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John Aiello Discusses the Italian American Community.

John Aiello, head of the Italian American Bicentennial, talks Italian Americans and their role in U. S. society.

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Other segments from the episode on April 29, 1976

Fresh Air with Terry Gross, April 29, 1976: Interview with Barry Harris; Interview with Marcella Hazan; Interview with John Aiello.

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