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Omnibus: Studs Terkel's Chicago

Studs Terkel's Chicago

BBC Four - Omnibus, Studs Terkel's Chicago

Profile of Studs Terkel, the acclaimed Chicagoan broadcaster. (1985)

First transmitted in 1985, this documentary shows acclaimed Chicagoan broadcaster Studs Terkel talking about the value of oral history and the voice of ordinary working Americans.

First transmitted in 1985, this documentary features acclaimed Chicagoan broadcaster and Pulitzer Prize winner Studs Terkel talking about the value of oral history and the voice of ordinary working Americans.For over 50 years Terkel occupied a regular spot on the American airwaves and television screens. He appeared as a radio soap opera character, was a 1950s television star, was a jazz critic and was a reliable radio host for his daily show, gaining many industry accolades, including the Italia Prize, over the course of his career.

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