Dave Davies, 1947-

July 23, 2019

41:36

From Insomnia To Sexsomnia, Unlocking The 'Secret World' Of Sleep

We tend to think of being asleep or awake as an either-or prospect: If you're not asleep, then you must be awake. But sleep disorder specialist and neurologist Guy Leschziner says it's not that simple.

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Guy Leschziner

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July 16, 2019

28:14

Colson Whitehead On The True Story Of Abuse And Injustice Behind 'Nickel Boys'

Whitehead's new novel is based on a notorious Florida reform school where boys were beaten and sexually abused. "If there's one place like this, there are many," he says.

Novelist and Pulitzer Prize winner Colson Whitehead contemplates

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July 11, 2019

42:59

Reporter Who Helped Expose Conditions At The Border Says Little Has Changed

NY Times reporter Caitlin Dickerson has been documenting the impact of the Trump administration's policies on migrants — and on the workers who deal with the large number of people held in detention.

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Caitlin Dickerson

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From Insomnia To Sexsomnia, Unlocking The 'Secret World' Of Sleep

Colson Whitehead On The True Story Of Abuse And Injustice Behind 'Nickel Boys'

Reporter Who Helped Expose Conditions At The Border Says Little Has Changed

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