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  • E.J. Hobsbawm discusses his book "Age of capital, 1848-1875"

    Jun. 10, 1976
  • Drs. Quentin Young, Ron Shansky and Mike Gray talks with Studs Terkel

    Dec. 3, 1975

    Interviewing Dr. Quentin Young and others about Cook County Hospital and public health services in Chicago and throughout the country.

  • Dr. E.F. Schumacher talks with Studs Terkel

    Sep. 26, 1974
  • Dr. Bertram Carnow and Bob and Joan Ericksen

    Dr. Bertram Carnow, and Joan and Bob Ericksen discuss health hazards in work environments

    Jun. 5, 1974

    Discussing health hazards in work environments and environmental pollution. Interviewing Dr. Bertram Carnow and Bob and Joan Ericksen.

  • Dr. Bertram Carnow

    Dr. Bertram Carnow discusses the environment and pollution

    Aug. 24, 1973

    Interviewing Dr. Bertram Carnow about environmental health, air pollution, and occupational diseases.

  • Dr. Bertram Carnow and Bob and Joan Ericksen

    Dr. Bertram Carnow and Bob and Joan Ericksen discuss occupational illnesses and pollution

    Nov. 21, 1974

    Both Bob and Joan Ericksen ask why is a school being built not only by two highways but right next door to a paint factory. They contend that the paint fumes can't be good for anyone to breath. Instead of asking their patients where they work, Dr. Carnow believes more doctors need to ask, "What do you do?", to determine if they're working with any hazardous materials that may harm their health.

  • Dr. Alice Mary Hilton in conversation with Studs Terkel

    1967
  • Douglas Dowd discusses his book "Blues For America: A Critique, A Lament, and Some Memories"

    May. 5, 1997

    Author Douglas Dowd discusses topics from his book "Blues For America: A Critique, A Lament, and Some Memories," including war, religion, and American history.

  • The Hidden World of Misericords

    Dorothy and Henry Kraus discuss the book "The Hidden World of Misericords."

    Feb. 10, 1976

    Dorothy and Henry Kraus describe how they discovered an entire European collection of church-located woodcarvings depicting a wide variety of scenes crafted by local artisans. Hundreds of years of political, religious, and social events shaped the portrayals, and they explore many of the illustrations in their book, focusing on the themes of labor, animals, and religion. They marvel at the skill and craftsmanship and observe that the works can be a rich source of primary research material for modern scholars.

  • Dorothy and Frank Koehl discuss China's cultural revolution and the impact it had on society and politics in China

    Aug. 2, 1971

    Studs interview with Dorothy and Frank Koehl about the time they spent doing research in China with the Committee of Concerned Asian Scholars. The interview starts with workers singing followed by a short musical from an Asian flute. They discuss the change in China's politics and society after the revolution. Specific topics in the interview include education, women's liberation, the arts, and medical care in China with some comparisons to Korea.

  • Donna Kay Borrenpohl discusses her life and interests

    Studs interviews a junior college freshman, Donna Kay Borrenpohl. They touch on subjects such as her life growing up on a farm, auto mechanic work, and gender stereotypes in career interests. Content Warning: This conversation includes racially and/or culturally derogatory language and/or negative depictions of Black and Indigenous people of color, women, and LGBTQI+ individuals. Rather than remove this content, we present it in the context of twentieth-century social history to acknowledge and learn from its impact and to inspire awareness and discussion.

  • Donald Sassoon discusses his book “One Hundred Years of Socialism: The West European Left in the Twentieth Century”

    May. 2, 1997

    Author and historian Donald Sassoon discusses his book “One Hundred Years of Socialism: The West European Left in the Twentieth Century.” Sassoon discusses the history of socialism in European countries and the social and political circumstances that lead to socialist revivals. Studs plays "The Internationale (Recording of 1944)" - Arturo Toscanini, NBC Symphony Orchestra, The Westminster Choir.

  • Donald Sassoon discusses his book “One Hundred Years of Socialism: The West European Left in the Twentieth Century”

    May. 2, 1997

    Donald Sassoon, professor and writer, discusses his book “One Hundred Years of Socialism: The West European Left in the Twentieth Century.” Sassoon explores the history of socialism in Europe since 1889 and socialism's relationship with capitalism. He explains how the 1930 depression and World War II affected the growth of socialism in Europe and America. He also explains the creation and government of the Soviet Union

  • Dolores Huerta discusses workers' rights

    Apr. 16, 1975

    Activist Dolores Huerta of United Farm Workers discusses farm laborers and immigrant rights; includes excerpt of Cesar Chavez, excerpt from Viva La Causa, and interview with Roberto Acuna.

  • Discussing their backgrounds and careers with five TWA flight attendants ; part 2

    Jul. 30, 1986

    five TWA flight attendants

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