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Exploring Downtown L.A.'s Creative Edge from 2023-12-14T08:15:20.229779
From painters to chefs, documentary filmmakers to dancers, the population of downtown Los Angeles is an eclectic mix of artists and creators of culture. In this episode of “The Special,” we tour...
ListenHouston: Where Cultural Change Remains Constant from 2019-03-30T07:30
In this episode of “The Special,” we learn how Houston has embraced its heritage and reimagined it for a modern era. We meet Anna Pham, whose Mai’s Restaurant has been a city staple; Chris Sheph...
ListenHow Greenville Keeps Moving Forward from 2019-03-25T07:30
When you’re in Greenville, S.C. you feel like you’re home. There are no strangers in Greenville, the locals say, only friends you haven’t met yet. In this episode of “The Special,” we explore So...
ListenPhiladelphia: A Big City with a Small-City Feel from 2019-03-18T07:30
In this episode of “The Special,” we explore the constantly evolving South Philadelphia neighborhood. Once considered a red light district, an influx of businesses have moved there, some of whic...
ListenMinneapolis: Cold Weather Creates Unique Culture from 2019-03-11T07:30
Minneapolis is evolving. The weather may be frigid, but it's a welcoming and inclusive environment in which creativity and diversity are valued. In this episode, we'll explore the melding of Nor...
ListenMaking Connections In Seattle from 2019-02-25T08:00
Seattle has transformed from a logging town into one of the most desirable cities in the USA. But for newcomers, it can be difficult to meet new people. It’s a phenomenon known to the locals as ...
ListenIntroducing The Special from 2019-02-12T18:32:16
In this six-part series, explore how different American cities are defined by the artists and chefs who inhabit them — hosted by Minya Oh, a.k.a. “Miss Info.” In each episode, we’ll sit down for...
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