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.
-
Uncovering the story of Ona Judge, enslaved by Martha Washington
Author Ray Anthony Shepard wrote a children's book about her escape to New Hampshire. -
Malcolm X's life in opera at The Strand, a mile from his childhood home
Bass-baritone Davóne Tines talks about embodying Malcolm X. -
Disney & Boston Gay Men's Chorus: It's an inclusive world after all
Calling the concert a big deal undersells the tight control the corporation holds over its image.
GBH Music
More Culture Programs
-
Episode 8, Season 1<br> “Don’t Get Above Your Raisin’” (1984 – 1996)
Country music works to stay true to its roots as the genre skyrockets to new heights.| 1:55:40 -
Johnny Cash: Following the Gospel
Rosanne Cash and John Carter Cash and the Oak Ridge Boys discuss Johnny Cash's faith.| 11:57 -
Johnny Cash: His Legacy
Friends and family discuss Johnny Cash's return to simple songwriting and record-making.| 5:19 -
“Old Dogs, Children and Watermelon Wine”
Tom T. Hall tells the story of how he came to write his famous song.| 2:59
