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  • Richard Dudman discusses Cambodia and his book “Forty Days with the Enemy”

    May. 21, 1971

    Reporter and author Richard Dudman discusses and reads from his book “Forty Days with the Enemy”, a book recounting his experience being held captive by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War. Dudman also discusses Michael Morrow and Elizabeth Pond who were held captive with him.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations

  • Richard Demarco

    Richard Demarco discusses art and work of Jimmy Boyle

    Feb. 5, 1976

    Richard Demarco discusses the importance of riding the art experience of snobbery and the importance of art as relevant to everyone. In addition, Richard speaks on the work of Jimmy Boyle, convicted criminal turned successful artist. Demarco prompts the question: "Is art the language that transcends philosophy?"

  • Richard Dean Rosen discusses his book, "Me and my friends, we no longer profess any graces", a premature memoir

    Sep. 2, 1971

    Mr. Rosen discusses why he has written a memoir so early in his life and speaks about his other writings. Mr. Rosen reads excerpts from his book.

  • Richard Critchfield in conversation with Studs Terkel

    Jun. 12, 1986
  • Richard Cahan and John Vinci discuss architectural preservation

    Oct. 10, 1994

    Authors Richard Cahan and John Vinci discuss architecture and photography in Chicago, focusing on the works of Richard Nickel and Louis Sullivan. Includes an interview with Richard Nickel.

  • Richard C. Lewontin in conversation with Studs Terkel

    Mar. 4, 1982

    Discussing the controversy over teaching evolution in public schools, correcting popular misinterpretations of Darwin's theories, and defining Social Darwinism with author and geneticist Richard Lewontin.

  • Richard Barnet

    Richard Barnet discusses his book "The Rockets' Red Glare"

    Feb. 20, 1990

    According to Richard Barnet's book, "The Rockets' Red Glare: When America Goes to War: The Presidents and the People," most people kept to themselves and didn't talk to one another about anything. Barnet talks about how the government would use propaganda to get people interested and thus backing the government with going to war.

  • Richard Atcheison discusses his book "The Bearded Lady: Going on the Commune Trip and Beyond"

    Aug. 27, 1971

    Discussing the book "The Bearded Lady: Going on the Commune Trip and Beyond" with author Richard Atcheison.

  • Richard and Patricia Waterman talk with Studs Terkel ; part 2

    1953
  • Richard and Patricia Waterman talk with Studs Terkel ; part 1

    1953

    Terkel interviews anthropologists Richard and Patricia Waterman. This interview is done in two parts.

  • Richard "Skip" Richeimer discusses the Free Speech Movement

    1964

    Discussing UC Berkeley's Free Speech Movement with Richard "Skip" Richeimer. There is no free speech at UC Berkeley and the university is no longer concerned with the students and the faculty on this matter. Richeimer says the main problem is whether the administration of the university has the right to control the content of speech.

  • Richard Carbray, Howard Schomer, Joseph Sittler and Gordon Zahn talk to Studs Terkel ; part 2

    Jan. 18, 1965

    Discussing "Father Roberts and Vatican III" and interviewing Richard Carbray, Howard Schomer, Joseph Sittler and Gordon Zahn

  • Richard Carbray, Howard Schomer, Joseph Sittler and Gordon Zahn talk to Studs Terkel ; part 1

    Jan. 18, 1965

    Discussing "Father Roberts and Vatican III" and interviewing Richard Carbray, Howard Schomer, Joseph Sittler and Gordon Zahn

  • Rich Bailey and Rick Cluchey discuss Samuel Beckett and theater

    Jul. 11, 1975

    Rich Bailey and Rick Cluchey discuss performing Endgame by Samuel Beckett and Beckett's influence on their careers. Duplicate to file ID 18646. This recording does not include the musical tribute.

  • Riane Eisler discusses her book, "Sacred Pleasure: Sex, Myth, and the Politics of the Body"

    Jun. 26, 1995

    Interviewing Riane Eisler, historian, sociologist, and author of the book, "Sacred Pleasure: Sex, Myth, and the Politics of the Body." Eisler discusses masculine and feminine stereotypes and the part they play in relationships. Content Warning: This conversation has the presence of outdated, biased, offensive language. 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.

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