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David Halberstam discusses his book "The Best and the Brightest"
Nov. 17, 1972 Members of John F. Kennedy's administration are featured in David Halberstam's book, "The Best and the Brightest." Halberstam points out the irony of the title, as some in the administration may not have been the best or the brightest. As a result of their bad decisions, America got tangled up in the Vietnam War.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations
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Discussing the book "Lincoln at Gettysburg: The Words That Remade America" with author, journalist, and historian Garry Wills
Jun. 26, 1992 *Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations
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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
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Discussing the Vietnam War memoir "A Rumor of War" with author Philip Caputo
Jun. 21, 1977 *Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations
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Author Ronald Steel discusses his book "Walter Lippmann and the American Century."
Nov. 1981 Ronald Steel goes in-depth about his biography of journalist Walter Lippman.
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Discussing the book "Illusion of peace" with the author Tad Szulc
May. 26, 1978 Discussing the book "Illusion of peace" with the author Tad Szulc.
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William Sloane Coffin and Jim Bowman discuss religion during the Vietnam War
William Sloane Coffin and Jim Bowman discuss history, religion, and the impact of the Vietnam War. 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.
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Lawrence Weschler discusses his book “Mr. Wilson’s Cabinet of Wonder”
Jan. 22, 1997 Lawrence Weschler discusses his book “Mr. Wilson’s Cabinet of Wonder” and the Museum of Jurassic Technology. Weschler discusses the director of this museum, David Hildebrand Wilson, and the surreal and often humorous exhibits on display in the museum. Studs plays "Suite Anglaise No. 2 in A Minor: II. Bourrée 1 et 2" - Jean-Frédéric Neuburger.
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Jack Newfield discusses his book "Robert Kennedy: A Memoir"
Oct. 31, 1978 According to Jack Newfield's book, "Robert Kennedy: A Memoir," Robert Kennedy spent a good part of his first 38 years of life in service to his brother. Robert was JFK's campaign manager, advisor, and Attorney General. Objectivity and seeking the truth as a journalist is also discussed in the interview.