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Studs interview with Irishman, Bill Leahy, on the political complexities surrounding Ireland in the 1960s-1970s. Leahy provides some historical background of the IRA and British colonial occupation of Ireland. They discuss Irish music, the Civil Rights Movement in Ireland, and contemporary myths about Ireland. Several Irish songs were played, but many of the titles were not captured. Planksty's music was played twice.
Ronald Steel goes in-depth about his biography of journalist Walter Lippman.
Discussing the book "Layed back in Washington" and interviewing Art Buchwald.
Arnold Wesker, English playwright and writer in several genres discusses scenes from the play "Roots". Mr Wesker further discusses his plays and the current cast traveling around England performing several of his plays. The interview tape ends and Studs recalls the remainder of the interview alone as a postscript.
British writer and journalist, Anthony Sampson discusses his book, "The Sovereign State of ITT". Mr Sampson converses with Studs about the book, the ITT(International Telephone and Telegraph) Corporation and the weakening of the authority of traditional national governments by the multinational corporations/conglomerates. Mr Sampson, speaks in-depth about Harold Geneen the President CEO of ITT, and his involvement in collusion with the GOP and Richard Nixon to avoid an anti-trust lawsuit with large campaign contributions.
Discussing the book "Alistair Cooke's America" and interviewing the author Alistair Cooke.
Alfreda Wells, the youngest child of Ida B. Wells-Barnett, talks about her mother's life and work as an investigative journalist and strong champion of civil and women's rights. This version does not have music.
Author and journalist Alexander Cockburn discusses his book “The Fate of the Forest: Developers, Destroyers, and Defenders of the Amazon.” Cockburn discusses the detrimental effects of deforestation not only on the environment, but for the indigenous groups, such as the Kayapo people, as well. Studs plays "Cancão Da Terra (Song of the Earth)" - Zelia Barbosa (1968).
Discussing the book "There Are No Children Here: The Story of Two Boys Growing up in the Other America" with author Alex Kotlowitz. Includes excerpt from WFMT doumentary, "Born to Live".
Editor and writer Abe Peck discusses and reads from his book “Uncovering the Sixties: The Life and Times of the Underground Press.” Peck discusses the social and political forces, such as the lack of questioning authority forces seen during this time, that drove the alternative press to formation. This program includes audio clips of Studs interviewing attendees of a Vietnam War protest in Chicago. Studs also includes a clip of British journalist James Cameron discussing the 1968 Chicago Democratic Convention. Studs plays "The Times They Are A-Changin'" - Bob Dylan (1964).
Discussing the antinuclear movement with Sylvia Johnson, American Friends Service Committee, and two members of Greenham Commons.
The journalist and historian joins Studs for a discussion about the first installment of his memoir, Twentieth Century Journey, which weaves his personal history into the great historical events of the world around him. Includes a clip of the lawyer and politician William Jennings Bryan.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations
The British journalist and travel writer discusses her book, Masquerade: Adventure in Iran. In her research, she traveled the country while disguised as a man. She felt that it allowed her more of an ability to blend into the surroundings.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations
The author and journalist discusses and reads from his book, The Right Stuff, about test pilots, the first American astronauts, their wives, and their families.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations