Scientists, women, birth control, religion and ethics are among the topics covered in Bernard Asbell's book, "The Pill: A Biography of the Drug that Changed the World"

Interviewing tenor Ben Heppner.

Editor Ben Burns discusses and reads from his book “Nitty Gritty: A White Editor in Black Journalism.” Burns discusses his experience as an editor of black publications including the "Chicago Daily Defender," "Ebony," and "Jet." Studs plays "Billie's Blues" - Billie Holiday (1936); "Goin' to Chicago Blues" - Count Basie and His Orchestra (1941); and "Rosetta" - Earl Hines (1934).

In her book, "The Mirage of Safety: Food Additives and Federal Policy, " Beatrice Trum Hunter warns the readers about the dangers of highly processed foods and chemical additives.  By preparing a TV dinner, or a convenience food, Hunter says a person really doesn't save that much more time than they would by making a meal from scratch.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

British historian and writer Basil Davidson discusses Africa and his book "Lost Cities of Africa," part 2. This recording also includes a discussion with Anne Graham Bell and Tony Mott about London's youth (recorded while Studs was in England) beginning at 00:20:14. Mott and Bell portion of the interview cuts off abruptly at the end.

British historian and writer Basil Davidson discusses Africa and his book "Lost Cities of Africa." Part 1. Part two of this recording also features Anne Graham Bell and Tony Mott discussing London's youth while Studs was in England. They are not included here, in part 1.

Biologist and author Barry Commoner discusses his book "The Poverty of Power: Energy and the Economic Crisis."

Scientist and educator Dr. Barry Commoner discusses his book "The Politics of Energy." Main topics include nuclear energy, solar energy, renewable energy and the future of energy.

According to Barry Commoner's book, "Making Peace with the Planet," we, as the human species, are in and are witnessing a war between the ecosphere and the technosphere. Commoner explains that today's cars emit a lot of smog into the big cities. Trucks move consumer goods from place to place, using four times more fuel than trains. Everyone should ask themselves what is their interest in the quality of the environment and that of nature.

Architect Barry Byrne talks about Chicago architecture and urban planning, including past architects Louis Sullivan and Frank Lloyd Wrigh. Byrne discusses how "form follows function," is no longer important to architects and warns that fashion should not be followed, because buildings are forever.

Barry Byrne, architect, recalls his life and how architecture has changed in his lifetime. He discusses his childhood, the death of his father, the Prairie School, and his time working under Frank Lloyd Wright. Byrne also touches on how Chicago's cityscape has changed such as the disappearance of small neighborhoods.