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Mar 28

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Authors of ‘In Covid’s Wake’ on their criticism of the government’s pandemic response

By William Brangham, Mary Fecteau

Five years ago, the World Health Organization declared the outbreak of COVID-19 a pandemic. That launched widespread shutdowns, mandates for masks and vaccines and caused enormous social and economic harms. William Brangham spoke with the authors of "In Covid's Wake:…

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Mar 25

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Graydon Carter reflects on the golden age of magazines in ‘When the Going Was Good’

By Geoff Bennett, Stephanie Kotuby, Alexa Gold

Graydon Carter rose through the ranks at Time, Life, Spy, The New York Observer and Vanity Fair, becoming known for his sharp wit and keen eye for talent. Under his leadership, Vanity Fair transformed into a cultural juggernaut. Geoff Bennett…

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Mar 18

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‘Soldiers and Kings’ author Jason De León on exploring the world of human smuggling

By Jeffrey Brown, Lena I. Jackson

An archaeologist is providing a different lens on the tension at the southern U.S. border, one that applies deep-dive anthropology to learn more about migration. Senior arts correspondent Jeffrey Brown spoke with National Book Award-winning author Jason De León, whose…

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Mar 17

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‘Murder the Truth’ examines growing effort to silence journalists and curtail free speech

By William Brangham

The Supreme Court ruled in 1964 that journalistic organizations were protected from libel or defamation lawsuits brought by a public figure unless that plaintiff could prove the journalists had acted intentionally. The book, “Murder the Truth," documents a well-funded effort…

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Feb 05

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Alton Brown brings his humor to the page in book of essays, ‘Food for Thought’

By Geoff Bennett, Stephanie Kotuby, Alexa Gold

Fusing cooking, chemistry and comedy, Alton Brown has made a name for himself as a TV host and Food Network fixture. His creative eye and quick wit captivated audiences of "Good Eats," "Cutthroat Kitchen” and “Iron Chef America.” Now, he…

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Jan 19

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Sen. Wyden offers way forward for progressives in new book ‘It Takes Chutzpah’

By Amna Nawaz, Stephanie Kotuby, Matt Loffman

As Trump returns to the White House with Republicans in charge of the House and Senate, Democrats are searching for a way forward. Ron Wyden, the second-most senior Senate Democrat, offers strategies in a new book, “It Takes Chutzpah: How…

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Jan 02

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How Barnes and Noble made a comeback by revitalizing its philosophy

By Jeffrey Brown, Simon Epstein

Last year, Barnes and Noble opened nearly 60 stores around the country and plans for 60 more to open in 2025. It’s the latest twist in a long-running saga for a company that’s been a bellwether for the book business.

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Dec 30

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Critics reveal their picks for the best and most important books of 2024

By Jeffrey Brown

It's the season for year-end lists and we’ve got you covered when it comes to the best books of 2024. Jeffrey Brown sat down with two of our regular literary critics, Maureen Corrigan and Gilbert Cruz, to highlight their favorites.

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Dec 30

10 of the best books of 2024, according to these experts

By Jeffrey Brown

Maureen Corrigan, book critic for NPR's Fresh Air, and Gilbert Cruz, editor of The New York Times Book Review, recap their highlights.

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Dec 11

Watch 7:36
Stevenson reflects on inequities in justice system 10 years after release of ‘Just Mercy’

By Geoff Bennett, Stephanie Kotuby, Alexa Gold

Bryan Stevenson, the prominent lawyer and executive director of the Equal Justice Initiative, has blazed a trail representing the poor, wrongly convicted and those on death row. Geoff Bennett sat down with Stevenson to discuss his career and the re-release…

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