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PIONEERS OF TELEVISION

Funny Ladies


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See the first standup comediennes to appear on television, from Lucille Ball to Phyllis Diller and Joan Rivers. They paved the way for the sitcom stars who followed, including Mary Tyler Moore, Betty White and Marla Gibbs.

Tuesday at 8pm on WGBH 2
People & Profiles

WGBH’s Eric Jackson Wins Humanitarian Award


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By WGBH
Longtime 89.7 WGBH jazz host Eric Jackson was named the 2012 Duke Dubois Humanitarian Award recipient at the JazzWeek awards in Detroit, Michigan.
POV

Up Heartbreak Hill


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Take a moving look at two Navajo teenagers struggling to be both Native and modern. The high school track stars are torn between the lure of a brighter future and their families and traditions.

Thursday, 10pm on WGBH 2
People & Profiles

Barney Frank, Ready to Wed


By Jesse Mayfield-Sheehan & The Takeaway
News reports are speculating that the Massachusetts congressman's wedding will take place on July 7. During the lead-up, Frank talked about the stress of wedding planning and how to ruin a good party.
Business

1 Guest: David D'Alessandro


By Sanjay Salomon
The Boston business leader opens up to host Emily Rooney about growing up in upstate New York, his father's gambling addiction, his early jobs and much more. Watch the interview online.
Red Sox

Pedro Martinez: The Man, the Myth, the Interview


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Newly honored by the New England Sports Museum, the former Red Sox pitcher talked with Emily Rooney about Boston, his career and what it's like to be immortalized in art.
People & Profiles

Dressmaker for Gypsies Says 'Bling It On'


By Toni Waterman
We visit the Waltham showroom of Sondra Celli, dressmaker to TLC's American Gypsy brides. And with business booming, it looks like economic development can come draped in rhinestones, lamé and cup chain.
Religion

1 Guest: A Conversation with Rabbi Harold Kushner


By Azita Ghahramani
In this installment of Greater Boston's special half-hour interview series, Emily Rooney sits down with the best-selling author of "When Bad Things Happen to Good People." Kushner wrote the book after his son passed away at the age of 14.
Classical

Roman Totenberg: A Musical Life Remembered



MORE ARTS NEWS
By Nina Totenberg
NPR's Nina Totenberg recalls her late father's mastery of music, as well as his love of life.
EMILY ROONEY SHOW

Tim Gearan: Freewheelin' to National Fame


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THE EMILY ROONEY SHOW
In the WGBH studios Tim Gearan gives a preview of his new album, Riverboat, already acclaimed by local fans and sure to pave his way to wider fame.
Boston

Former Celtic Chris Herren Turns Boston Purple


WATCH ON GREATER BOSTON
Former NBA star Chris Herren has launched an intiative to prevent youth from the ravages of substance abuse.
Election 2012

Senate Candidate Marisa DeFranco


By Jordan Weinstein
The spotlight's on Elizabeth Warren and Scott Brown, but there's still another Democrat in the race.
People & Profiles

Get Some Fresh Air


Fresh Air opens the window on contemporary arts and issues with guests from worlds as diverse as literature and economics. Terry Gross hosts this multi-award-winning daily interview and features program.

Weekdays at 2pm on 89.7 FM 
People & Profiles

'No Dame Ever Ran No Marathon'


By Annie Shreffler
In 1967 Katherine Switzer helped to change the course of women's athletic history, much to the dismay of men who favored the status quo. Her brave move cleared a path and made her a lifelong advocate for women in sports.
In Memorium

CBS News: Mike Wallace Has Died



MORE NEWS
By Melisa Goh
Veteran newsman Mike Wallace has died at age 93. Morley Safer remembers his long career.
Greater Boston

Boston Derby Dames Get Rollin'


By Jared Bowen
With 65 skaters among five teams, including the Cosmonaughties, the Nutcrackers and the Wicked Pissahs, the teams routinely sell out the 1300-person arena.
WGBH Local News

Boston Gets Hit by the Wrecking Ball


MORE ON THE BOSS IN BOSTON
Phillip Martin and Bob Seay talk about the concert, the fans and the politics of Bruce Springsteen.
Rock/Pop/Folk

Bruce Springsteen: Born to Rock


Springsteen's SXSW Speech on NPR
Sing "Born to Run" for WGBH News
Phillip Martin after the Boston show
By Phillip Martin
An in-depth listen to the song that launched the Boss's career into stardom and established his gritty version of rock-n-roll.
People & Profiles

Two Mass. High School Students Named Intel Finalists


By Kara Miller
Xiaoyu He and David Ding are among the 40 Intel STS finalists who have spent the week in Washington D.C. and will come home with cash prizes for their pre-college research.
Music

Turning a Cell into a "House of God"


Bo Lozoff's Humankindess Foundation
Bo Lozoff started writing to prisoners in the 1970's and encourages them, through teaching and music, to use their sentenced time to explore their spiritual side.
Movies

Jared Bowen's Arts Ahead: Let's Go to the Movies


Choose to witness the gripping story of one mother's personal horror, or laugh at the absurdity of fishing in the desert. Jared declares these two films will deliver their cinematic promise and transport you to a new place.
Music

Esperanza Spalding: The Future of Music


See Spaulding's Interview on BASIC BLACK
Jazz On WGBH With Eric Jackson
Last night, Esperanza Spalding appeared on Letterman to celebrate the release of her new album. Watch the clip and listen to her talk with Eric Jackson about her many musical influences.
Greater Boston

