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Mike Forrest, Beulah Garrick, and Donald Moffat discuss the work of Welsh poet Dylan Thomas
Mar. 22, 1961 Mike Forrest, Beulah Garrick, and Donald Moffat discuss and read the writings of Welsh poet Dylan Thomas. Forrest, Garrick, and Moffat are all cast members of "The Hostage," a play by Brendan Behan.
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Norman Thomas discusses social progress ; part 2
Dec. 30, 1964 Socialist Party leader and Presbyterian minister Norman Thomas discusses social progress, his political views, and where society is headed with Studs Terkel. This is the final part of his interview.
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Discussing the book, "Fear and Loathing: On the Campaign Trail '72." with Hunter S. Thompson
Mar. 14, 1973 Discussing the book, "Fear and Loathing: On the Campaign Trail '72." Includes a clip of Ron Kovic speaking at the Nixon campaign headquarters, courtesy of KPFA/Pacifica Archives.
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Hunter S. Thompson discusses his book "Hell's Angels" ; part 2
1967 As a result of writing his book, "Hell's Angels: The Strange and Terrible Saga of the Outlaw Motorcycle Gangs," Hunter S. Thompson said he's become calmer and not so quick to react, in case a fight starts. Thompson believes the reason for the rise in violence is due to pent up anger and hostility. A clip of a former prize fighter describing how he threatens people to repay their debts is played.
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Einar Thorsrud and Sid Roger discuss work and labor issues
Mar. 22, 1977 Einar Thorsrud, co-author of "Democracy at Work: The Report of the Norwegian Industrial Democracy Program" and Sid Roger, an American journalist writing on labor union issues, discuss work and labor issues. Topics of discussion include work planning, technology and alienation in the workplace, alternatives to the assembly line, women in the workplace, and satisfaction at work.
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Mothers discuss the hardships of living on welfare
1968 Five mothers from Chicago discuss the hardships of living in poverty and how little welfare actually helps with Studs Terkel.
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Richard Titmuss discusses poverty and how it keeps reoccurring
1968 Economist Richard Titmuss discusses the cycle and repetition of poverty, economic inequality, and obstacles for immigrants with Studs Terkel. “Fire Brigade” by Attila the Hun is played, as well as “Dance of Zalongo” and a Nepalese piece of music.