday, September 07, 2015
From extreme poverty to inequality and climate change, The Takeaway explores how citizens and governments are acting to better the world in the 21st century.
The Eclectic Sound of DJ Goldroom
Tuesday, September 01, 2015
DJ, producer, songwriter, and bandleader Josh Legg, known as DJ Goldroom, is an electronic artist inspired by the likes of Bob Dylan and Nirvana.
A World Music Tour Worthy of Its Name
Saturday, August 01, 2015
The Takeaway Weekender Podcast hears from singer-songwriter Joss Stone about her music's world influences. Her new album "Water For Your Soul" dropped on Friday.
The X Ambassadors: From The Basement to The Billboard Charts
Tuesday, July 28, 2015
We speak to the band the X Ambassadors about their new album, "VHS," and how their mostly shared childhood shaped their musical paths.
Atticus Finch as a Racist: Listeners React
Tuesday, July 14, 2015
With the knowledge that Atticus Finch is racist in Harper Lee's new book, "Go Set a Watchman," we asked listeners their thoughts on the new book.
After Bitter Debate, South Carolina Votes To Drop Confederate Flag
Thursday, July 09, 2015
"I'm willing to remove that flag from the pole at some point if it causes a twinge in the hearts of my friends," Rep. Michael Pitts said as South Carolina votes on the Confederate flag.
Band "Bash The Trash" Turns Rubbish Into Music
Wednesday, July 08, 2015
The two couples in "Bash The Trash" scour junk for pieces that could make music. Then they make instruments, embodying science, art and sustainability in their sound.
Amy Helm Carries Her Father's Legacy In Solo Debut
Tuesday, July 07, 2015
Amy Helm, daughter of the late Levon Helm of The Band, releases her solo debut later this month. She joins us to talk about following her dad's footsteps and the music community.
Tales From The Towers
Friday, July 03, 2015
This holiday weekend, we're exploring a special place that's come to represent an enduring symbol of patriotism and freedom in American culture: The World Trade Center.
The Radical & Distinctly Modern Sound of Sam Lee
Tuesday, June 30, 2015
Mercury Prize-nominated British folk polymath Sam Lee drops by to discuss his new album and perform in-studio.
Help Us Pick The Ultimate Summer Anthem
Tuesday, June 16, 2015
Summer is not official until there is an anthem, and 2015 is missing a summer song.
Fighting Fracking With Music
Monday, June 15, 2015
The new record "Buy This Fracking Album" hopes to raise awareness of the dangers of fracking.
The Weekender: Love, Marriage and The Law
Saturday, June 06, 2015
This weekend, The Takeaway explores love and marriage as we await the Supreme Court's ruling on same-sex marriage.
The Surprising Origins of 6 Classic Songs
Thursday, June 04, 2015
The guitar riff to "Can't Get No Satisfaction" was nearly lost while Keith Richards was on a booze and drug-filled bender. We explore other popular songs that have unlikely origins.
Extended Interview: Rashida Jones on Fighting the Teen Porn Industry
Saturday, May 30, 2015
The team behind the new documentary "Hot Girls Wanted"—co-directors Jill Bauer and Ronna Gradus, and producer Rashida Jones— discuss their new film.
From Ukraine to Carnegie Hall
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Last month, 24-year-old Ukrainian guitarist Marko Topchii made his American debut at Carnegie Hall after playing for nearly his entire life in Ukraine.
The DeflateGate Verdict: Fans React
Monday, May 11, 2015
The Takeaway shares reactions to NFL's investigation into deflategate scandal, and Host John Hockenberry gives his own take.
