New York Times reporter David Rohde describes being abducted by the Taliban in 2008, and his wife Kristen Mulvihill discusses the efforts here in the United States to free him. Then, celebrated Norwegian pianist Leif Ove Andsnes talks about his residency at Carnegie Hall. Also, artist Brice Marden discusses his first one-person exhibition in New York in four years. And we’ll find out how social and cultural customs have influenced Egyptian cuisine.
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The Deficit Commission appointed by President Obama is close to finalizing its recommendations. Plus: observing World AIDS Day; more on the WikiLeaks leaks; and how health factors into morality.
Kirsten Dunst and director Andrew Jarecki discuss their new film “All Good Things,” based on the story of Robert Durst, who was suspected—but never tried for—the 1982 disappearance of his wife Kathie. Then, artist Kiki Smith and architect Deborah Gans describe their stained glass installation at the Museum at Eldridge Street. It’s the final part of a 20-year-long restoration of the space. Also, Anne Rice talks about her latest novel, Of Love and Evil (Songs of the Seraphim). And on the first day of Hanukah, Gil Marks shares his Encyclopedia of Jewish Food.
It’s an old Broadway tradition: theater critics hold their tongues until opening night. But bloggers and reporters don't always honor that tradition. Today on Soundcheck: how shows like the Spider-Man mega-musical are affected by a steady leak of opinions, plot details and more. Plus: The eclectic Microscopic Septet finds manna in Monk as they tackle the jazz legend's works live in the studio.
On this perennial NPR favorite, Hanukkah stories and memoirs, written by acclaimed authors expressly for Hanukkah Lights, are read by NPR's Susan Stamberg and Murray Horwitz. Hanukkah Lights celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, with four brand new works: "Finding Golda" by Margot Singer, "Legacy" by Lev Raphael," "Geek Week" ...
A wrap-up of the day’s news, with features and interviews about the latest developments in New York City and around the world, from NPR and the WNYC newsroom.
Marketplace is not only about money and business, but about people, local economies and the world — and what it all means to us.
A wrap-up of the day’s news, with features and interviews about the latest developments in New York City and around the world, from NPR and the WNYC newsroom.
A hybrid of a talk program and a newsmagazine, On Point puts each day's news into context and provides a lively forum for discussion and debate.
Tell Me More focuses on the way we live, intersect and collide in a culturally diverse world. Capturing the headlines, issues and pleasures relevant to multicultural life in America, the daily one-hour series is hosted by award-winning journalist Michel Martin. Tell Me More marks Martin's first role in hosting a daily program. She views it as an opportunity to focus on the stories, experiences, ideas and people important in contemporary life but often not heard.
It’s an old Broadway tradition: theater critics hold their tongues until opening night. But bloggers and reporters don't always honor that tradition. Today on Soundcheck: how shows like the Spider-Man mega-musical are affected by a steady leak of opinions, plot details and more. Plus: The eclectic Microscopic Septet finds manna in Monk as they tackle the jazz legend's works live in the studio.
Hear some rock and/or classical hybrid ensembles on this edition of New Sounds. There's relatively older music from the 1980's by Mikel Rouse, and some from Bang on a Can folks along with brand new music from Bing & Ruth (David Moore) and Newspeak. That, and more.
