Nov 3rd, 2008 · A stalwart of the outlaw country movement in the 1970s, Jennings bucked the conventions of Nashville with a tough sound and attitude. He died in 2002, but his son Shooter, now an outlaw country star in his own right, has just released a collection of songs he made with his dad in the mid-'90s — the last recordings Waylon Jennings ever made.
Oct 14th, 2008 · At the 1896 Democratic Nationl Convention in Chicago, William Jennings Bryan gave a speech that electrified his party. He was an unlikely presidential candidate, but his "Cross of Gold" speech won him the nomination. It is known today as one of the most important oratorical performances in American history.
Aug 28th, 2008 · Once an itinerant 16-year-old high school dropout, the singer-songwriter wound up in Minneapolis, where he has recorded six full-length albums and started a family. He previews his newest record on Mountain Stage.
Jun 3rd, 2008 · Jean Jennings of Automobile Magazine discusses General Motors' decision to close four of its North American truck and SUV plants due to rising gas prices. Jennings predicts Hummers may "seriously" be on the chopping block.
Apr 29th, 2008 · Lyfe Jennings' transformation from prisoner to singing star has touched millions of his fans — including the ones he knew behind bars, who see him as an inspiration. Farai Chideya speaks with the R&B soul singer about his new CD, Lyfe Change.
Dec 20th, 2006 · Six weeks after Election Day, one House race remains in dispute. In Florida's 13th District, which Republican Katherine Harris was vacating to run for the Senate, Republican Vern Buchanan was certified the winner by a narrow 369-vote margin. But Democrat Christine Jennings is challenging the results, both in court and in the House.
Jun 13th, 2006 · Singer/songwriter Mason Jennings is a storyteller first and foremost, but he also combines folk, blues and rock with subtle, effortless grace. Alternately backed by a band and accompanied only by his own guitar, Jennings' acoustic pop songs are honest, intimate and inviting.
May 30th, 2006 · Robert Siegel talks with Verity Jennings, a recent graduate of Leeds Metropolitan University in Britain. Jennings' thesis analyzed the popularity of the term "chavs" in hundreds of newspaper stories. While the origins of the word are murky, Jennings says "chavs" has come to refer to British young people characterized by gold jewelry and sportswear, often in a negative light. But she says references to "chavs" may also create a new sense of belonging.