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Season 2 of the American Masters Podcast looks at the artists that challenge and shape our thoughts through the power of the written word. We begin with a new interview with Pulitzer Prize-winner and MacArthur “Genius” Award recipient Suzan-Lori Parks (Topdog/Underdog, The Red Letter Plays, ...

Richard Linklater and the cast of "Boyhood" discuss how the film developed over time, year after year.

Richard Linklater often worked alone in his early days as a filmmaker, but he was looking for a community. Because of his unstoppable energy, the Austin Film Society was born.

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James Beard played a key role in the very first food shows on television. While he was a bit ahead of the curve and did not experience success right away, his show laid the groundwork for food television in the future.

Jacques Pépin is known as a kitchen supernova, a working whirlwind of creative energy even at 80 years old, but his surprising journey began in the countryside of wartime France, where his family’s tradition of entrepreneurial women running homegrown restaurants pushed young Jacques into an ...

From Jacques Pépin Heart & Soul 1) Shrimp Burgers on Zucchini “I had a dish similar to this in a small restaurant in Mexico, and at Gloria’s request, I created my own version at home. I use medium-size raw shrimp and puree the tails in a ...

When Jacques Pépin's legacy comes up, it's oftentimes in reference to his seminal work, "La Téchnique," and his extraordinary attention to detail. Here, chef and restaurateur José Andrés talks about his first encounter with Jacques Pépin at one of his cooking demonstrations.

Gratin Dauphinois (Scalloped Potatoes au Gratin) "The only time to eat diet food is while you're waiting for the steak to cook." - Julia For 6 people 2 lbs. “boiling” potatoes, peeled 1 cup milk A 6-cup flameproof baking dish, 2 inches deep 1 small ...

Mousseline Au Chocolat (Chocolate Mousse) "This is my invariable advice to people: Learn how to cook - try new recipes, learn from your mistakes, be fearless, and above all, have fun." - Julia Child For about 5 cups serving 6 to 8 people Melting the ...