Reverbiage: Stories from NPR tagged 'fred'

Fred Sanford: King Of The Junkyard

Wed, 24 Dec 2008 19:10:00 EST

As part of NPR's "In Character" Series, Tony Cox profiles Fred Sanford. Sanford, the petulant character on the 1970s NBC sitcom "Sanford and Son," ran an antique shop and junkyard out of his Los Angeles home.

Soulive With Fred Wesley, Live At Newport

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 11:52:00 EDT

The popular funk band teams up with James Brown's arranger and trombonist in a collaboration between two different generations of groove musicians. Hear them perform a set of original jams and classic R&B numbers, live at the Newport Jazz Festival

Love Blooms Late, But Sweet, For 'Elsa And Fred'

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 11:36:00 EDT

In the summer, with school out, teen flicks abound. But occasionally a bit of counterprogramming, like the Spanish film Elsa and Fred, finds its way through. It's a romance — about folks who meet when they're in their 70s.

Senior Love on the Big Screen: 'Elsa and Fred'

Sun, 29 Jun 2008 16:00:00 EDT

Love is said to be blind but it may also be ageless. NPR film critic Bob Mondello reviews Elsa and Fred, a Spanish dramedy about a Madrid couple who find love in their 70s.

Fred Sanford: Stubborn, Sharp-Witted, Smart

Mon, 05 May 2008 10:44:00 EDT

As part of NPR's "In Character" series, NPR's Tony Cox profiles the king of the junkyard, Fred Sanford. He was a TV character unlike any other. We take a look at the legacy of the trash-talking junk dealer.

Fred Thompson Prepares for Make-or-Break Primary

Thu, 17 Jan 2008 17:54:00 EST

The future of Republican presidential candidate Fred Thompson's campaign is riding on South Carolina. The former Tennessee senator has faired poorly in the GOP contests so far. A strong placing in the Palmetto State on Saturday could vault him to the front of the pack. NPR talks with Thompson about his hopes for South Carolina.

Fred McDarrah, New York Chronicler, Dies

Sat, 10 Nov 2007 08:00:00 EST

Longtime Village Voice photo chief Fred McDarrah died this week at the age of 81. He captured half a century of highs and lows in New York City. Documentary photographer Marc Asnin speaks with NPR's Scott Simon.

Fred Thompson's 'Last Best Chance' at Office...

Thu, 06 Sep 2007 17:32:00 EDT

In the docu-drama Last Best Chance -- created to help spread the word about the risk of ill-secured nuclear materials -- Fred Thompson stars in a role he's prepping himself for in real life.

Fred Thompson Kicks Off Campaign in Iowa

Thu, 06 Sep 2007 17:28:00 EDT

Having finally announced his presidential candidacy, Fred Thompson begins a four-state campaign swing in Iowa, a key primary state. The actor and former senator was on everyone's mind during Wednesday night's Republican debate in New Hampshire -- which Thompson skipped.

Republican Voters Size Up Fred Thompson

Wed, 05 Sep 2007 17:06:00 EDT

The actor and former senator is poised to jump into the presidential race, and in many ways, he represents the traditional Republican values that Rudolph Giuliani and Mitt Romney lack. But will the base like him? Voters in the traditionally Republican town of Evansville, Ind., weigh in.

Whither Fred Thompson's Non-Candidacy...

Wed, 01 Aug 2007 14:30:00 EDT

Fred Thompson has not announced his presidential candidacy, but scrutiny is running high about the man who could be a top Republican contender, especially after he announced that he raised only $3.4 million last quarter.

Political Junkie: Ted Stevens and Fred Thompson

Wed, 01 Aug 2007 14:22:00 EDT

Our weekly roundup of political comings and goings with the Political Junkie is all about money this week: Sen. Ted Stevens (R-AK) is under investigation for corruption, and possible presidential candidate Fred Thompson may not have the necessary war chest for a campaign.

