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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Book Club: 'We Ride Upon Sticks' By Quan Barry
Author Quan Barry's novel is a cheeky brew of teenage angst, sports nerdism and townie escapades. It’s our April selection for “Bookmarked: The Under the Radar Book Club.” -
Village Voice: Poems For Social Distancing
"When things are really bad, poets always find the good thing," said Richard Blanco. -
Arts This Week: 'Norma,' 'Boston Theater Marathon' and 'It Started As A Joke"
Every week, WGBH News' Arts Editor Jared Bowen highlights the exhibitions, theater, movies and music you should check out in and around Boston.
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Composer Evelyn Simpson Curenton on "Spirituals in Concert"
Composer Evelyn Simpson Curenton discusses how she composed "Spirituals in Concert."| 2:05 -
Episode 9, Season 50<br> The Magic of Spirituals
Glimpse behind the curtain at Kathleen Battle and Jessye Norman’s famed concert.| 54:25 -
Episode 2, Season 4<br> The Art of Diss: The History of Battle Rap
Explore the rich history of battle rap and the birth of the Ultimate Rap League (URL).| 13:53 -
Episode 4, Season 1<br> Still Fighting
From successful artists to changing history, follow the global evolution of Hip Hop.
