This episode chronicles Al Letson’s journey teaching at a summer camp at
the Sanctuary on 8th Street, a community center in an economically
challenged neighborhood of Jacksonville, Florida.
Every year, more than a million kids drop out of school. Without a diploma, they will have a tough time succeeding. But the problem starts much earlier than high school.
Quaint storefronts along Main streets, covered bridges and dairy cows are the iconic images of Vermont. But Vermonters pride themselves on their independent spirits and their passion to rebuild is a force of nature, stronger than Tropical Storm Irene.
The Tri-Cities of Washington are Richland, Pasco and Kennewick—three cities clustered near one another in the vast plains and deserts of Washington state, to the east of the Cascade Mountains. In this episode, we’ll explore the secret history of the area, the surprising mix of residents, what’s drawn them here and why.
From The Kitchen Sisters and PRX, a Black History Month Special: "Can Do: Stories of Black Visionaries, Seekers, and Entrepreneurs," with host, Golden Globe and Emmy Award-winning actress, Alfre Woodard.
VPR’s Saturday Special welcomes a new series produced by Radio Netherlands Worldwide. The State We’re In looks at relationships and the choices that define them. Whether it’s the relationship between a captive and a captor, or a blogger and the world-wide web community, "The State We’re In" offers new perspectives every week.