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Dennis Smith in conversation with Studs Terkel

BROADCAST: Apr. 4, 1980 | DURATION: 00:53:01

Synopsis

The working New York fireman and writer sits down to talk about his latest, Glitter & Ash, a novel about politics and privilege. Includes a clip from an interview with Brooklyn fireman Tommy Gates.

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

Details

Broadcast Date
Apr. 4, 1980

Duration
53 minutes, 1 second

Topics

Literature

People

Authors, Writers

Tags

WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) Smith, Dennis, 1940-2022,---Interviews Smith, Dennis, 1940-2022. Glitter & ash. Authors, American--20th century--Interviews Audiotapes Radio programs Smith, Dennis, 1940-2022,-- interviewee

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