Fresh Air
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Opening the window on contemporary arts and issues with guests from worlds as diverse as literature and economics.
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.
Astronaut Chris Hadfield Brings Lessons From Space Down To Earth
The former International Space Station commander achieved Internet stardom with his in-space rendition of David Bowie's "Space Oddity." His new book is An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth.
'Birdman' Follows A Film Actor Frantic To Prove Himself Onstage
by David Edelstein
The choreography by Alejandro Iñárritu, who directed 21 Grams and Babel, will wow you. But the story about a washed-up actor about to bring off his Broadway debut is an "empty masterwork."
Tove Lo Chronicles Three Stages Of A Love Affair
The Swedish pop singer-songwriter has a knack for capturing the thoughts of the romantic mind in a delightfully wordy.
Journalist Talks Confidential Sources, Getting Subpoenaed And His New Book
James Risen could face prison for refusing to reveal his source for a story about a botched CIA operation intended to sabotage Iran's nuclear weapons program. His new book is Pay Any Price.
An Unofficial Memorial For Jazz Greats Jim Hall And Charlie Haden
by Kevin Whitehead
Hall and Haden performed as a duo at a concert in Montreal in 1990. Plans to release the album, Charlie Haden - Jim Hall, were in place before both artists passed away within the last year.
'Bad Paper' Explores The Underworld Of Debt Collection
In his new book, Jake Halpern looks at the industry, where having a criminal background is no barrier to entry. He explains debt buying and how little regulation gave rise to a chaotic marketplace.