Olivia Hampton
Stories
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Politics
'The Apprentice' director talks about the film Donald Trump doesn't want you to see
Ali Abbasi's new film The Apprentice shows ex-President Donald Trump's years as a real estate businessman under the tutelage of lawyer Roy Cohn. The film coincides with Trump seeking another term.
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Arts & Life
Ian McKellen relishes Machiavellian role in new film 'The Critic'
NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with actor Ian McKellen about his starring role as a powerful London theater critic who savages "bad performance" in Anand Tucker's new film The Critic.
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Politics
Tony Blair urges leaders to ignore 'waves of populist opinion'
Tony Blair's On Leadership: Lessons for the 21st Century is the political leadership guide he says he would have wanted in 1997, at the start of his 10-year tenure as British prime minister.
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Music
Paul Robeson's many faces get new spotlight in recording premiere
A box set featuring previously unreleased recordings sheds new light on the life and legacy of Paul Robeson, a bass-baritone concert artist, actor, professional football player and activist.
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Arts & Life
Despite a big anniversary, many locals don’t feel connected to 'The Sound of Music'
The movie "The Sound of Music" was filmed 60 years ago in Salzburg, Austria, where residents are less than enthusiastic about the von Trapp family story that draws hordes of tourists each year.
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National
Heat wave safety tips from the world's first chief heat officer
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Miami Chief Heat Officer Jane Gilbert about the measures she is taking to help residents during this week's heat wave.
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Arts & Life
Franz Kafka's life wasn't so kafkaesque after all, TV miniseries shows
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with lead actor Joel Basman and director David Schalko about his German-Austrian miniseries Kafka on early 20th century author Franz Kafka, released in the U.S. from June 6.
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Health
Horse sports are a leading cause of traumatic brain injuries. Can they be made safer?
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Animals
Horse sports are a leading cause of traumatic brain injuries. Can they be made safer?
NPR's A Martínez speaks with event rider Jonathan Holling about safety concerns and measures in equestrian sports, which are a leading cause of traumatic brain injuries for U.S. athletes.
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Politics
Nikki Haley says Biden is 'more dangerous' than Trump but neither is fit for the job
In an interview with NPR, Nikki Haley says in a rematch between President Biden and former President Donald Trump, Biden is a bigger threat. But she's hoping she presents voters with another option.
