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  • Elizabeth Drew discussing her book, "Washington Journal: The Events of 1973-1974"

    Oct. 3, 1975

    Elizabeth Drew discussing her book, "Washington Journal: The Events of 1973-1974," about the uncertain times during the Watergate scandal. She describes the Saturday Night Massacre and the military alert that were attempts to cover-up Watergate, along with how people working inside the White House felt during these events.

  • Elizabeth Drew discusses her book, "Senator," about U.S. Senator John C. Culver

    Jun. 1, 1979

    Elizabeth Drew discusses her book, "Senator," about U.S. Senator John C. Culver from Iowa. She explains how she followed Culver for ten days to learn what the day to day business is like for senators. Drew tells about some of the bills and amendments Culver worked on and how much time is spent working on them.

  • Edwin C. "Bill" Berry

    Edwin C. Berry (Bill) discusses civil rights. Part 2

    1968

    Interviewing civil rights activist Edwin C. "Bill" Berry. Part 2

  • Edwin C. "Bill" Berry

    Edwin C. Berry (Bill) discusses civil rights. Part 1

    1968

    Interviewing civil rights activist Edwin C. "Bill" Berry. Part 1.

  • Edmund White talks about his book "States of Desire"

    Jun. 5, 1980

    Edmund White talks about his book "States of Desire: Travels in Gay America," published in 1980.

  • Ed Paulsen discusses the Great Depression its impact

    Oct. 1, 1981

    Ed Paulsen discusses the Great Depression its impact.

  • Economist Robert Theobald discusses his ideas for a better world

    Jan. 8, 1968

    Poor people, politicians, guaranteed basic income and power are all among the topics that Robert Theobald covers to achieve a better world for mankind. Using the media better to sway the public's opinion, so that the politicians will vote in the masses' interests are all apart of Theobald's plan, too.

  • E. L. Doctorow discusses his career and his book, Ragtime

    Dec. 20, 1976

    The novelist, best known for his works of historical fiction, expresses hope that his book about New York City in the early 20th Century will find its way into the hands of people who don’t normally pick up novels.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

  • Dr. Samuel Floyd, Jr. discusses his book "The Power of Black Music: Interpreting Its History from Africa to the United States"

    Feb. 21, 1996

    Author Dr. Samuel Floyd discusses his projects in relation to black music and elements from his book "The Power of Black Music: Interpreting Its History from Africa to the United States." Includes an interview with Langston Hughes.

  • Dr. Samuel Floyd, Jr. discusses Black music, history, and culture

    Oct. 11, 1990

    Interviewing Dr. Samuel Floyd, author and scholar of Black music. He discusses prominent Black musicians and composers who shaped their perspective genres.

  • Dr. Samuel Epstein discusses his book, "Hazardous Waste in America"

    Mar. 14, 1983

    Dr. Samuel Epstein, author and Director of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, at the University of Illinois Medical School, talks about his book, "Hazardous Waste in America." Dr. Epstein explains the four types of hazardous waste, (nuclear, petroleum, mining, and fossil fuels) and describes how they can better be disposed of including burning, recycling/renewing, and interim storage. He also describes a case study of Hoffman-Taff in Verona, Missouri.

  • Dr. Samual Floyd talks with Studs Terkel

    Mar. 17, 1988

    Interviewing author and scholar of Black music Dr. Samuel Floyd, Jr.

  • Dr. Ronald J. Glasser discusses his book "Another War, Another Peace"

    May. 10, 1985

    Discussing the book "Another War, Another Peace: A Novel" with the author Dr. Ronald J. Glasser.

  • Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

    Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. discusses civil rights in regards to his "I Have a Dream" speech

    Oct. 22, 1964

    Studs Terkel interviews Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at the home of gospel singer Mahalia Jackson. They discuss King's "I Have a Dream" speech that he made in 1963, at the foot of the Lincoln Memorial. At the end of the program there are various gospel music selections featuring Jackson and others.

  • Dr. Linda Murray and Dr. Quentin Young talks about Cook County Public Hospital and the dynamic of public hospitals around the country

    Jan. 10, 1979

    Interview with Dr. Linda Murray and Dr. Quentin Young which discusses how closing public hospitals can affect minorities and less privileged communities. Also talks about the expectations of medical students and the dynamics of medical school.

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