Oct 29th, 2008 · Though he now lives in Seattle, folk musician Darren Smith grew up across Washington's eastern border in the small college town of Moscow, ID. With a secluded population of only 22,000, Moscow bills itself as the "Heart of the Arts." It might sound like an unlikely title, but Moscow, ID is also the home of singer-songwriter Josh Ritter. "Maybe it's the cold winters and isolation that brings out the artistic drive in people," Smith says.
Oct 21st, 2008 · The Fox News Channel promotes itself as fair and balanced. Detractors point to its conservative talkers to argue the top-rated cable news channel is anything but balanced. Yet, Fox's Shep Smith says he brings a central time zone sensibility to the news — and tries to leave his personal beliefs at home.
Oct 20th, 2008 · In her third appearance on Mountain Stage, Nashville-based singer-songwriter Mindy Smith performs music from her 2006 album Long Island Shores. She also dips into her 2004 debut, One Moment More, and performs a cover of Dolly Parton's "Jolene."
Oct 17th, 2008 · In Oregon, incumbent Republican Sen. Gordon Smith is running in a tight race against a relatively unknown Democrat, Jeff Merkley. The latest polls have Smith and Merkley very close, with Smith a few points behind. Oregon Public Broadcasting's Chris Lehman reports.
Oct 16th, 2008 · Margaret Chase Smith, called the "lady of Maine," was a tough hawk who took a keen interest in military affairs and free speech. In 1964, she became the first woman to have her name placed in nomination for the presidency by a major political party.
Sep 21st, 2008 · Carrie Staton is an uninsured mother of two; her husband has multiple sclerosis and she's coping with diabetes. Ralph Smith is a small business owner struggling to pay for his employees' health benefits. Smith and Staton both live in the swing state of Virginia. Host Andrea Seabrook asks representatives of both presidential nominees to explain how their health care plans would help Smith and Staton.
Sep 3rd, 2008 · Once described as an "excitement merchant" for his soul-stirring sound, the keyboard whiz brought the Hammond B-3 organ from novelty status to the forefront of the jazz community through innovation and prolific recording.
Jul 19th, 2008 · Our dear NPR colleague, Gary L. Smith, died this week at age 57. For the past four years, Smith presided over NPR's front desk, greeting everyone who walked through with a giant smile. The loveliness that lit up his face was his determination to see the beauty in everyone.