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Cleveland Amory strikes back

BROADCAST: Nov. 14, 1979 | DURATION: 00:45:34

Synopsis

The outspoken reporter, critic, and commentator joins Studs to discuss his book, The Trouble with Nowadays: A Curmudgeon Strikes Back.

*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations
 

Details

Broadcast Date
Nov. 14, 1979

Duration
45 minutes, 34 seconds

Topics

Advocacy Journalism & Broadcasting

People

Authors, Writers Social Reformers Journalists

Tags

Amory, Cleveland Audiotapes Radio programs WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) Anti-cruelty

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