First, Do This Puzzle
Because tomorrow is June 1st, today's game is one of categories based on the word "first." For each category, name something in it starting with each of the letters F-I-R-S-T.
Arts & Life
In 'History,' Money Makes The World Go 'Round
Argentinian novelist Alan Pauls' latest kicks off as so many good stories do: With a dead body and a disappearing briefcase full of cash. Critic Juan Vidal calls Pauls a "master builder" of fiction.
Broadway Passes The Bechdel Test With 'Fun Home'
Alison Bechdel's bestselling graphic novel memoir about growing up gay with a closeted father doesn't seem like an obvious choice for a musical, but it's coming to Broadway. NPR's Neda Ulaby reports.
In 'Spy,' Melissa McCarthy Receives Top-Billing. Finally.
NPR film critic Bob Mondello says Spy is a generous, smart, sexy comedy, surrounding a generous, smart, sexy star. It was a long time coming, but it was worth the wait.
Floating Eyeballs, Trained Bees: History's Most Cringeworthy Crusaders
The new book The League Of Regrettable Superheroes lovingly recounts the deeply goofy world of weird crusaders that popped up and, just as quickly, disappeared.
'Gershwins And Me' Tells The Stories Behind 12 Songs
Musician Michael Feinstein chronicles his experience working as an archivist and cataloger for legendary songwriter Ira Gershwin. Originally broadcast Oct. 17, 2012.
A Simplified Brian Wilson In 'Love And Mercy'
Played at different stages of his life by Paul Dano and John Cusack, the Brian Wilson who emerges from this film is a less engaging and complex creator than the real Beach Boy.
What Happens When People Are Given A Voice?
Over 20 years ago, Dave Isay's radio documentary Ghetto Life 101 was broadcast. It presented voices many listeners hardly ever hear, setting a standard for storytellers everywhere.
How Can Listening Transform An Entire Community?
During the '80s, Rev. Jeffrey Brown watched his neighborhood become overrun with drugs and violence. He decided to listen to young people in the community, not preach to them, to bring about change.
How Do We Listen When We're Unable to Hear?
Percussionist and recording artist Evelyn Glennie is almost completely deaf, which means she listens to music with her body, not her ears.