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.
Sign up for GBH newsletters
GBH offers several newsletters focused on the topics that matter to you.
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.
-
H.E.R. Is A 'Soul Baby' With A Social Conscience
She's only 23 years old, but H.E.R. speaks like a music industry veteran – and, in many ways, truly is one. The accolades piling up around her attest: The… -
With Singing Indoors Still Forbidden, Mass Cultural Council Head Says Return Of The Arts Vulnerable
One person shows are in. Singing —for now— is still out. How will the arts industry rebuild over the next few months? -
Singer Brandi Carlile Talks Ambition, Avoidance And Finally Finding Her Place
Growing up poor in Washington state, singer-songwriter Brandi Carlile learned about harmony and rhythm while performing as a back-up singer for a friend's…
GBH Music
More Culture Programs
-
Lesbian Moms in Conservative Alabama
April and Ginger Aaron-Brush share what life is like as a lesbian couple in Alabama.| 3:02 -
Episode 3, Season 1<br> Polyamory, Demisexuality, and Being Transgender in the South
A conversation with LGBTQ+ community members at the Creating Change Conference.| 9:30 -
-
Brenda Rae's Poppea Can't Hail a Cab
Brenda Rae stars as Poppea in a world where even a future empress can’t catch a cab.| 1:03