Wednesday December 28, 12 - 1 pm: H.L. Mencken, in his own words

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The Enoch Pratt Free Library made available to us a 1948 interview of H.L. Mencken, the only known recording of the famous journalist who lived his entire life in Baltimore. We'll hear Mencken speak of his early life in Baltimore, his career as a columnist and magazine editor, his view of politicians, the newspaper union, beer and the American language. As interviewed by Baltimore Sun reporter and critic, David Kirkley. (REBROADCAST)



 

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Producer:  Nikki Gamer

Producer:  Sean Yoes

To call into the show: 410-662-8780 locally, or toll-free at 1-866-661-9309

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