Meet three authors who wrote some of the most banned books in America
Jodi Picoult, Maia Kobabe and Sandra Cisneros have each written books that have been challenged and banned throughout the country.
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Culture in the News
Reevaluating the NBA GOAT debate: Beyond Jordan and LeBron
Kevin Merida explores why the legendary Celtic Bill Russell should be part of the GOAT debate — for his skills and bravery on and off the court.
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Meet Massachusetts' only Certified Bob Ross Instructor
Stacey Sparrow, owner of Art on the Rocks, discusses what it takes to teach Bob Ross-style painting. -
Brendan Slocumb's latest novel explores the Black experience in classical music
"Symphony of Secrets" follows the story of a Black musicologist's journey to uncover a lost history. -
Shelf Life: Community and representation inspire All She Wrote Books in Somerville
The intersectional, feminist and LGBTQ+ bookstore amplifies underrepresented voices.
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Cyndi Lauper Sings Blue
Cyndi Lauper performs "Blue" at the 2023 Gershwin Prize for Joni Mitchell.| 3:32 -
Brandi Carlile, Lucius and Celisse Perform Shine
Brandi Carlile, Lucius and Celisse perform "Shine" at the 2023 Gershwin Prize.| 5:06 -
James Taylor Performs California
James Taylor performs "California" at the 2023 Gershwin Prize for Joni Mitchell.| 4:23 -
Diana Krall Performs For the Roses
Diana Krall performs "For the Roses" at the 2023 Gershwin Prize for Joni Mitchell.| 4:17
