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George Clooney says the press has a duty to 'always question authority'
In 2005, Clooney spoke about his Oscar-nominated film, Good Night, and Good Luck, which he co-wrote, directed and appeared in. Now he's up for a Tony for his role in the Broadway adaptation.
Michael Tilson Thomas On The Thrills And Challenges Of Conducting An Orchestra
by Terry Gross
Pianist and composer Thomas currently directs the San Francisco Symphony. He'll receive a Kennedy Center award for lifetime artistic achievement on Dec. 8. Originally broadcast in 1995 and 2012.
'We Took Terror Out Of Their Lives': Remembering Youth Advocate Mary Previte
by Terry Gross
Previte, who died Nov. 16, spent 30 years working with at-risk youth and kids in detention in Camden, N.J. The center she ran became a national model. Originally broadcast in 1993.
'Portrait Of A Lady On Fire' Paints A Picture Of Forbidden Love
by John Powers
Writer-director Céline Sciamma's gorgeous new costume drama centers on the relationship between a young female artist and the woman she's been commissioned to secretly paint.
Ukrainian President Takes Offense At Suggestion Of Quid Pro Quo, Journalist Says
by Terry Gross
Time correspondent Simon Shuster recently spoke with Ukraine's president. After six months in office, Shuster says Volodymyr Zelensky is "quite cynical" and feels "there are no reliable allies."
Hootie & The Blowfish Comeback Album Brings The Band Into The 21st Century
by Ken Tucker
Singer Darius Rucker and his band have released their first new record in more than a decade. Imperfect Circle is a well-made and frequently thoughtful album, enhanced by Rucker's warm, buttery tones.
Maureen Corrigan's Favorite Books Of 2019: Here Are 10 Unputdownable Reads
by Maureen Corrigan
Remembering 'New Yorker' Cartoonist Gahan Wilson
by Terry Gross
Wilson, who died Nov. 21, was fascinated by monsters, which he saw as metaphors for human fears and weaknesses. His work was often inspired by science fiction. Originally broadcast in 1986.
'Stranger Things' Star David Harbour On Acting And Living With Bipolar Disorder
by Sam Briger
"Acting allowed me to channel this neurosis into a character," Harbour says. He plays the skeptical police chief of a sleepy town besieged by supernatural events in the Netflix series.