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Chicago Humanities Tapes

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Chicago Humanities Festival
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James Spooner
Real Work: On the Mystery Of Mastery
Frank Bruni
Eboo Patel
Alberto Aguilar
Fear Street
Black Experience

Being human is hard. Luckily we've got the biggest names and brightest minds of today's society to help us out. Join us as we sneak you into can't-miss special events and once in a lifetime conversations direct from the live Chicago Humanities experience. You'll hear fresh interviews along with previously unreleased audio from our 30+ year archive on entertainment, politics, literature, and techno... more

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Conversations feature prominent thinkers, artists, and cultural figures in long-form discussions drawn from live events and archival material. Episodes explore ideas across culture, politics, literature, and technology, often tying personal narratives to larger societal trends. A common thread is curiosity, optimism, and a belief in collective problem-solving, with guests ranging from authors and historians to artists and curators sharing process, impact, and future possibilities. The format celebrates depth over sound bites, frequently highlighting community engagement and Chicago's vibrant arts and intellectual scene, making it well-suited for listeners who value thoughtful analysis and context around contemporary issues.

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8. Elizabeth Moen

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