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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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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Irish rap outfit Kneecap on the riotous relevance of their new biopic
"KNEECAP" is the first Irish-language film to debut at Sundance and is also Ireland’s submission to the Academy Awards for Best International Feature Film. -
Artists for Humanity is empowering Boston youth through art
Through tools, mentorship and opportunity, the nonprofit helps underserved teens thrive in Boston's art scene. -
ArrowFest kicks off grand opening of new Arrow Street Arts center
The new performance art space takes over the former Oberon theater in Harvard Square in Cambridge.
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Experience this musical by Conor McPherson featuring the music of Bob Dylan set in 1934 Minnesota.| 2:13:31 -
Episode 25, Season 2025<br> Author Talk | Tell Me Everything by Elizabeth Strout
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