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Questlove charts 50 years of SNL musical hits (and misses)
Questlove's documentary, Ladies & Gentlemen... 50 Years of SNL Music, highlights the show's most iconic musical performances and comedy sketches — and addresses the show's "unhummable" theme song.
'Trump And His Generals' Author: The President Is Now Surrounded By 'Yes Men'
by Terry Gross
CNN analyst Peter Bergen reflects on Trump's soured relationships with Generals Mattis, McMaster and Kelly. "He's gotten rid of the most competent people he had in his circle," Bergen says.
Alex Borstein On 'Mrs. Maisel' And Being Her Family's 'Comic Relief' As A Kid
by Dave Davies
Borstein's won back-to-back Emmys for playing a tough, street-wise talent manager on the Amazon series, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. She says the character reminds her of her mother and grandmother.
'We Took Terror Out Of Their Lives': Remembering Youth Advocate Mary Previte
by Terry Gross
Previte, who died Nov. 16, spent 30 years working with at-risk youth and kids in detention in Camden, N.J. The center she ran became a national model. Originally broadcast in 1993.
Michael Tilson Thomas On The Thrills And Challenges Of Conducting An Orchestra
by Terry Gross
Pianist and composer Thomas currently directs the San Francisco Symphony. He'll receive a Kennedy Center award for lifetime artistic achievement on Dec. 8. Originally broadcast in 1995 and 2012.
'Portrait Of A Lady On Fire' Paints A Picture Of Forbidden Love
by John Powers
Writer-director Céline Sciamma's gorgeous new costume drama centers on the relationship between a young female artist and the woman she's been commissioned to secretly paint.
Ukrainian President Takes Offense At Suggestion Of Quid Pro Quo, Journalist Says
by Terry Gross
Time correspondent Simon Shuster recently spoke with Ukraine's president. After six months in office, Shuster says Volodymyr Zelensky is "quite cynical" and feels "there are no reliable allies."
Hootie & The Blowfish Comeback Album Brings The Band Into The 21st Century
by Ken Tucker
Singer Darius Rucker and his band have released their first new record in more than a decade. Imperfect Circle is a well-made and frequently thoughtful album, enhanced by Rucker's warm, buttery tones.
Maureen Corrigan's Favorite Books Of 2019: Here Are 10 Unputdownable Reads
by Maureen Corrigan