We’ll find out how the rise of political Islam has intensified the debate in the Middle East over women’s rights and led to a growing Islamic feminist movement. Then, we preview a festival of early films made throughout the metropolitan area. And we’ll talk about a new documentary that looks at the unintended consequences of international efforts to alleviate poverty in Africa. Plus, one man’s quest to live off the land…in Flatbush, Brooklyn.
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Is there a problem with New York’s new voting machines and is there time to fix it before fall elections? Plus, HUD Secretary Shaun Donovan; and football coach Pete Carroll.
We’ll look into how America’s racial demographics are changing—and what a majority-minority society means for identity politics. Then, we’ll get a new take on Mexican Street food from a chef who really knows—James Beard award–winner Rick Bayless. Also, Adam Ross discusses his acclaimed new novel, Mr. Peanut. Plus, Ed Moloney reveals what he learned about when he talked with two Irish paramilitary leaders—one republican, one loyalist—involved in the Troubles in Ireland.
Today, Soundcheck explores a little-seen side of Duke Ellington. We’ll talk to the author of a new book that explores Ellington’s impact on civil rights and America foreign policy. Also: Husband and wife piano duo Bill Charlap and Renee Rosnes will perform live.
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This special features an exclusive, interview with MacArthur “Genius” Award-winner Bill T. Jones, tracing his life through music. The legendary artistic director, choreographer and dancer reminisces about listening to B.B. King back in the days when he and his parents pulled potatoes as migrant workers; discovering Jimi Hendrix, Bob Dylan, ...
Today, Soundcheck explores a little-seen side of Duke Ellington. We’ll talk to the author of a new book that explores Ellington’s impact on civil rights and America foreign policy. Also: Husband and wife piano duo Bill Charlap and Renee Rosnes will perform live.
David Karsten Daniels and Fight the Big Bull perform Daniels' settings of texts by Henry David Thoreau for singer/guitarist and big band, live. This joyous bi-coastal collaboration features the swirling horns and swelling melodies all anchored by Daniels' plaintive vocal lines.
