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  • Dr. Erna Gunther and Allen Wardwell discuss the exhibition “Yakutat South Indian Art of the Northwest Coast”

    Mar. 28, 1964

    Professor of anthropology Dr. Erna Gunther and curator Allen Wardwell discuss the exhibition “Yakutat South Indian Art of the Northwest Coast” at the Art Institute of Chicago. The traditions and practices of the indigenous groups of the northwest coast of the United States are discussed.This conversation has the presence of outdated, biased, offensive language. Rather than remove this content, we present it in the context of twentieth-century social history to acknowledge and learn from its impact and to inspire awareness and discussion. 

  • Dr. Erich Fromm discusses humanistic philosophy during the Cold War

    1963

    Dr. Erich Fromm explains how he believes the Cold War was a moment of change for humanity where it would either bring about a "renaissance of humanism or immense bloodshed and barbarism for decades to come." Using his study into humanism, Dr. Fromm warns about how the love of death can overtake the love of life as nationalism and group narcissism takes hold in different countries. He goes on to explain that humanity has to decide that they have a right to demand independence and freedom.

  • Dr. Emmett L. Avery and Dr. Arthur H. Scouten discuss the Restoration Comedy period of theater in England

    1964

    Drama historians and professors Dr. Emmett L. Avery of University of Washington and Dr. Arthur H. Scouten of University of Pennsylvania discuss the Restoration Comedy period of theater in England. The two served as editors of a twelve-volume collection that documents this period of theater in England. In this interview, the two discuss the cultural standards of the time, including how this period was when women were first allowed to be actors in productions. Studs plays "Concerto grosso in C Major, HWV 318 "Alexander's Feast": I. Allegro" - Philomusica of London (1960).

  • Dr. E.F. Schumacher talks with Studs Terkel

    Sep. 26, 1974
  • Dr. David Stark Murray discusses national healthcare

    Sep. 14, 1971

    Dr. David Stark Murray discusses national healthcare. Murray discusses how, by prioritizing the business aspect of the medical industry in the United States, this often leads to problems in quality of care. He uses the example of blood donations, volunteer-based versus receiving money for this action, to illustrate this point.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

  • Dr. Dalma Hunyadi Brunauer sings and discusses Bulgarian folk music ; part 2

    Oct. 16, 1962

    *Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

  • Dr. Dalma Hunyadi Brunauer sings and discusses Bulgarian folk music ; part 1

    Oct. 16, 1962

    *Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

  • Dr. Christopher Riche Evans discusses dreams, the human brain, and computers

    1966

    Psychologist and computer scientist Dr. Christopher Riche Evans discusses dreams, the human brain, and computers. [Last minute and a half is a different interview. No mention of the subject.]

  • Dr. Charles Clements talks with Studs Terkel

    Apr. 13, 1984

    Discussing observations and experiences as a medical practioner in Vietnam and then Central America, principally, El Salvador with Charlie Clements M.D.

  • Dr. Charles Clements discusses his book "Witness to War"

    Apr. 29, 1985

    After having flown 50 missions in Vietnam, Charles Clements went to medical school and became a physician and a human rights activist. Dr. Clements talks about his observations in the poorest sections of Nicaragua. Because medicine for the poor people was considered contraband, Clements had to resort to putting rusty nails into a cup of water and having his patients drink the water for iron supplements. Clements reminds the audience if we don't know our history, we are bound to repeat it.

  • Dr. Carlo Levi discusses Italian literature; Julio & Phillipo sing nursery rhymes, Maria Caniglia discusses opera; part 2

    1962

    Dr. Carlo Levi talks about the differences in Italian and American literature in the first part. In the second part, children Julio and Phillipo sing Italian nursery rhymes. In the last part, Maria Caniglia and husband Pino Donati discuss opera; part 2.

  • Dr. Carlo Levi discusses his exile and humanity in southern Italy after WW2; part 1

    1962

    Dr. Carlo Levi talks about his book "Christ Stopped at Eboli", the human condition, and compassion for those suffering during and after World War 2.

  • Dr. C. L. R. James discusses his book "Black Jacobins"

    1970

    Trinidadian historian Dr. C.L.R. James discusses his book "The Black Jacobins: Toussaint L'Ouverture and the San Domingo Revolution." The book was originally published in 1938. At the end of the interview, the song "Voodoo American: Bya Bulako" by Michel LaRue is played (00:46:26-00:51:

  • Dr. Bertram Carnow and Bob and Joan Ericksen

    Dr. Bertram Carnow, and Joan and Bob Ericksen discuss health hazards in work environments

    Jun. 5, 1974

    Discussing health hazards in work environments and environmental pollution. Interviewing Dr. Bertram Carnow and Bob and Joan Ericksen.

  • Dr. Bertram Carnow

    Dr. Bertram Carnow discusses the environment and pollution

    Aug. 24, 1973

    Interviewing Dr. Bertram Carnow about environmental health, air pollution, and occupational diseases.

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