The Fresh Air Weekend show is a must-listen for anyone who loves interviews, reviews, and new program elements tailored specifically for weekends. This week, Andrew Scott discusses the importance of advocating for characters rather than judging them in the Netflix adaptation of The Talented Mr. Ripley.
Lionel Shriver’s latest novel, “Mania,” satirizes anti-intellectualism in an alternative America where discrimination against those perceived as less intelligent is being eradicated. Nancy Nichols’ book, “Women Behind the Wheel,” explores the gendered history of cars and how they have symbolized adventure, power, and strength for men while women have been associated with domestic duties, even leading to minivan prototypes with built-in washer/dryers.
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