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Filmmaker John Waters -- aka the 'Pope of Trash' -- turns 80
Once called the "King of Bad Taste," Waters is known for his off-beat cult films Pink Flamingos and Polyester, as well as the more mainstream Hairspray. Originally broadcast in 2014 and 2019.
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The Mother Of Forensic Science
A tiny knife, a miniature bloodstained blanket. Bruce Goldfarb, of the chief medical examiner’s office, tells us about the tiny clues arranged by wealthy…
South Korean President Faces Mounting Pressures
In an exclusive interview with NPR, South Korea's President Lee Myung-bak speaks about opposition to a free trade agreement with the United States. Facing declining popularity, he also addresses criticism that his policy on North Korea is too hardline.
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It's DIVINE, the late leading lady of John Waters' films
It's DIVINE, the late leading lady of John Waters' films. Born Harris Glen Milstead, the 300-pound transvestite passed away in March of 1988, shortly after starring in John Waters' first big budget studio film, "Hairspray." He was 42. Divine was an integral part of Waters' ensemble cast, appearing in all his earlier films except "Desperate Living." Divine and Waters knew each other from childhood. It was Waters' movie "Pink Flamingoes" that made Divine famous, because he ate dog feces (yes, real feces) at the end of the film. Divine also made 2 films independent of Waters, playing a male gangster in "Trouble in Mind," and Tab Hunter's love interest in "Lust in the Dust." Divine spoke with Terry in February of 1988.int 3. : We feature a new interview with JOHN WATERS on the day his latest film, "Serial Mom," is released. After the low-budget "Polyester," Waters went to Hollywood to make the big-budget films "Hairspray" and "Cry Baby." Waters still lives in Baltimore, where he was born. "Serial Mom" stars Kathleen Turner and Sam Waterston. Waters is also the author of several books, including "Shock Value" and "Trash Trio."REV: Rock critic Ken Tucker reviews "Mellow Gold," by Beck.
Trump Criticizes Late Rep. John Lewis For Not Attending Inauguration
When asked in an interview whether he found the late civil rights icon impressive, Trump claims to have done more for Black Americans than anybody else.
John Waters Hitchhikes Across America, And Lives To Write About It
The 68-year-old film director hitchhiked from Baltimore to San Francisco for his book Carsick. He says hitchhiking is "the worst beauty regimen ever."Originally broadcast June 10.
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John Lithgow on having a 'good ending' — on and off screen
Actor John Lithgow grew up in a theater family but always wanted to be a painter. On Wild Card this week, he opens up what changed his mind.
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For John Baldessari, Conceptual Art Means Serious Mischief
Artist John Baldessari is an iconic figure in some modern art circles. His conceptual pieces — black-and-white photographs covered with colorful dots, a blue sky painted on a museum floor — can provoke smiles. But serious ideas lie beneath the surface.
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John Kerry Says Climate Change Is An 'Existential' Crisis
John Kerry, Biden's special envoy for climate, says climate change is an existential crisis. "And the question is, are we behaving as if it is? And the answer is no."
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Former head of the FBI's Serial Crime Unit, JOHN DOUGLAS
Former head of the FBI's Serial Crime Unit, JOHN DOUGLAS. For 20 years he investigated serial murders for the FBI, and developed techniques to get criminals to talk, and to lure them into capture. He also pioneered criminal profiling. Many of his techniques have been adopted by police departments and prosecutors nationwide. DOUGLAS interviewed such notorious killers as Charles Manson and Richard Speck. He has a new memoir, Mind Hunter: Inside the FBI's Elite Serial Crime Unit (Lisa Drew book, written with Mark Olshaker). (THIS INTERVIEW CONTINUES INTO THE SECOND HALF OF THE SHOW
John Walker Lindh Sues For Prison Prayer Group
John Walker Lindh was a middle-class kid in Northern California who converted to Islam, traveled the world, and was captured by U.S. authorities in Afghanistan after Sept. 11, allegedly fighting alongside the Taliban. Now, he's suing the government over religious rights at a secret prison facility.
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Spy Novelist John Le Carré Dies At 89
The bestselling author of The Spy Who Came in from the Coldand Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spydied Saturday at age 89; his work was informed by his own years as a spy during the Cold War.
Guinness plan could go flat without help from Annapolis
Plans to put a Guinness brewery in Baltimore County will fall flat unless the Maryland General Assembly takes action. It’s all about how much beer…
Rep. John Lewis among subjects of new stamps in 2023
The new stamps will also feature the Great Smoky Mountains as well as author and illustrator Tomie dePaola.
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John Boyega Is Awakening 'Star Wars' Fans In Nigeria
The actor who plays Finn, a disillusioned Stormtrooper in the new film, has said he's "a confident, Nigerian, black, chocolate man." Nigerian filmgoers are over the moon.
After Epic Match, John Isner Falls Flat At Wimbledon
After playing a three-day match, he falls to an unranked player.
Johns Hopkins Medicine to start charging for some online messaging
The charges will start on July 18.
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Pugh Rejects Request for Fewer Officers Around Johns Hopkins
Some Baltimore City Council members want fewer police patrolling around Johns Hopkins University and Hospital. But Mayor Catherine Pugh rejected the idea…
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The big business stories in Hollywood with entertainment reporter John Horn
With box office revenues continuing to slump, a major studio up for sale, and the announcement that the Academy Awards will go to YouTube in 2029, this has been a tumultuous year in Hollywood.
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Doctor Who, Mobtown Doulas, and Road Dogs
Fans attempt to explain the sci-fi universe of Doctor Who, we meet MobtownDoulas Carla Paisley and Emily Leffler-Schulman, and transcontinental touring…
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