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(Willard Asylum (Blue Chevigny))
The story of an asylum for the mentally ill, and the town that grew up around it. Also, Sam Waterston’s recreation, on location, of Abraham Lincoln’s famous Cooper Union speech. And the band Barbez, crossing genres and boroughs.
The Dog Has Spoken
The California company Genetic Savings and Clone has already cloned pet cats. We consult with an opinion-maker named Lulu on whether or not dogs should be next. Translation provided by Lulu’s owner, Daniel Pinkwater
Holding Forth at Cooper Union
Back in Willard
When Willard Asylum was first built in upstate New York in 1869, there was no one around to say "not in my backyard." Rather, the town of Willard grew up around the institution. And ...
Rhyming in the Ring
Everyone has their methods when it comes to perfecting a skill. Tony Pellegrino is no different. Now in his sixties, he's been boxing at Gleason's Gym in Brooklyn for the past fourteen years, and he uses a rather surprising technique to master the fancy footwork. Produced by Jamie York.
Band with Van (and Theremin)
Glory of the Seas
Writer David Cale brings us another one of his fictional scenarios about little moments with big repercussions in the lives of ordinary people. This time we meet Judith Feldman on a boat, in the Atlantic Ocean, and in love. Judith is played by actress Laura Esterman. Produced by Emily Botein.
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