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Bruno Bettleheim discusses his book "The Informed Heart: Autonomy in a Mass Age"; part 2
1961 Psychologist, Holocaust survivor and author Bruno Bettelheim discusses his imprisonment in Dachua and how it influenced his view on life with the effect of Freud and Kant’s philosophy. Bettelheim was known as an early adopter on the topic of autism.
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Rahul Barpute discusses his career and life experiences ; part 2
Aug. 29, 1963 Actor and editor of the newspaper Majhi Kahani, Rahul Barapute discusses his first impressions and experiences in the United States.
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Parents of school children talk about integration and busing
Aug. 26, 1981 Interviewing Karen Grzybek, Barbara Tekiela and Mark Smith, parents of Chicago schoolchildren.
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David Mamet discusses his play Glengarry Glen Ross
Jan. 13, 1984 David Mamet discusses his play Glengarry Glen Ross. Includes two scenes from the play recited by both David Mamet and Studs Terkel.
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Simone de Beauvoir discusses the art of writing
May. 4, 1960 Studs Terkel interviews writer and artist Simone de Beauvoir at her home in Paris, France, where they discuss her family history, early writing career and artistic influences, individualism, and the creative commitment required to be a successful writer.
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Frank Mankiewicz discusses his book "U.S. v. Richard M. Nixon: The Final Crisis"
Mar. 28, 1975 Frank Mankiewicz discusses the events surrounding the Watergate scandal and his new book, "U.S. vs Richard M. Nixon: The Final Crisis." A major theme of the book is the fact that legal issues were at the heart of the Watergate scandal, but the Nixon administration portrayed it as a public relations issue. Other topics of discussion include investigative journalism and the role of certain individuals in the prosecution of Richard Nixon.
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Marya Mannes discusses book "But Will It Sell?" ; part 1
Dec. 1, 1964 Marya Mannes talks about her book But Will It Sell?, published in 1964. Mannes talks about American life and consumerism.
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Marya Mannes discusses book "But Will It Sell?" ; part 2
Dec. 1, 1964 Marya Mannes discusses her book But Will It Sell?, published in 1964. Mannes talks about American life and consumerism.
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Marcel Marceau talks with Studs Terkel
Oct. 6, 1960 French actor and mime Marcel Marceau discusses the art of pantomime and many of his performances including "The Overcoat" by Gogol and "The Mask Maker". Marceau also discusses the history of pantomime, his inspirations, and how he came to be a mime.
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Theodore Marmor discusses his book "The politics of Medicare"
Nov. 5, 1974 Discussing the book, "The Politics of Medicare," and interviewing the author Theodore Marmor. Associate professor of Center of Health Administration studies at University of Chicago. Mr Marmor has been part of policy planning with the department of welfare, for medicare. He talks about National Healthcare or at the least affordable healthcare for all. He speaks of Medicare not covering all expenses specifically prescription drugs.