Honoring James Dean, 50 Years after His Death September 30, 2005 Actor James Dean died in a car crash on a rural road in central California 50 years ago this Friday. He was just 24, and even though he had only acted in three movies he was considered a superstar. His death may have served to add to his legend. Honoring James Dean, 50 Years after His Death Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4930897/4930898" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Opinion Music News The Mystery of 'Sweet Caroline' and the Sox September 30, 2005 As a stadium anthem, it's not exactly "Take Me Out to the Ballgame." Susan Orlean visits Boston's Fenway Park to unlock the secret connection between the Red Sox, their loyal fans and singer Neil Diamond's 1969 hit. The Mystery of 'Sweet Caroline' and the Sox Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4930465/4930466" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Performing Arts Preacher-Artist Gertrude Morgan, Remixed September 30, 2005 Sister Gertrude Morgan -- folk artist, preacher, nurse -- made a distinctive album of gospel music in 1970. Philadelphia DJ King Britt has created a tribute to the New Orleans musician. Preacher-Artist Gertrude Morgan, Remixed Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4864538/4931492" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Media 100 Entrepreneurs Hawk their Inventions on QVC September 29, 2005 It's being called the American Idol of television commerce... the QVC cable shopping network has chosen 100 entrepreneurs from across the nation to hawk their inventions on-air. Mitch Teich of member station KNAU reports from Arizona about one of the broadcasts. 100 Entrepreneurs Hawk their Inventions on QVC Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4929133/4929134" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Business Saying Farewell to Jeeves and Other Corporate Mascots September 29, 2005 The Internet search engine AskJeeves.com is retiring its cartoon mascot, Jeeves the butler. Jeeves will have plenty of company at the corporate mascot retirement home, where other advertising staples rest in obsolescence. Saying Farewell to Jeeves and Other Corporate Mascots Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4928787/4928788" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Opinion Where Have All the College Hippies Gone? September 28, 2005 A new crop of college students is getting comfortable after a few weeks on campuses across the United States. But essayist Mark Oppenheimer sees a very different group of freshmen than when he was a student, and wonders... Where have all the college hippies gone? Where Have All the College Hippies Gone? Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4867538/4867539" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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On Television 'Commander in Chief': A Woman's White House September 27, 2005 Oscar winner Geena Davis stars in the new ABC program Commander in Chief as the first female president of the United States. Television critic Andrew Wallenstein says the series, which premieres Tuesday night, offers an interesting mix of The West Wing and family drama. 'Commander in Chief': A Woman's White House Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4865767/4865768" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Obituaries Don Adams, Missed by THAT Much and So Many September 27, 2005 Don Adams, known for TV eternity as Agent 86 on the 1960s series Get Smart!, has died at age 82. Adams played Maxwell Smart, a clueless secret agent who puzzled villains and his boss with his confusing explanations and farcical combat style. Don Adams, Missed by THAT Much and So Many Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4865354/4865355" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Music Interviews Rap Veteran LL Cool J Feted on VH1 September 26, 2005 Ed Gordon talks with hip-hop trailblazer L.L. Cool J about being recognized at Monday night's Hip Hop Honors on VH1. Rap Veteran LL Cool J Feted on VH1 Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4864224/4864225" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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On Television HBO's 'Extras' Among New Season Offerings Fresh Air September 23, 2005 The major networks and several cable units are offering up new seasons in September. A new HBO comedy, Extras, stars Ricky Gervais, who remains best known for starring in and helping to create the original British version of The Office. HBO's 'Extras' Among New Season Offerings Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4860695/4860696" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Media 'Judge Hatchett' Returns for New Season September 23, 2005 Ed Gordon talks with Judge Glenda Hatchett about the sixth season of Judge Hatchett, a show with a diverse mix of family court, juvenile court and small claims cases. 'Judge Hatchett' Returns for New Season Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4860632/4860633" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Arts & Life Larry David: More Enthusiasm, Curbed September 23, 2005 Steve Inskeep talks to the writer, comedian and creator of Curb Your Enthusiasm, Larry David. The show -- which features David's stock in trade, painfully awkward situations -- is kicking off its fifth season on HBO this weekend. Larry David: More Enthusiasm, Curbed Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4860482/4860483" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Motley Fool Profiles Finding the Best Dirty Work in the Country September 23, 2005 Mike Rowe, host of Dirty Jobs, a new TV series, learns first-hand about dirty work. He brings a gung-ho viewpoint to work that is often overlooked -- and he manages to see the bright side: "If you're a sewer inspector for instance, in San Francisco, it's a pretty good job," with good city benefits, he says. Finding the Best Dirty Work in the Country Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4858392/4858395" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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On Television 'Everybody Hates Chris': Growing Up Rock September 22, 2005 Television critic Andrew Wallenstein reviews comedian Chris Rock's new sitcom Everybody Hates Chris, based loosely on Rock's own childhood. It premieres tonight on the UPN network. 'Everybody Hates Chris': Growing Up Rock Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4859244/4859245" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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The Case of the Missing Ruby Slippers September 21, 2005 Michele Norris talks with Jim Ginavan, director of the non-profit Oz Museum in Wamego, Kan., about a pair of original ruby slippers from The Wizard of Oz that were stolen last month from a children's museum in Grand Rapids, Minn. Ginavan is coordinating this year's Oztoberfest -- a Dorothy-themed celebration that, for now, will go on without her iconic ruby slippers. The Case of the Missing Ruby Slippers Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4857921/4857922" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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