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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New documentary features African students at MIT and their journey far from home
Under the Radar sits down with the director and a student featured in "Brief Tender Light," a new film about four African students navigating their studies at the world's premier engineering school. -
A surprising story of scams and salvation in 'The Book of Clarence'
The new film "The Book of Clarence" tells a familiar story: A man is down on his luck and gets an idea for how to turn things around. What's different about this one is it takes place in Jerusalem during the biblical rise of Jesus Christ. -
A look ahead to Martin Luther King Jr. Day across Boston
As the anniversary of the monument nears, Embrace Boston President and CEO Imari Paris Jeffries joins The Culture Show. Then, Jane Eaglen talks opera.
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Ángela Aguilar con Trio Los Panchos "Toda Una Vida"
Ángela Aguilar performs “Toda Una Vida” with the legendary Mexican group Trio Los Panchos.| 2:51 -
Gary Clark Jr. talks ACL and Stevie Ray Vaughan featuring "Pride and Joy" with Eve Monsees
Gary Clark Jr. reflects on Austin City Limits and Stevie Ray Vaughan.| 4:51 -
Norah Jones “Night Life”
Norah Jones performs Willie Nelson’s classic “Night Life” in celebration of ACL's 50th Anniversary.| 3:56 -
Leon Bridges "Ain't Got Nothing on You"
Leon Bridges performs “Ain’t Got Nothing on You” to celebrate ACL's 50th Anniversary.| 4:05