The American Story
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Novelist Russell Banks ponders race, religion, capitalism and nationalism, and how these elements are essential to the American story.
Since this is an election year, we are inundated with pundits and politicians talking about "real" Americans and what they want out of life. The question is, what is an American, really? What makes us different from people in other countries? How has our culture been shaped by our history and the continent we conquered?
On this edition of "Bob Edwards Weekend," the novelist Russell Banks ponders those questions in his first work of nonfiction, titled "Dreaming Up America."
Also on the show: Filmmaker Alex Gibney makes his fourth appearance on this program to discuss his new project. The latest documentary for the Peabody and Academy Award-winning director is called "Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson." It’s narrated by actor Johnny Depp and opens this weekend.
Bob Edwards Weekend" is a two-hour interview showcase, in which celebrated host Bob Edwards highlights the life and work of interesting people, from newsmakers, historians, and authors to artists, actors, and regular folks too. The show is produced by XM Satellite Radio and distributed nationwide by PRI.
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His work on NPR's Morning Edition put that program on the map, and since his departure that morning show has yet to measured up to his standards. Please keep your work on the radio for those who prefer a thinking person's program.
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