Fresh Air

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  • Fresh Air from WHYY, the Peabody Award-winning weekday magazine of contemporary arts and issues, is one of public radio's most popular programs. Hosted by Terry Gross, the show features intimate conversations with today's biggest luminaries.

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  • Best Of: Alex Van Halen / Painter Titus Kaphar

    Best Of: Alex Van Halen / Painter Titus Kaphar
    Nov 2 2024
    Alex Van Halen has written a new memoir about forming the rock band Van Halen with his brother Eddie. It takes readers from their childhood to the wild ride of sex, drugs, and rock and roll. Eddie Van Halen died in 2020. Alex talks with Tonya Mosley about his grief and reflects on their relationship.

    Also, artist Titus Kaphar talks about his new movie, Exhibiting Forgiveness, based on his life. It's about a celebrated painter whose world unravels when his estranged father suddenly resurfaces.

    Carolina Miranda reviews the new Netflix film Pedro Paramo

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    49 mins
  • Remembering 'Tootsie' Actor Teri Garr

    Remembering 'Tootsie' Actor Teri Garr
    Nov 1 2024
    We remember actor Teri Garr, who died last week at age 79. She charmed audiences in her film roles and appearances on late night TV. She's best known for her role as the dim witted seductive lab assistant to Gene Wilder's mad scientist in Mel Brook's Young Frankenstein. She was later nominated for an Oscar for her performance in Tootsie. After being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, Garr became a spokeswoman for MS research and support. She spoke with Terry Gross in 2005.

    Also, Justin Chang reviews the new World War II drama Blitz, directed by Steve McQueen and starring Saoirse Ronan.

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    48 mins
  • What About Foreign Interference In The 2024 Election?

    What About Foreign Interference In The 2024 Election?
    Oct 31 2024
    New Yorker journalist David Kirkpatrick says a government command hub is tasked with tracking and protecting U.S. elections from foreign adversaries who try to disrupt them by sowing discord and foment violence.

    Guest jazz critic Martin Johnson remembers composer Benny Golson, who died last month at the age of 95.

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    46 mins

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This is a fantastic podcast

Excellent episode. There were many glitches during the playback involving jumps and skipping time etc. so it was difficult at times to follow the interview. Very frustrating and I hope Audible fixes their playback issues.

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