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'The Wager' chronicles shipwreck, mutiny and murder at the tip of South America
David Grann discusses his book about an 18th-century British warship that wrecked along the coast of Patagonia. Martin Scorsese is slated to direct the film adaptation. Originally broadcast in 2023.
Though Layered And Ambitious, 'Late Night' Doesn't Always Stick The Landing
by Justin Chang
Emma Thompson stars as a talk show host who hires Molly (Mindy Kaling) to join a writers room full of white men. But the film falls short in reconciling its satire with its more sentimental moments.
Remembering Musician, Singer, Songwriter And Producer Dr. John
by Terry Gross
New Orleans musician Mac Rebennack, A.K.A. Dr. John, died Thursday at 77. He was known for his raspy voice and hits such as "Right Place, Wrong Time" and "Such A Night." Originally broadcast in '86.
UAE's Prince Mohammed Bin Zayed's Growing Influence On The U.S.
by Terry Gross
New York Times correspondent David Kirkpatrick says the UAE ruler has convinced President Trump to take an aggressive position against his enemies, including Iran and the Muslim Brotherhood.
An Immigrant Yearns For Connection In 'On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous'
by Maureen Corrigan
'Fate Of Food' Asks: What's For Dinner In A Hotter, Drier, More Crowded World?
by Terry Gross
Environmental journalist Amanda Little says the sustainable food revolution will include meat cultured in a lab, 3-D printer food, aquaculture and indoor vertical farming.
New Recording Of Busoni's 'Piano Concerto' Is An Extraordinary Experience
by Lloyd Schwartz
The Boston Symphony Orchestra's 2017 performance of Ferruccio Busoni's monumental concerto met all the composer's impossible demands. A new live recording of the event is both serious and fabulous.