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John posted on Tuesday, June 23rd, 2009 | Blog, Station Newsletters

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PRX Station Newsletter
June 23, 2009

PRX: Weather or Not

Hi friend of PRX,

The first week of summer and PRX has about had it. The wettest June in Boston since 1903; you could grill beef on any sidewalk in the Midwest; and it is humid in usually dry LA.

We’re tempted to chill out with summertime listening and dig some BBQ advice.

Is this air conditioning busted?

-John



4th of July | Introducing DimeStories | Woodstock: 40 Years Ago
Plan Ahead | Other Good Stuff

Fireworks and Family 

Pieces for the 4th of July

Humankind: American Resilience

David Freudberg | 00:59:00

From recession to global warming, a remarkable confluence of challenges calls America to summon its inner strengths. But this is not the first time we have faced a heavy burden. Historically, how has America risen to the occasion of adversity and bounced back?

A Taste of America: Fireworks

Jake Warga | 00:04:56

A behind-the-scenes look at the American Fireworks team, and what it means to be an American, during the Macau International Fireworks Contest in China.

More choices for July 4th


Introducing DimeStories
 

New series of narratives read by their authors

“Clowns” read by author Emil Wilson

Amy Wallen | 00:04:00

Frustrated by having to be too politically correct? An advertising agency creates a new commercial using clowns, and things get crazy when the client begins to nitpick the ethnic diversity.



“Trout Stream Families” read by author Scott Carrier


Amy Wallen | 00:03:45

Subtle hints reveal the many dark family secrets that lie below the surface of an otherwise relaxing outing.

More silly and serious DimeStories

Rock On 

Aug. 15-18: 40 years since the Woodstock Festival

Back To The Garden: Woodstock Remembered

Paul Ingles | Two 59:00 Hours or Two 54:00 Hours

Musicians and audience members recall the festival that rocked the world. Featured are interviews with Woodstock organizers, plus archival recordings from performers such as Jefferson Airplane, The Who, Richie Havens, and many more.

Plan Ahead 

  • Rainbow Radio:
  • Real stories, real people, great radio:

    Only on PRX: hour-long specials featuring quiet discovery, enlightenment, shock, embarrassment, obsession, and joy. The CBC’s Outfront specials. Great for Labor Day weekend.

Other Good Stuff 




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Original weather image by Weather Underground. American flag image by woodley wonderworks.




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