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Americana

08/08/2011

Duration: 25 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC World Service OnlineLatest broadcast: on BBC World Service Online

Presenter David Willis talks to journalist Stephen Glain about his new book, State vs Defense. The two discuss the impact of the US military on American finances and the role it could play as the nation struggles to regain its footing.

Author Mim Harrison explains how a common language divides much of the United States.

Musician Warren Wolf Jr demonstrates what a vibraphone is all about. It takes more muscle then one might think.

And Grammy Award-winning music label Archeophone Records, digs out some of its favorite sounds from America's earliest recording days. Co-owners Richard Martin and Meagan Hennessey share some of the nations founding sounds. Show less

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