Celtic historian John Matthews tells Steve Paulson that Merlin probably was a real person and that wizards are related to our ancient shamans.
Intelligent. Optimistic. Curious.
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Jessica Queller tells Anne Strainchamps why she decided to have a double mastectomy after she tested positive for the breast cancer gene and her mother died of ovarian cancer.
Merritt Ierley talks with Anne Strainchamps about the domestic technology (central heating, indoor plumbing, vacuum cleaners, dishwashers) that makes American homes the most comfortable in the world.
Susan Tom has adopted a dozen or so special needs children, plus has two of her own. Jonathan Karsh has made a film about her family called “My Flesh and Blood.”
Japanese comics, manga, and animation, anime, are among Japan's most popular cultural exports. Fred Schodt is the guy to talk to about Japan's contemporary graphic arts explosion. He talks about the "God of Manga," Osamu Tezuka, the creator of Astro Boy.
Julia Mickenberg tells Steve that some of the best known children's book writers were longtime political radicals.
Karl Taro Greenfeld tells Jim Fleming he's never had a conversation with his brother.
In one of his most personal books, Sacks recalls his childhood in wartime London and the important role chemistry played in his life. He explains how he was comforted by the rigor and orderliness of science.
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