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The Art of the Story

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WBGO's daily afternoon feature the "Art of the Story" is now a podcast. It's a unique peek into the world of arts and entertainment, featuring interviews with top performers and people making a difference in the arts, whether it be music, dance, books, and much more. Join us at 4:04, 5:04 and 6:04pm weekdays on WBGO for the Art of the Story and catch the podcast at wbgo.org/studios.

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Wrestling champion Anthony Robles hopes the new movie 'Unstoppable' inspires many others that face challenges in their lives 14.01.2025 3:48

On this episode of The Art of the Story, 2011 NCAA Wrestling Champion Anthony Robles talks about the new movie Unstoppable

Light of Day Foundation celebrates 25 years of great music for a great cause 13.01.2025 3:40

On this episode of The Art of the Story, Tony Pallagrosi and Danny Clinch talk about Light of Day Foundation's WinterFest 2025

Jazz Congress 2025: A conference that brings together artists, industry leaders and media 11.01.2025 3:31

On this episode of The Art of the Story, we get a recap of JALC's Jazz Congress 2025

NEA Jazz Master Branford Marsalis brings his quartet to KCA for a special MLK celebration concert 09.01.2025 3:50

On this episode of The Art of the Story, NEA Jazz Master and Grammy Award-winning saxophonist and bandleader Branford Marsalis talks about his quartet's performance at KCA on January 19

In the Moment: NYC Winter Jazzfest 2025 showcases innovation and legacy 08.01.2025 3:17

On this episode of The Art of the Story, WBGO's Leo Sidran previews NYC Winter Jazzfest 2025

Trombonist, composer and arranger David Gibson on working with the legends of jazz 08.01.2025 3:20

On this episode of The Art of the Story, trombonist and composer David Gibson talks about the legendary mentors

Rachael & Vilray bring beautiful music to Jazz at Lincoln Center's The Unity Jazz Festival this week 06.01.2025 3:34

On this episode of The Art of the Story, Rachael & Vilray talk about their music as they get ready for The Unity Jazz Festival on January 10-11

2024 was another big year for Steven Van Zandt 02.01.2025 3:24

On this episode of The Art of the Story, Steven Van Zandt talks about the success of his TeachRock Foundation and its programs

Bob Dylan's poetry inspired Raul Midon's 'Lost and Found' 28.12.2024 3:21

On this episode of The Art of the Story, guitarist and singer-songwriter Raul Midón talks about how Bob Dylan's poetry inspired him to write the title track of Lost and Found

Don Was and the Pan-Detroit Ensemble continue their tour into 2025 26.12.2024 3:04

On this episode of The Art of the Story, WBGO's Gary Walker chats with Don Was about his collaboration with the Pan-Detroit Ensemble and current tour

Bassist Marcus Miller on how Robert Flack predicted he would wind up playing with Miles Davis 24.12.2024 3:24

On this episode of The Art of the Story, bassist Marcus Miller chats with WBGO's Pat Prescott

Guitarist and singer-songwriter Ronnie Baker Brooks certainly has Blues in his DNA 23.12.2024 3:32

On this episode of The Art of the Story, WBGO's Dave Popkin chats with blues guitarist and singer-songwriter Ronnie Baker Brooks

Liam Forde captures the spirit in his arrangement of 'The Holiday Season' 20.12.2024 3:00

On this episode of The Art of the Story, WBGO's Trevor Smith reports on Liam Forde's single "The Holiday Season"

Keb' Mo' is excited about latest collaboration with Taj Mahal coming out in 2025 20.12.2024 3:27

On this edition of The Art of the Story, WBGO's Dave Popkin chats with Keb' Mo' about his next album with Taj Mahal

Pianist and educator Howie Alexander is enjoying Pittsburgh's rich jazz history 18.12.2024 3:09

On this episode of The Art of the Story, Pittsburgh native, Jazz pianist and educator Howie Alexander chats with WBGO's Doug Doyle

Sports media trailblazer Ann Liguori's 'Life on the Green' focuses on 12 golf legends including iconic champion Jack Nicklaus 17.12.2024 3:37

On this episode of The Art of the Story, trailblazing sports TV and radio personality Ann Liguori's new book Life on the Green has a great chapter on champion golfer Jack Nicklaus

Charlie Musselwhite's latest album 'Mississippi Son' was taken from a series of pandemic-era recordings 16.12.2024 3:10

On this episode of The Art of the Story, WBGO's Dave Popkin chats with blues legend Charlie Musselwhite about Mississippi Son

Blues People: A New Jersey band with strong societal messages 13.12.2024 3:46

On this episode, members of Blues People chat with WBGO's Dave Popkin

Saxophonist, vocalist and bandleader Camille Thurman brings her 'Confluence' sound to the UTA Staten Island Jazz Festival 12.12.2024 3:05

On this episode of The Art of the Story, saxophonist and vocalist Camille Thurman talks about her new album Confluence

WBGO Archive: 2008 appearance at J & R Music with singer Catherine Russell and WBGO host Monifa Brown. 11.12.2024 3:30

On this edition of The Art of the Story, a 2008 appearance at J & R Music with singer Catherine Russell and WBGO host Monifa Brown.

WBGO Archive: Gary Walker's 2003 chat with acclaimed author and musician James McBride 08.12.2024 3:29

On this episode of The Art of the Story, WBGO's Gary Walker chats with award-winning author and musician James McBride in 2003

Pianist, composer and band leader Orrin Evans is a force in jazz and beyond 05.12.2024 3:37

On this episode of The Art of the Story, pianist, composer and bandleader Orrin Evans talks about his background and projects

Award-winning playwright Cary Gitter brings 'Gene & Gilda' to the George Street Playhouse 04.12.2024 3:43

On this episode of The Art of the Story, playwright Cary Gitter talks about bringing his play Gene and Gilda to the George Street Playhouse

Newark's own trailblazing Olympic fencer Peter Westbrook dies at the age of 72 03.12.2024 3:23

On this episode of The Art of the Story, WBGO's Jon Kalish reports on the legacy of Peter Westbrook, the trailblazing Olympic fencer from Newark who died on Friday, November 29, 2024 at the age of 72

Pianist and composer Michael Wolff puts soul and science into his projects 03.12.2024 3:33

Pianist and composer Michael Wolff chats with WBGO's Gary Walker about his latest album Memoir