Norman Lear on Tough Conversations
Season 30
Episode 8
About the Episode
Norman Lear's work focused on real people and real conversations.
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Extras
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Celestine Tate Harrington: Building a Legacy
The story of a disabled street musician who fought for parental rights.13:03 -
Judy-Lynn del Rey: The Galaxy Gal
Explore the story of a woman with dwarfism who revolutionized the world of science fiction writing.12:36 -
Brad Lomax: Creating Communities of Care
Explore Brad Lomax’s under-reported contributions to the early disability justice movement.10:19 -
Daniel K. Inouye: Life of Service
Explore the story of the U.S. Senator for Hawai’i who championed the cause of justice and equality.12:41 -
Thomas Wiggins: Composing the Future
The story of a composer and pianist known as one of the greatest musicians of the 19th century.13:31 -
American Masters Shorts: Season 1
Explore new documentary shorts about artists who defy the odds to create remarkable work.1:35 -
How Phyllis Diller broke down the doors for female comics
Phyllis Diller reflects on how her comedy was a response to years of “take my wife” jokes.11:35 -
Paul Mooney on his career and relationship with Richard Pryor
Paul Mooney reflects on the mechanics of stand-up and his role as Richard Pryor's best friend.10:39 -
How Lily Tomlin found liberation in exploring her Laugh-In characters
Lily Tomlin speaks about her time on Laugh-In and how she developed her characters.12:35 -
Jeff Foxworthy on how every American might be a "redneck"
Jeff Foxworthy discusses regionalism in comedy and why "redneck" is a state of mind.15:41
