I didn't know I needed the new Billy Joel documentary
NPR critic Linda Holmes has been a Billy Joel fan since the '80s. HBO's new two-part documentary still taught her something new about his life — and provided a chance to consider the role of his music in her own.
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'Dear Summer: Volume 3' returns to highlight more emerging artists and DJs
The citywide mixtape features six DJs and 17 up-and-coming and established artists from the Greater Boston area.
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Mayor Wu hopes to expand free museum admissions program for BPS students and families
The mayor's vision for the program allows Boston Public School students and families to visit several area institutions for free. -
Actor Danny Burgos balances 'Moulin Rouge!' with a medical career
Actor Danny Burgos joins us to talk about his role in "Moulin Rouge! The Musical" as well as his other role: a full-time nurse. After that, Patrice Maye, executive director of South Shore Art Center, will be joining us to discuss the Boston South Visual Arts Trail. Finally, Mayor Michelle Wu joins us to discuss the city's newest arts and culture initiatives. -
Museum of Science exhibit explores how climate change is affecting World Heritage sites
A new interactive shows how climate change has affected famous places like Venice, Easter Island and Mesa Verde National Park.
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Episode 4016, Season 40<br> Mountain River
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Episode 4035, Season 40<br> Woodland Peace
Nicholas Hankins shows us how to create an inviting Bob Ross styled woodland scene.
