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Interview with Art Buchwald

BROADCAST: Oct. 10, 1983 | DURATION: 00:52:08

Synopsis

Discussing the book "While Reagan Slept" (published by Putnam) with the author, satirist Art Buchwald.

Details

Broadcast Date
Oct. 10, 1983

Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (ca. 55 min.) : 10 1/2 in.

Duration
52 minutes, 8 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

American History & Politics Comedy, Satire

People

Authors, Writers

Tags

Buchwald, Art--Interviews Buchwald, Art. While Reagan slept. Presidents--United States Satirists--United States--20th century--Interviews United States--Politics and government--Humor.--1981-1989 United States--Civilization--Humor.--1970- Audiotapes. WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) Radio programs.

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