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Archive recordings of US public radio shows from the early 2000s.

Archive recordings of US public radio shows from the early 2000s, exploring contemporary American culture and society.

This American Life: High Cost of Living

08/06/2014

High Cost of Living

BBC Radio 4 Extra - This American Life, High Cost of Living

Stories of those who choose not to live each moment to the fullest to make themselves numb

4 Extra Debut. Stories of people who choose not to live every moment to the fullest, to make themselves numb. US public radio show from 1999.

Stories of people who choose not to live to the fullest, and instead make themselves numb. US public radio show from 1999. 

Weaving interviews, stories, and music, This American Life takes us on an intense weekly journey into the lives of ordinary and extraordinary people and situations. 

One of the great speech radio successes of recent years from Ira Glass and his team at Chicago Public Media.

Your digital radio entertainment station showcasing the best in comedy and drama

Your digital radio entertainment station showcasing the best in comedy and drama. With recent favourites from BBC Radio 4.

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