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Fresh Air Weekend: Jon Bon Jovi; Novelist Leigh Bardugo
Bon Jovi talks about his vocal surgery and the road to recovery. Maureen Corrigan reviews a collection of Emily Dickinson's letters. Bardugo's new novel, The Familiar, is set in 16th century Spain.
Mike Mills Grapples With His Mother's 'Tricky Ghost' In '20th Century Women'
The director has been nominated for an Oscar for his screenplay about a woman figuring out how to raise her teenage son on her own. Originally broadcast Dec. 19, 2016.
For Film's Creators, 'Moonlight' Provided Space To Explore A Painful Past
Playwright Tarell McCraney and filmmaker Barry Jenkins drew on their childhood experiences in making Moonlight, which has been nominated for eight Academy Awards. Originally broadcast Oct. 19, 2016.
Journalist: Trump Is 'Openly Dismissive' Of The Intelligence World
Mark Mazzetti of The New York Times says that when it comes to national security, President Trump "doesn't trust the civilian national security establishment and they don't trust him."
An Irish Immigrant Fights On The Great Plains In 'Days Without End'
The protagonist of Sebastian Barry's new novel is conscripted right off the boat as the price of American citizenship. Eventually he finds love and companionship with one of his fellow soldiers.
Uncovering Presidential Secrets, From Washington To Trump
Author Mary Graham discusses the confidences that presidents keep. When it comes to President Trump, she says: "I think we're seeing that it's not possible to keep policies secret in the digital age."
'Manchester By The Sea' Director Explores The Depth Of Grief
Kenneth Lonergan's film, which has been nominated for six Oscars, is about a janitor who returns to his hometown after the death of his brother. Originally broadcast Nov. 30, 2016.
Remembering Barbara Carroll, The 'First Lady Of Jazz Piano'
Carroll, who died Sunday, started recording in the late 1940s, when female jazz musicians were still considered a novelty. Originally broadcast in 2003.
'The Great Wall' Stands As A Monument To Absurd CGI Clutter
by David Edelstein
Matt Damon plays an accomplished bow-and-arrow warrior in ancient China in his latest film. Critic David Edelstein says The Great Wall is "lavishly ... terrible."