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Beetlejuice is back, in a supernatural screwball sequel
Director Tim Burton seems more interested in updating than duplicating his 1988 hit. Beetlejuice Beetlejuice demonstrates affection for the characters and genuine curiosity in how they’re doing now.
'Atlantic' Writer Says Current Election Is A 'Stress Test' Of American Democracy
by Terry Gross
Atlantic writer Barton Gellman discusses what the election has revealed about our system's weaknesses — and what he's learned about the Trump and Biden legal strategies if the election is contested.
'How To Make A Slave' Author On The Advice That Changed His Writing Career
by Terry Gross
Jerald Walker talks about growing up on Chicago's South Side, raising his two sons in a predominantly white suburb and preventing his essays from turning into clichés about the Black experience.
From Springsteen To Stevie Wonder, Veteran Musicians Capture The Moment
by Ken Tucker
Three new songs from established acts speak to the times: "Ghosts," by Bruce Springsteen; "Can't Put It in the Hands of Fate," by Stevie Wonder; and "Didn't Want to Be This Lonely," by The Pretenders.
Remembering Billy Joe Shaver, Songwriter Of Country's Outlaw Movement
by Terry Gross
Shaver, who died Oct. 28, wrote songs for Johnny Cash, Kris Kristofferson, Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan and Elvis Presley, among others. Originally broadcast in 1994 and 2005.
'The Cold Millions' Takes On The Dented Dream Of American Social Mobility
by Maureen Corrigan
Jess Walter's sweeping new novel, which traces the adventures of two vagabond brothers, is set against the backdrop of the free speech demonstrations that erupted in Spokane, Wash., in 1909 and 1910.
Denial And Lies Are 'Almost An Intrinsic Part Of An Epidemic,' Doctor Says
by Dave Davies
Apollo's Arrow author Nicholas Christakis says we're likely to be living with pandemic-related social restrictions into 2022 — even if an effective vaccine is developed.
After Covering Civil War Overseas, Journalist Examines U.S. Militia Movement
by Terry Gross
Atlantic writer Mike Giglio profiles the Oath Keepers, a pro-Trump militia group, in a new article. "They believe that there is a very strong likelihood of civil violence in America," he says.