Xinran hosted a call-in radio program in Beijing which for eight years told the heart-rending true stories of women’s lives in China.
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Simon Rich talks about his new collection of humorous short stories, "Spoiled Brats."
Theseus killed the Minotaur in the maze in Crete thousands of years ago. Well, according to Steven Sherrill, the Minotaur is now a short- order cook in the American South.
"I can't remember a time when I wasn't drawing," says Molly Crabapple. "I can't not draw. It's how I relate to the world." And Crabapple's art - her drawings, paintings and posters - have ignited various political causes, from the Occupy Movement to protests against the treatment of prisoners in Guantanamo. She tells Anne Strainchamps how art can be a political tool.
Shaun Whitehead is a veteran treasure hunter. He tells Anne Strainchamps about his quests for treasure and his treasure-hunting club.
Steve Paulson produced this report on Abolitionist John Brown which explores the question of whether terrorism is ever justified.
“How To Lose Friends and Alienate People” is the title of Toby Young’s memoir of his experience working for “Vanity Fair” magazine. The book was so successful, Young turned it into a play.
Electronic music pioneer Suzanne Ciani talks about her electronic music and sound work.
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