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Studs Terkel returns to his alma mater, McLaren school, prior to its destruction to gain reactions on the loss of a newly created mural by the school children. Terkel provides the reactions of the student artists who can't understand why they were told to complete the oceanography mural when it was to be destroyed with the building. He also talks with parents, teachers and administrators about this loss. Parents pledge $500 to create negatives of mural to save as photographs.
Anders Bodelsen discusses the differences between the different Scandanavian cultures and one of his literary rolemodels Patricia Highsmith.
Although the title of the group specifies gays lesbians are also included in this heartfelt, 1982, discussion with four parents who are active in Parents and Friends of Gays and how this group offers support to parents and children coming out. Discussions cross race and class boundaries on coming out and include issues of repercussions, acceptance, guilt, stigma, and how trust and love can offer a bridge to a larger understanding of sexual identity. Learn of the courage, self-knowledge, and self-acceptance required of both parents and children in the process of coming out.
Studs Terkel and Richard Lester discuss the impact of "How I Won the War" on both audiences and critics. Insight is offered on the unjustness of even just wars like World War Two. The film offers insight into the mindless acceptance of death. Terkel then closes the show with his impressions of London during his stay that includes a mention of race, culture, nightlife, and sports.
Studs Terkel interviews film producer Dick Lester and receives Lester's impression of London.
The England vs. Wales rugby rivalry is brought to life live from Twickenham Stadium by Studs Terkel. Surrounded by 65,000 fans, Studs Terkel with David Thomson interview fans during the pregame show offering the traditions and spirit of this passionate sport.
The Arts Lab Movement was created by Jim Haynes in 182 Drury Lane, London. Studs Terkel interviews Kelly Swenson.
The Arts Lab Movement was created by Jim Haynes in 182 Drury Lane, London. Studs Terkel interviews Kelly Swenson and the kids.
Interviewing at the Salisbury Pub with the very "u" girl at the establishment (part 2) with a cleaning lady's reply to the "very 'u' girl" while Studs was in England.