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He's a writer with family roots in the southern mountains of Appalachia going back almost three hundred years. We speak with Ron Rash, often called 'the chronicler of Modern Appalachia" about his work as a poet and novelist. Plus we explore the evolution of popular perceptions of Appalachia.
Ron Rash, Author, "Chemistry and Other Stories" (Picador); and John Parris Chair in Appalachian Studies, Western Carolina University
Shaunna Scott, Professor of Sociology, University of Kentucky; President, Appalachian Studies Association
The U.S. News and World Report college rankings are a must-read for students and parents around the country. But dozens of colleges are now revolting against the magazine's rankings, vowing to develop their own method for assessing a school's excellence. Join Kojo for a discussion with a college president who's abandoning the U.S. News rankings.
Kate Will, President, Gettysburg College; Incoming Chair, The Annapolis Group
Brian Kelly, Editor, U.S. News and World Report
Armistead Maupin became a gay rights icon when his "Tales of the City" column first appeared thirty three years ago in a San Francisco newspaper. Now after more than a decade out of the limelight, he's picked up the storyline of his familiar characters. He talks to Kojo about his life, and how gay culture has changed in America.
Armistead Maupin, Author, "Michael Tolliver Lives"
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