The Next Big Thing Archive
June 2003
Resurrection
Friday, June 27, 2003
Passionate and creative interpretations of lives that might otherwise disappear into obscurity. Cellist Erik Friedlander makes new music based on the writings of a little known French poet. Writer John Haskell imagines the last days of Topsy the Elephant. And people from every discipline imaginable draw inspiration from genius inventor Nikola Tesla. Also, a new monologue from writer David Cale.
Crossing to the Other Side
Friday, June 20, 2003
Leaving the mob. Getting out of the neighborhood. Playing Bingo in drag. This week we’ve got stories of transformation and transgression. Also, Jonathan Katz is back with another episode of, well, “You’re on the Air with Jonathan Katz.” And we say goodbye to Selma Koch, the saleswoman who could size you up faster than you can say “bra.”
The Truth About Dogs But Not Cats
Friday, June 13, 2003
This week Dean Olsher reveals his blatantly pro-dog politics. The show is not anti-cat, however. He just thinks that when it comes to pets, the dog should get the lion’s share of airtime.
The World Isn’t What It Seems, or Is It?
Friday, June 06, 2003
We revisit Afghanistan through the eyes and ears of a human rights worker. Also, a short radio play from the Naked Angels Theatre Company, talking benches and an inexplicable mob.
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