How the unique practices of Greenlandic kayaking are preserving the island's heritage Kayaks were once essential to Greenland's Inuit population, who used them for hunting. Now, the kayak is a symbol of national identity. Ashley Brown
Adrien Brody drew on his family's immigration story for his role in 'The Brutalist' Brody is nominated for an Oscar for his portrayal of a Hungarian-Jewish architect and Holocaust survivor who seeks a fresh start in post-WWII America. Originally broadcast Jan. 7, 2025. Tonya Mosley
Animals are swept up in the 'Flow' of this Oscar-nominated flood film When the flood waters rise, a band of animals takes shelter on a boat, where they have to work together to survive. Flow is a radiant fantasy, where solidarity, not selfishness, can save the day. John Powers
Sebastian Stan and Jeremy Strong reflect on Trump, power and 'The Apprentice' Stan and Strong are nominated for Oscars for The Apprentice. Stan plays the president early in his career, while Strong plays Trump mentor Roy Cohn. Originally broadcast Feb. 2025, and Dec. 2024. Terry Gross
Long ignored, Black modernist architects get recognition Black architects who helped shape the modern architecture movement have often been overlooked. One effort preserves the structures they designed and tells their stories. Buffy Gorrilla
No signs of forced entry or a carbon monoxide leak in Gene Hackman's death Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, were found dead inside a New Mexico home, as well as a dog. The door to the home was open when a maintenance worker discovered their bodies, an affidavit says. Ayana Archie
Remembering actor Gene Hackman Hackman was found in his home Wednesday in Santa Fe, New Mexico, along with his wife and dog. He was 95.
'Fresh Air' remembers Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman Hackman, who was found dead on Feb. 26, appeared in scores of films, including Bonnie and Clyde, The French Connection, Unforgiven, and The Royal Tenenbaums. Originally broadcast in 1999. Terry Gross
Natasha Rothwell on checking into 'The White Lotus' Thailand: 'It felt like home' In the new season of The White Lotus, Rothwell reprises her role of spa manager Belinda, a woman "on the precipice of change" as she straddles the line between guest and staffer. Tonya Mosley
Gene Hackman, who thrived playing the tough guy, dies at 95 Hackman epitomized a 1970s, edgy, tightly wound masculinity. He appeared in more than 100 movies and TV shows, and won Oscars for his performances in The French Connection and Unforgiven. Neda Ulaby