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An email from a federal prosecutor in New York revealed details about the flights the president took on Epstein’s private jet in the 1990s. Clinton’s spokesperson joined other critics of the Justice ...

If you’ve written a tune or crafted lyrics that capture the magic of the holidays, this is your moment to shine. We’re looking for everything from Christmas classics in the making to festive drinking ...

The definition of American folk art is notoriously difficult to pin down. In the twentieth century “folk art” has embraced everything from Pennsylvania German frakturs to eccentric architectural ...

Podcasts Music Commentary Song of the Day From MPR News Music lovers from 89.3 The Current comb through mountains of music to choose the best new, independent, and unreleased songs to share with you ...

Hosted by folksinger and songwriter Tom Brosseau, The Great American Folk Show Podcast features interviews, music, poetry, and more, curated from the show's beloved radio broadcast.