The music professor and well-traveled concertmaster of several orchestras joins Studs to discuss Bach, William Jennings Bryan, and the Chautauqua education and social movement.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

The actor and political activist shares with Studs her thoughts on the state of theater and civil rights. Includes clips of Terkel's interviews with Dee and Ossie Davis at the 1963 March on Washington, and a clip of the activist poet John Beecher.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

The actor, director, and playwright of the Goodman Theater's Panto (AKA Pantomine) join Studs to discuss its major themes of colonialism and racial role reversal.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

The celebrated tenor visits with Studs to talk about his appreciation for Puccini and Verdi.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

The director of The Arve Connection Dance Company talks about how he incorporates modern jazz and rock sounds into his choreography.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

Phil Janik talks about the little notes that he left for his wife and daughter before leaving for work every day. Phyllis Janik, inspired by her father's hard work and dedication, went on to pursue a career in poetry, fiction, and education.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

The Jamaican actor, writer, and performer Ranny Williams talks about the music and dance traditions of his native land, including those celebrated in the popular Junkanoo festivals.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations

The distinguished Indian American novelist sits down with Studs to discuss his book The Serpent and the Rope, and other works.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations

The co-founder of Minneapolis' Guthrie Theater talks about his goal to show that first-rate productions can be made outside of New York. He goes on to describe the importance of regional theater and funding for the arts.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

The American author and journalist reads from and discusses his book, The Last Best Hope.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

The singer, songwriter, and folk music ambassador returns to the States after a worldwide tour, and shares with Studs some of his experiences.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations