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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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Coltrane 99: Acclaimed author Ashley Kahn's essay on John Coltrane's 'A Love Supreme' 24.09.2025 3:54

On this episode of The Art of the Story from the WBGO Archive (2002) Jazz author Ashley Kahn provides his essay on John Coltrane's A Love Supreme album

Coltrane 99: WBGO Archive (2018) Ravi Coltrane and Christian McBride on 'Both Directions at Once: The Lost Album' 23.09.2025 3:20

On this episode of The Art of the Story from the WBGO Archive, Ravi Coltrane and Christian McBride talk about Coltrane's Both Directions at Once: The Lost Album

Coltrane 99: WBGO Archive (2023): Milestones host Angélika Beener chats with saxophonist Marcus Strickland about 'My Favorite Things' 22.09.2025 3:46

Milestones host Angélika Beener spoke with saxophonist Marcus Strickland in 2023 about John Coltrane's My Favorite Things

18th annual OSPAC West Orange Jazz Fest is Saturday, February 20 19.09.2025 3:44

On this episode of The Art of the Story, Pleasant Valley Productions founder previews the 18th annual OSPAC West Orange Jazz Fest

Jamie Bernstein curates a tribute concert at City Winery for her legendary father Leonard and her late brother Alexander 18.09.2025 3:47

On this episode of The Art of the Story, Jamie Bernstein talks about the upcoming BERNSTEIN REMIX concert at City Winery

Julius Rodriguez headlines the 2025 Hudson Jazz Festival 18.09.2025 3:23

On this episode of The Art of the Story, Julius Rodriguez and curator Cat Henry talk about the 2025 Hudson Jazz Festival

Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and guitarist Colin Hay recalls his collaboration with NEA Jazz Master Herbie Hancock 16.09.2025 3:42

On this episode of The Art of the Story, singer, songwriter and guitarist Colin Hay recalls his early recording with Herbie Hancock

New Jersey's film industry is soaring 16.09.2025 3:54

On this episode of The Art of the Story, Jon Crowley talks about New Jersey's booming film industry

Singer Michael Mayo to 'FLY' at the 2025 Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival 13.09.2025 3:45

On this episode of The Art of the Story, singer Michael Mayo, who is performing at the 2025 Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival, talks about his FLY album

José James is one of the headliners of the 2025 Montclair Jazz Festival 11.09.2025 3:04

On this episode of The Art of the Story, Christian McBride talks about why he's thrilled José James will be performing at the 2025 Montclair Jazz Festival

Creator of the Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival Janis Burley previews this year's lineup 10.09.2025 3:50

On this episode of The Art of the Story, Janis Burley previews the 15th annual Pittsburgh International jazz Festival

Jazz House Kids founder Melissa Walker proudly presents the 2025 Montclair Jazz Festival 09.09.2025 3:28

On this episode of The Art of the Story, Jazz House Kids founder an President Melissa Walker chats with Doug Doyle about the 2025 Montclair Jazz Festival

The incredible journey of actor, dancer and author Ronald "Smokey" Stevens 05.09.2025 3:52

On this episode of The Art of the Story, WBGO's Doug Doyle chats with actor, dancer and author Ronald "Smokey" Stevens about his amazing career and new book

WBGO Archive (1992): Two legends get together to talk about why Frank Sinatra was so special 05.09.2025 3:45

On this episode of The Art of the Story from the WBGO Archive, legendary announcer Michael Bourne chats with iconic singer Tony Bennett about what made Frank Sinatra so special

Jeff Goldblum's 'Still Blooming' features guest vocalists Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande 03.09.2025 3:34

On this episode of The Art of the Story, WBGO's Doug Doyle chats with Jeff Goldblum about having Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo as guest vocalists on his latest album

New Jersey acclaimed pianist Matthew Whitaker dazzled the crowd at the 2025 DC JazzFest 02.09.2025 3:36

On this episode of The Art of the Story, WBGO's Dave Popkin chats with Matthew Whitaker right after his set at the 2025 DC JazzFest

The 2025 DC JazzFest was a huge success 01.09.2025 3:43

In this episode of The Art of the Story, WBGO's Doug Doyle recaps the 2025 DC JazzFest

Acclaimed actor, singer and voiceover artist Keith David brings his new jazz album to the PIJF 29.08.2025 3:54

On this episode of The Art of the Story, acclaimed actor, singer and voiceover artist Keith David talks about his new jazz album

Lalah Hathaway looks forward to performing live at the 2025 DC JazzFest 28.08.2025 3:43

On this episode of The Art of the Story, singer-songwriter Lalah Hathaway chats with WBGO's Doug Doyle about performing live at the DC JazzFest

The emotional doc 'CLEMENTE' hits theaters September 12 27.08.2025 3:41

On this episode of The Art of the Story, we get a preview of the new documentary "CLEMENTE" from filmmaker David Altrogge

Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Jonathan Capehart doesn't hold back in his new memoir 26.08.2025 3:19

On this episode of The Art of the Story, MSNBC host and Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Jonathan Capehart talks about his new memoir

Orrin Evans' third annual Jazz Train to the Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival 25.08.2025 3:32

On this episode of The Art of the Story, Orrin Evans talks about the idea of having a Jazz Train trip to the Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival

Comedian and television host Roy Wood Jr.'s 'The Man of Many Fathers' gives his life lessons 24.08.2025 3:43

On this episode of The Art of the Story, WBGO's Favorite Things host Pat Prescott chats with standup comedian and TV host Roy Wood Jr.

"Lee Berk: Leading the Berklee Way' tells the story of a visionary family legacy that led to a unique music college 22.08.2025 3:44

On this episode of The Art of the Story, we highlight the new book Lee Berk: Leading the Berklee Way.

WBGO Archive (2013): Knicks great Earl Monroe on jazz and Miles Davis 20.08.2025 3:54

On this episode of The Art of the Story from the WBGO Archive, Knicks World Champion guard Earl "The Pearl" Monroe chats with SportsJam host Doug Doyle in 2013