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While inside a monastery, John Griffin wrote his book, "The Devil Rides Outside". Griffin talks about the first half of his book - life inside of a monastery. He also talks about how hearing music influences his writing.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations
Terkel comments and presents the music of Chanticleer, an acapella ensemble, comprised of 12 all male voices. Chanticleer discusses the following: the group vocal composition; the groups history; various recordings; and their influences. Chanticleer performs the following songs live on air: "Benedicamus Domino", "If Ye Love Me", "O Sacrum Convivium", "Nude Descending a Staircase", "When I Fall in Love", "Jesus Met the Woman at the Well", and "Magnificat a 12".