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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What's the backstory on your favorite Chinese dish? Grace Lin has the answer.
The Massachusetts-based author and illustrator shares the rich history of Chinese cuisine in menu format for foodies of all ages. -
America has a unique obsession with ice, and it all started in Boston
Author Amy Brady traces the history from Boston to the tropics in her book, “Ice: From Mixed Drinks to Skating Rinks–A Cool History of a Hot Commodity.” -
From kelp burgers to biofuel, some see a bright future for seaweed
Seaweed has existed for about a billion years, but some experts are just beginning to find new, high-tech uses for it.
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Episode 4046, Season 40<br> The Old Mill
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Episode 4021, Season 40<br> Lonely Retreat
Bob Ross creates a snow-bound cabin at sunset using blue effets. -
Episode 4040, Season 40<br> Alpine Meadow
Nicholas Hankins creates an expansive view of a Bob Ross snowcapped mountain. -
Episode 4045, Season 40<br> Galaxy Grandeur
Nicholas Hankins crafts a night scene with silhouettes of happy little Bob Ross trees.
