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Friday

'Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy' Hits Movie Screens

A movie adaptation of Douglas Adams' science-fiction spoof The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy arrives in theaters this weekend. Bob Mondello says it's a mildly amusing movie.

'Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy' Hits Movie Screens

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Review

Movies

David Bianculli on 'The Hitchhiker's Guide'

Fresh Air

David Bianculli, usually Fresh Air's small-screen critic, takes a look at the long-awaited big screen adaptation of Douglas Adams' The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy.

David Bianculli on 'The Hitchhiker's Guide'

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Humor & Fun

The Ancient Origins of Modern Board Games

At the Smithsonian's Arthur M. Sackler Gallery, the exhibit "Asian Games" reveals that many of today's board games were conceived centuries earlier. For instance, Chutes and Ladders began long ago in India as Snakes and Ladders. Curator Ann Gunter gives a tour of the show.

The Ancient Origins of Modern Board Games

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Thursday

The Brothers Who Made Mary Poppins Sing

Generations of children have grown up singing the music and lyrics of Richard M. and Robert B. Sherman. Their hugely popular film musicals, Mary Poppins and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang have now been adapted for the stage.

The Brothers Who Made Mary Poppins Sing

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Movies

'Hitchhiker's Guide' and the Answer to Everything

The executive producer of the new film, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy and the editor of the series' late author, Douglas Adams, talk about the new film, the legacy of the series and, of course, the answer to everything.

'Hitchhiker's Guide' and the Answer to Everything

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Wednesday

Fresh Air

Scoring Political Points in Editorial Cartoons

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Editorial cartoonist Nick Anderson has won fans for the edgy messages often found in his seemingly conventional drawings. Now Anderson has won a Pulitzer for his work.

Scoring Political Points in Editorial Cartoons

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Tuesday

Ridley Scott on 'Kingdom of Heaven'

Ridley Scott has made a name for himself in Hollywood directing blockbusters such as Alien, Black Hawk Down and Gladiator. (And don't forget about Blade Runner.) He talks about his latest film, Kingdom of Heaven, an exploration of the Crusades.

Ridley Scott on 'Kingdom of Heaven'

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Monday

Opinion

From Our Listeners

The Internet as a Public Utility

What if a wireless computer user could access high speed Internet anywhere -- for free? It would be just like turning on a radio and receiving a signal. That's what's happening in some areas, and others are exploring it across the nation.

The Internet as a Public Utility

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Music

Conversations with Bruce Springsteen

Bruce Springsteen is busy. His new album, Devils & Dust will be produced using new dual-disc technology, and he's about to hit the road on a solo tour. The rock legend performs "Jesus Was an Only Son" — a preview for two conversations Renee Montagne has with Springsteen.

Conversations with Bruce Springsteen

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Actor Anthony LaPaglia

Fresh Air

He currently stars on the drama series, Without a Trace as the head of the FBI division that focuses on missing persons. Before that he won an Emmy Award for his guest-starring role as Simon, Daphne's drunken brother on Frasier.

Actor Anthony LaPaglia

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Author Interviews

Going Undercover with the 'Mongols'

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From 1998 to 2000, William Queen went undercover for the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms and rode with the Mongols, a southern California motorcycle gang. His new book is Under and Alone.

Going Undercover with the 'Mongols'

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