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Opening the window on contemporary arts and issues with guests from worlds as diverse as literature and economics.

A conversation with R. Crumb, the king of underground comics
by Terry Gross
Crumb's comics were staples of 1960s counterculture. He's now the subject of a new biography. Crumb spoke to Fresh Air in 2005, and again, with his wife, fellow comic Aline Kominsky Crumb, in 2007.
Bob Dylan's 'Time Out Of Mind' remains eerie and vital in a newly released version
by Ken Tucker
Columbia Records' new release provides an extensive look at Dylan's 1997's Grammy-winning album. This package of five CDs offer a wealth of new ways to experience some of Dylan's most moving music.
Fresh Air pays tribute to legendary composer Burt Bacharach
by Terry Gross
Bacharach, who died Feb. 8, wrote hits in the '60s and early '70s with longtime collaborator Hal David. We listen to a 2010 interview with them, and a '98 interview with Bacharach and Elvis Costello.
Fresh Air celebrates the 50th anniversary of 'Schoolhouse Rock'
by Terry Gross
Schoolhouse Rock used catchy tunes and videos to teach math, grammar and history. We listen to archival interviews with music director Bob Dorough, songwriter Dave Frishberg and singer Jack Sheldon.