This Friday, Nov. 16, Please Explain is all about laughter. To help us prepare, we're asking you to tell us about a joke, a person, or a situation that makes you laugh without fail.
Everyday Toxic Substances….In Your Body
Berlin Philharmonic in Lights
The Berlin Philharmonic is now at Carnegie Hall as part of the Berlin in Lights festival, which celebrates the city as one of the world’s centers of artistic expression and forward thinking. Leonard talks to Pamela Rosenberg, general director ...
Murder Ballads and Disaster Songs from the Early 1900s
Al and Larry Ubell, Gurus of How-To
Al and Larry Ubell, the gurus of how-to, take your calls on home repair. Today we especially want to hear about your home repair disasters: tell us about your infestations, collapses on major holidays, burst pipes, etc. Give us a call at 212-433-9692 (that’s 212-433-WNYC) or leave a comment below.
...Tastes Like Cuba by Eduardo Machado
Plantain Omelet
The combination of eggs and bananas may seem odd at first, but it is just that combination of sweet and savory flavors that keeps me coming back for more. The texture of this omelet is like a Spanish tortilla, with a uniform doneness on the outside, and a ...
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