James Gavin
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The Art and Life of Lena Horne
Friday, November 27, 2009
Lena Horne performed in all-white nightclubs at a time when blacks were still relegated to the back of the bus. But according to a new biography, the award-winning Brooklyn-born singer also battled discrimination and self-doubt. We talk with James Gavin, author of Stormy Weather: The Life of Lena Horne. This ...
The Art and Life of Lena Horne
Thursday, July 30, 2009
Lena Horne broke down barriers for African Americans in the 20th century, performing in all-white nightclubs at a time when blacks were still relegated to the back of the bus. But according to a new biography, the award-winning Brooklyn-born singer also battled discrimination and self-doubt. We talk with James Gavin, ...
The Stormy Life of Miss Lena Horne
Thursday, July 30, 2009
Today we talk with James Gavin, author of Stormy Weather: The Life of Lena Horne. Gavin shares insights into Horne's trailblazing of the entertainment industry as well as her troubled past. Also: indie hip-hop group Tanya Morgan joins us for a live in-studio performance.
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