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WBGO Archive: Remembering the musical roots of the late Russell Malone

On this episode of The Art of the Story, the legendary announcer Michael Bourne chats with jazz guitarist Russell Malone in 2004 on WBGO. Malone died Friday at the age of 60.

Jazz kicked off the legendary career of the late producer, composer and musician Quincy Jones

On this episode of The Art of the Story, we pay tribute to the musical genius of Quincy Jones

Arturo O’Farrill: It Don’t Mean a Thing If It Ain’t Got That Sting

Arturo O'Farrill is the latest guest on The Third Story podcast with Leo Sidran

For Spike Wilner, the scene is alive - and growing

Jazz pianist and club owner Spike Wilner reflects on Smalls and Mezzrow not just as venues, but as living containers for a scene that’s always alive—exploring community, stewardship, and his belief that jazz, practiced with care, can be a quiet force for human connection.

With the Greens now leading the polls, party co-chair Annalena Baerbock, 40, is seen as a serious contender for German chancellor in September's general election. She has moved the Greens increasingly to the political center.

These Are The Top Politicians Vying To Succeed Angela Merkel As Germany's Chancellor

With the Greens now leading the polls, their candidate, Annalena Baerbock, 40, is seen as a serious contender. She's moved the once single-issue environmentalist party into the political center.

In a new book of essays, literary luminaries share stories of surviving dark times and the foods tied to those memories. Think of it as a cathartic dinner party.

'Eat Joy': Top Authors Serve Up Recipes That Gave Them Comfort In Dark Times

In a new book of essays, writers such as Claire Messud and Edwidge Danticat share stories of surviving dark times and the foods entwined with those memories. Think of it as a cathartic dinner party.

Row upon row of marzipan trumpets at the Mazapanes Manzanero bakery in San Martin de Pusa, located about 75 miles south of Madrid. Marzipan is a highlight of the Spanish holiday season, and many say the best versions are made in convents and small bakeries like this one.

Marzipan, The Sweet Taste Of The Holidays In Madrid

One legend has it that marzipan emerged during an epic 13th-century Spanish battle. Today, it is a highlight of the holiday season. And the best stuff comes from convents and small family bakeries.

Medical debt is the most common reason for collection calls, a federal study found.

Medical Debt Is Top Reason Consumers Hear From Collection Agencies

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau reports that 59 percent of people contacted by a debt collector had outstanding medical bills. Telecommunications and utility bills trailed far behind.

A boat is pictured on the shallow Rhine river near Oestrich Winkel, western Germany, on Aug. 12, as the water level passed below 40 centimeters, making ship transport increasingly difficult.

Germany's Rhine is at one of its lowest levels. That's trouble for the top EU economy

A hot, dry summer has meant the water level on the Rhine River, Western Europe's most important waterway, is at a record low, making it too shallow for many ships to pass.

Plantivia Wellness in Newark is Educating and Changing how the Marijuana Business affects Communities of Color

WBGO's Alexandra Hill reports on Plantivia Wellness in Newark

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