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Ron Chernow
Alvin and Larry Ubell, the self-appointed "Gurus of How-To," answer home repair questions at 212-267-WNYC. Then, Jake Morrissey examines the intense rivalry between two seventeenth-century Italian architects who transformed the architecture of Rome: Gianlorenzo Bernini and Francesco Borromini. Mark Obmascik joins us next with some insight into the intense nature of bird watchers. And we continue our celebration of Leonard’s 20th Anniversary with historian Ron Chernow. We’ll talk about the nature of writing history, and we’ll think a bit about the history of the show.
The Gurus of How-To
Alvin and Larry Ubell shed light on the nuts and bolts of home repair. Call 212-267-WNYC (212-267-9692).
» Visit the Ubell’s website
» Visit the Ubell’s website
Arch Rivals
Jake Morrissey examines the intense rivalry between seventeenth-century Italian architects Gianlorenzo Bernini and Francesco Borromini as they changed the face of Rome: The Genius in the Design.
» Read an excerpt of The Genius in the Design in the Reading Room
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» Read an excerpt of The Genius in the Design in the Reading Room
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Fowl Obsession
Mark Obmascik investigates the world of extreme bird watchers--enthusiasts who compete in the 365-day birdwatching marathon--in his new book The Big Year: A Tale of Man, Nature, and Fowl Obsession.
Music: Soundtrack to Oscar and Lucinda, music by Tomas Newman: "Prince Rupert's Drop"
Music: Soundtrack to Oscar and Lucinda, music by Tomas Newman: "Prince Rupert's Drop"
Pondering History
Each day this week, Leonard is interviewing one of his favorite guests to celebrate his 20th Anniversary at WNYC. Today we'll hear from historian Ron Chernow, the author of Alexander Hamilton, about his approach to writing history.
» More on Leonard Lopate's 20th Anniversary
» More on Leonard Lopate's 20th Anniversary
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