Fred Thompson Mum on GOP Presidential Bid

Thu, 26 Jul 2007 06:00:00 EDT

Fred Thompson has not appeared in a Republican presidential debate, has spent relatively little money, and has not even announced his candidacy. But the actor and former U.S. Senator from Tennessee is among the leaders in every poll of GOP voters. But how long is too long to wait?

Hey Fred, Thanks for the Haircuts

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 16:00:00 EDT

Storyteller Bill Harley laments the retiring of his barber, Fred.

Fred Thompson for President...

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 13:49:00 EDT

Former Sen. Fred Thompson (R-TN) is a potential presidential candidate, but some critics say the folksy charmer isn't keen to do the hard work of getting elected. Though he hasn't yet said he'll run, he did end his TV role on Law & Order.

Fred Thompson: Senator vs. Actor

Thu, 31 May 2007 13:00:00 EDT

We compare the words of former Sen. Fred Thompson, (R-TN) with those of the actor Fred Dalton Thompson, star of TV's Law and Order.

Fred Thompson Moves Closer to 2008 Candidacy

Wed, 30 May 2007 16:52:00 EDT

Former Tennessee Sen. Fred Thompson, a 2008 "dream candidate" for many conservatives who are disenchanted with the Republican presidential field, will announce the creation of a preliminary fundraising effort that will test the waters to see if there is room for another GOP candidate Monday.

Republican Voters Intrigued by Fred Thompson

Sat, 05 May 2007 11:41:00 EDT

Declared Republican candidates for president met in California for their first debate this week. But many Republican voters are talking about a potential candidate who also appeared in California this week. They want to see TV star and former Tennessee Sen. Fred Thompson enter the race.

Fred Thompson for President...

Mon, 19 Mar 2007 13:00:00 EDT

Former senator and current Law and Order star Fred Thompson is the man many conservatives hope will throw his hat into the presidential ring. Let's compare Thompson's qualifications to those of other candidates who aren't starring in a hit TV show.

Harnoncourt's Picks: Schubert's Sacred Music

Thu, 11 May 2006 10:27:00 EDT

Conductor Nikolaus Harnoncourt and Fred child discuss Schubert's sacred music... and Harnoncourt conducts a performance of the Gloria from Schubert's Mass No. 5 in A-Flat Major.

Doctors Work to Rebuild Health Care System in Kashmir

Wed, 12 Apr 2006 06:00:00 EDT

Six months after an earthquake devastated the Himalayan province of Kashmir, doctors on the Pakistani side are trying to rebuild a health care system for millions of homeless people. A group of Pakistani-American doctors helped with the immediate crisis last fall. Now they're trying to make sure that donors honor their pledges. Fred de Sam Lazaro of Twin Cities Public Television in Minneapolis reports.

Fred L. Soper and Brazil's Alien Invasion

Wed, 02 Nov 2005 00:00:00 EST

In the 1930s, an ambitious young doctor set out to rid Brazil of mosquito that threatened to cripple the continent with malaria. The mosquito's landing in the Americas was billed as more dangerous than a Martian invasion. A look at one of the first global public health collaborations against malaria.

Fred Friendly's Speech at Quonset

Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 EDT

Fred Friendly's Speech at Quonset Point Naval Air Station in 1941

Fred Hersch Interprets 'Leaves of Grass'

Tue, 28 Jun 2005 00:00:00 EDT

Pianist and composer Fred Hersch has created his own jazz-infused arrangement of texts from Walt Whitman's exultant poem Leaves of Grass. We take you to Zankel Hall for the New York premiere.

Pianist, Composer Fred Hersch: 'Leaves of Grass'

Wed, 09 Mar 2005 00:00:00 EST

In his 30-year career, musician Fred Hersch has performed in solo, duo, trio and quintet settings. In 2003 he received the prestigious Guggenheim Memorial Fellowship, which he used to work on his latest project, Leaves of Grass. For it, Hersch leads a 10-piece ensemble, which includes vocalists singing the words of Walt Whitman set to compositions by Hersch. He is touring the ensemble this month.