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Arts May 21

'How to Rule the World' exposes Stanford's complex relationship with Silicon Valley power

By Amna Nawaz, Stephanie Kotuby, Alexa Gold

Arts May 20

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Sophia Nelson on 'Redefining Freedom' and living up to America's founding principles

When asked what sort of government the United States had, Benjamin Franklin famously said, "A republic, if you can keep it." Like many, columnist Sophia Nelson has been wondering how well we have kept it. Her new book, "Redefining Freedom,"…

By Ali Rogin, Kyle Midura

Arts May 20

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Soman Chainani and Amna Nawaz discuss politics for young Americans on 'Settle In'

Author Soman Chainani is best known for his young adult series, "The School for Good and Evil," which went on to become a hugely popular movie on Netflix. Chainani's latest book, "Young World," is a political thriller about a teenager…

By Amna Nawaz, Sam Lane, Emily Carpeaux

Arts May 19

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Ada Ferrer reflects on family history and forces shaping Cuba and the U.S. in new memoir

Historian and Pulitzer Prize winner Ada Ferrer has spent her career exploring history, identity and memory. In her new book, "Keeper of My Kin," she turns inward, tracing her own family story across generations, while examining the larger forces that…

By Geoff Bennett, Stephanie Kotuby, Alexa Gold

Arts May 07

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An 'accidental' chef traces her unlikely journey into the culinary world in new memoir

Food can be about comfort, craft or culture, but in Brigid Washington’s new memoir, it’s about survival. Her book traces her unlikely journey into the culinary world, one marked by loss, uncertainty and questions of identity. Geoff Bennett speaks with…

By Geoff Bennett, Alexa Gold

May 05

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How author Douglas Stuart's journey to a remote Scottish island inspired 'John of John'

By Geoff Bennett, Sam Lane

Douglas Stuart won the 2020 Booker Prize for his debut novel “Shuggie Bain,” about a boy in 1980s Glasgow caring for his mother struggling with alcoholism. His latest novel “John of John,” out today, follows a young man returning to…

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May 01

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Palestinian and Israeli writers reflect on bridging divides in 'The Future is Peace'

By Ali Rogin, Zeba Warsi

The Oct. 7 terrorist attack in Israel, and the war in Gaza that followed, have left countless families grappling with profound loss. Two men, one Israeli, the other Palestinian, tell the story of their unexpected journey toward understanding and reconciliation…

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Apr 24

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Adm. William McRaven reflects on American spirit and the nation's future in new book

By Amna Nawaz, Stephanie Kotuby, Alexa Gold

Retired Navy Adm. William McRaven served for nearly four decades in a highly decorated career, from Navy SEAL to commander of the Joint Special Operations Command. He is also widely known for his 2014 speech, “Make Your Bed.” More of…

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Apr 15

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New book explores Queen Elizabeth's relationships with 13 U.S. presidents

By Geoff Bennett, Alexa Gold, Stephanie Kotuby

Like countless powerful women throughout history, Queen Elizabeth II was routinely dismissed and underestimated. But during her 70-year reign, she managed the strategic relationship between the UK and the U.S., meeting with thirteen sitting presidents. Geoff Bennett spoke with Susan…

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Apr 14

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Illustrator R.W. Alley on how he brings Paddington Bear to life

By Ocean State Media and Pamela Watts, Rhode Island PBS

The origin of Paddington is one worth noting on Holocaust Remembrance Day. Michael Bond recalled seeing Jewish children arriving in Britain during World War II with name cards around their necks and suitcases in their hands. That inspired the beloved…

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