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The Truth of Mothers and Daughters

Critic-at-large Laurie Stone reviews a novel and a memoir, both of which take a close, realistic look at the often fraught relationship.

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Other segments from the episode on May 15, 1987

Fresh Air with Terry Gross, May 15, 1987: Interview with Joseph Papp; Commentary on accordion music; Interview with Bill James; Review of the books "Anywhere but Here" by Mona Simpson and "Fierce…
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How to Make Theater Important

Impresario Joseph Papp helped launch Broadway hits like A Chorus Line and The Pirates of Penzance, and founded the New York Shakespeare Festival. He talks about the political aspects of theater casting, production, and criticism.

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Comics and Charity.

Critic Laurie Stone comments on two newsworthy comedy events from last weekend--comic Andrew Dice Clay's controversial appearance on Saturday Night Live, and the Comedy Relief special on HBO.

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