From apps to gadgets, 'Second Life' considers how tech is changing having a baby
When Amanda Hess learned her unborn child had a genetic condition, she turned to the internet — but didn't find reassurance. "My relationship with technology became so much more intense," she says.
Charming and catchy, Bartees Strange cuts across boundaries on 'Farm to Table'
As a Black artist in the indie-rock space, Strange makes distinctively original music. Where his debut album showcased a highly eclectic performer, his sophomore effort is even more impressive.
How the Mexican revolution of 1910 helped shape U.S. border policy
Kelly Lytle Hernández's book, Bad Mexicans, tells the story of the rebels who fled from Mexico to the U.S. to publish an oppositional newspaper that would help spark revolution in Mexico.
New releases help cement the legacy of Hungarian violinist Joseph Szigeti
Though he never became a household name, many music lovers regard Szigeti, who died in 1973, as the greatest classical violinist in living memory. This new collection captures his early recordings.
Fresh Air celebrates July 4 with soul singer Al Green
Green's string of hits in the '70s include "Let's Stay Together" and "Love and Happiness." He later became an ordained minister, and bought a church in Memphis. Originally broadcast in 1991 and 2000.
'Noir Alley' host celebrates cinema's double crosses and doomed characters
Eddie Muller's book, Dark City, chronicles film noir from the '40s and '50s. He says the genre draws on a "very dark vision of existence." Originally broadcast Oct. 21, 2022.
Pianist David Virelles shows off the depth and breadth of what he can do on 'Nuna'
Though he's been a New Yorker for over a decade, Virelles remains preoccupied with the rich, rhythmically charged music of his native Cuba. His new album shows where he's been — and where he's going.
Did the Trump camp help far-right militia groups plan the Jan. 6 attack?
New York Times journalist Alan Feuer says some members of Trump's inner circle have close ties to the Proud Boys and the Oath Keepers, whose leaders have been charged with seditious conspiracy.
'Reality' podcasts draw on the appeal of reality TV — with mixed results
The podcast world is abundant with shows about reality TV. Now a few podcasts are trying to capitalize on reality TV popularity more directly, by emulating the genre's conceits, mechanics and style.