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  • Richard Titmuss

    Richard Titmuss discusses poverty and how it keeps reoccurring

    1968

    Economist Richard Titmuss discusses the cycle and repetition of poverty, economic inequality, and obstacles for immigrants with Studs Terkel. “Fire Brigade” by Attila the Hun is played, as well as “Dance of Zalongo” and a Nepalese piece of music.

  • Professor William J. Fishman discusses his book "The Streets of East London"

    Oct. 5, 1982

    Professor William J. Fishman explores topics from his book “The Streets of East London.” He discusses Cockney culture, poverty, labor, and history in East London.

  • Kelly Swenson and kids discuss the Arts Lab Movement created by Jim Haynes ; part 2

    The Arts Lab Movement was created by Jim Haynes in 182 Drury Lane, London. Studs Terkel interviews Kelly Swenson and the kids.

  • Kelly Swenson and kids discuss the Arts Lab Movement created by Jim Haynes ; part 1

    The Arts Lab Movement was created by Jim Haynes in 182 Drury Lane, London. Studs Terkel interviews Kelly Swenson.

  • Hugh Carleton Greene

    Hugh Carleton Greene discusses the BBC

    Nov. 22, 1962

    Interviewing Director General of BBC Hugh Carleton Greene while Studs was in England.

  • Handasyde Buchanan and Miss Dillon discuss life in London, England and Scotland, bookshops, and book selling; part 1

    1962

    Interviewing booksellers Handasyde Buchanan and Miss Dillon while Studs was in England. They discuss life in London, England and Scotland, their bookshops, and book selling.

  • Clancy Sigal

    A cockney carpenter discusses his life and Clancy Sigal discusses London

    1962

    Interviewing with a cockney carpenter (until 12:14), and Clancy Sigal while Studs was in England.

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