Interviews

Fred Davie and Robert Sanchez, on a recent visit to StoryCorps in New York City.

National

In Prison And Outside, He Found His 'Iota Of Light': A Mentor Named Fred

10:22am December 02, 2016

by NPR Staff

"What is life without hope? Even an iota of light can go a long way," says Robert Sanchez, a social worker who served 15 years in prison. He found that guiding light when he met minister Fred Davie.

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Trae Crowder visit at SiriusXM Studio on October 7, 2016 in New York City.s)

National

The Self-Described 'Rednecks' Bringing A Progressive Bent To Southern Comedy

7:33pm November 27, 2016

by Will Huntsberry

Trae Crowder and two fellow comedians are progressives and, as they like to say, rednecks. It's a new and unique brand of comedy that challenges the way many people see the South.

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Leslye Huff, 66, and Mary Ostendorf, 79, in Cleveland, where they recorded their StoryCorps interview.

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Once Unwelcome News, Her Daughter's Outing Opened Door For A New Love

9:38am November 27, 2016

by NPR Staff

When Leslye Huff first told Mary Ostendorf's mother about their relationship, she took it badly. But things didn't end there. Over a decade, friendship — and even love — bloomed between the three.

Books
Arts

Long Unseen By Readers, H.G. Wells Ghost Story Finally Debuts In Print

7:19am November 27, 2016

by NPR Staff

The Strand Magazine is publishing the story, which languished unread for decades. The magazine's managing editor says it was Wells' "indecipherable" handwriting that gave the story away.

Jill Stein Discusses Recount Efforts Her Campaign Has Undertaken

5:13pm November 26, 2016

The Green Party candidate is back in the spotlight, calling for a recount in three states. Jill Stein explains that her efforts are about creating fair elections, not helping Hillary Clinton.

Zadie Smith has written several novels, including On Beauty, which was shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize in 2005.

Fresh Air Weekend: Novelist Zadie Smith; 'Daily Show' Host Trevor Noah

11:32am November 26, 2016

Smith's latest book, Swing Time, tells the story of two girls who dream of being dancers. The Daily Show host revisits his childhood in apartheid-era South Africa in his new memoir, Born a Crime.

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Remembering Leonard Cohen, Singer, Songwriter and Poet

1:55pm November 25, 2016

Before he died earlier this month, Cohen released a new album with songs that wrestled with mortality, transcendence and the question of God — themes he touched on in this 2006 Fresh Air interview.

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Saboor Sahely at his restaurant, Angie's, in Logan, Utah.

From Afghanistan To U.S., A Lesson In Love — One Thanksgiving At A Time

4:41am November 25, 2016

by NPR Staff

When Saboor Sahely left Afghanistan for the U.S. in 1978, he bore a lesson with him: love for his community. Now a restaurant owner in Utah, he has given out free Thanksgiving meals for 26 years.

Johnny Cash: The 'Fresh Air' Interview

2:25pm November 24, 2016

After recording hits in the '50s and '60s, Cash's career cooled down. Then, a '94 collaboration with producer Rick Rubin transformed the former country star into an icon. Originally broadcast in 1997.

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Ray Charles: The 'Fresh Air' Interview

2:25pm November 24, 2016

Charles was nicknamed "The Genius," not just for his great singing and piano playing, but also for his producing, arranging and choice of songs. Originally broadcast in 1998.

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