We hear from the executive producer of TV’s longest running history series about the history of America. For this week’s Food Friday, we take a tour of the tart and delicate flavors of Persia as interpreted in several different countries and regions. We also talk about major speeches by Paul Ryan, Michelle Obama, and Donald Trump and how they all fit into the home stretch of the 2016 Presidential Race.
Featured in this Show
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In The Waning Days Of The Presidential Campaign, Both Parties Make Their Final Pleas
Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump is on the defensive following allegations that he touched women inappropriately and without their consent. Democrats have jumped on the news and some Republicans have distanced themselves from the campaign. We’ll recap the latest in presidential politics with Sean Sullivan of The Washington Post.
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Learning The Lessons Of History
We talk with the executive producer of the PBS history series “American Experience.” He shares his perspective on the value of long-form historical documentaries and why history matters.
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Food Friday: Tastes Of Persia Across Different Lands
A new cookbook explores Persian cuisine across Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Iran, and Kurdistan. We find out how preparations differ across the region, and learn about some of our guest’s favorite recipes.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Veronica Rueckert Host
- J. Carlisle Larsen Producer
- Veronica Rueckert Producer
- Kate Archer Kent Producer
- Sean Sullivan Guest
- Mark Samels Guest
- Naomi Duguid Guest
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