A new documentary checks out the many ways libraries are a 'Free For All'
By examining the value of libraries in the distant and recent past, this PBS film makes a compelling case for the importance of the American public library system today.
Comic Pete Holmes Draws On His Early Career And 'Churchy' Roots In 'Crashing'
Holmes, who grew up a devout Christian, says he was "basically picturing [Jesus] in the back of the club" during the early stages of his career. Originally broadcast March 21, 2017.
'Coco' Filmmakers Explore The 'Connection To Loved Ones Past'
Co-writers and co-directors Lee Unkrich and Adrian Molina spent six years creating their animated film about the Day of the Dead, the Mexican holiday Unkrich calls a time of "joyously remembering."
'Maria Callas Live' Celebrates The Astonishing Range Of A Legendary Soprano
Callas, who died in 1977, was known for her ability to merge musical notes with complex feelings. Now Warner Classics has released a box set of her live recordings — including 20 complete operas.
Could Prescription Heroin And Safe Injection Sites Slow The Opioid Crisis?
Vox.com drug policy reporter German Lopez details the scope of the opioid epidemic, and Bobby Allyn, a reporter at WHYY in Philadelphia, discusses the idea of safe injection sites.
Remembering Roswell Rudd, A Jazz Musician With An Ebullient Sound
The trombonist, who died on Dec. 21, spoke to Terry Gross in 2002 about the first time he played the horn as a kid: "This phenomenon came out, and I said, 'Damn, that's me! '"
'Get Out' Sprang From An Effort To Master Fear, Says Director Jordan Peele
Peele says that his turn as the director of a horror/thriller film comes from a "deeper place in my soul" than his previous comic work. Originally broadcast March 15, 2017.
'Louisiana Hayride Tonight' Revisits A Small-Time Show That Hosted Big-Name Stars
A new 20-disc box set contains over 500 performances from the Shreveport, La., program that served as a talent showcase for country acts in the 1950s — including Hank Williams and Elvis Presley.
Trump Claims 'Absolute Right' To Do What He Wants To The Justice Dept. Can He?
Neal Katyal wrote the special counsel regulations when he worked under President Clinton. Now he lays out the legal issues that could arise if Trump tries to interfere with the Mueller investigation.