A Conversation with Lawrence Summers


By Adam Reilly
The renowned economist, former presidential advisor and former Harvard University president has a sunny prediction for the U.S. economy.
Sports

The Next Boxing Phenom? She's 16


By Toni Waterman
Two decades ago, John “The Quiet Man” Ruiz emerged from the Somerville Boxing Club to fighting fame. Now reopened, the club, a haven for inner-city youth, may have another champion in 16-year-old Rashida Ellis.
WGBH Local News

A Kennedy Life 'Interrupted'


By Toni Waterman
In a new book, JFK Jr.'s former personal assistant shares her memories of the Kennedy heir and his life in New York.
Race & Ethnicity

Insights Into Mayor Kevin White And His Era


By WGBH News
Watch and hear analysis and memories from people who experienced the changes under White's tenure — whether they were attacked on City Hall Plaza or arguing inside the building.
Governing

Deval Patrick Talks 'Three Strikes' And Tim Murray


By Adam Reilly
Among the highlights from the governor's interview on "Greater Boston": why he doesn't like the idea of people seeing his itemized cell phone records and what he wants in a "three-strikes" law.
WGBH Local News

Michael Pollan: Food Rules


By WGBH News
WGBH News' Bob Seay had a chance to speak with the journalist and activist about his newest venture: an illustrated version of his book "Food Rules" that deals with a familiar theme.
 
Government

Sen. Kerry: This Man's Walk Talked


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By Will Roseliep
Sen. John Kerry talks about why he supported cross-country walker B.J. Hill's effort to deliver thousands of people's letters to President Obama.
People & Profiles

Diane Rehm Guests On Maria Hinojosa: One-on-One


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By WGBH Staff
She never went to college and she didn’t begin her career until she was 37, but today Diane Rehm is one of the most respected public radio hosts of all time.
People & Profiles

Debbie DiMasi's New Life


WGBH NEWS: SAL DIMASI'S TYPICAL DAY IN JAIL
MORE GREATER BOSTON
By WGBH News
In her first interview since parting with her incarcerated husband Sal DiMasi, Debbie DiMasi opened up to WGBH News' Emily Rooney about the transition, her health and Boston media.
WHERE WE LIVE

Where You Live: 'Always Christmas' In Georgetown


WHERE WE LIVE: COMPLETE SERIES
By Terry and Rick Palardy
Despite health challenges, Terry Palardy is living her retirement dream in the North Shore town where she and her husband have made toys and gifts since the '70s.
WHERE WE LIVE

Where You Live: Norwood, Mass.

By Susan Clare
Our nonprofit, Together Yes, launched this year, is dedicated to sustainability and community building in Norwood. Our grassroots efforts are aimed at getting "small and local." We are becoming a presence in Norwood, and wish to see the town viable and sustainable for all residents and businesses. WHERE WE LIVE: COMPLETE SERIES
WGBH 89.7 News

A Pioneering African Environmentalist's Legacy Lives On


By Bob Seay
Nobel Peace Prize-winning Kenyan environmentalist Wangari Maathai died last month but the legacy of her mission is still alive. Maathai spoke about her life's work with WGBH back in 1990 for a series called Race to Save the Planet. Former Nova producer Linda Harrar offered this personal remembrance.
Travel

Walking Through Life With Bruce Feiler

Greater Boston host Emily Rooney talks with Bruce Feiler about his epic 10,000-mile journey, his fight against bone cancer, and how losing his ability to walk had a profound effect on his passion for living. SEE WHEN IT'S ON
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Author Interviews

The True Love Story Of Lady Antonia And Her Harold


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By Susan Stamberg
They were married when they first met, but he kept her from leaving a party when he asked, "Must you go?"  That simple question launched a 33-year relationship and serves as the title of biographer Lady Antonia Fraser's new memoir about her years with playwright Harold Pinter.
Boston

At Home With The Gubernatorial Candidates


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MORE MASS DECISION 2010
By Jared Bowen
Greater Boston's Jared Bowen spent time with all four candidates for Massachusetts governor. Catch up on Jared's series of at home interviews with Jill Stein, Charlie Baker, Deval Patrick and Tim Cahill.
99.5 Host Notes

Oct. 20: Benjamin Zander and the Boston Philharmonic


By Laura Carlo
The conductor gives a preview of the 2010-2011 season.
Foodie Blog

Julia Child’s old stomping grounds: Photos from Paris


Julia Child | The French Chef
By Cathy Huyghe

Julia and Paul Child in France.

The Daily Dish

Mollie Katzen and a Celebration of Spring, with Recipes


WGBH LearningTours presents: Mediterranean Voyage of Discovery with Diane Rehm and Scott Simon
By Cathy Huyghe

The timing couldn’t have been more perfect: it was just the right day, and just the right weather, with just the right sort of food arranged around the right theme, presented by the right person.

Foodie Blog

Anne Amie winemaker dinner at Grill 23


Savenor's Market
Anne Amie Vineyard
Grill 23 & Bar
Salmon Safe
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By Judy Lebel

It’s the intensity that enables Anne Amie’s pinot blanc and pinot noirs to stand up to Grill 23’s award-winning steakhouse cuisine.

The Daily Dish

Wine and personality: Dr. Su Hua Newton at BOKX 109


Daily Dish
By Cathy Huyghe

At first glance, Dr. Su Hua Newton seems an unlikely winery owner.

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