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Monday September 20, 2004

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Week of September 20, 2004

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12:06Barry Levinson

The Academy Award winning director of classic films like "Diner" and "Avalon" and the political comedy "Wag the Dog" joins Kojo to talk about the unique relationship of politics and comedy.

Guests

Barry Levinson, director

13:06Opening of the National Museum of the American Indian

Tomorrow marks the opening of the National Museum of the American Indian, with more than 15,000 native Americans expected to participate. We talk with a museum spokesperson about the logistics of the event, and what to expect if you're heading down to the National Mall tomorrow.

Guests

Elizabeth Duggal, Director of External Affairs, National Museum of the American Indian

13:20Nick Flynn

Award-winning writer Nick Flynn's new memoir explores his complicated relationship with his father and their troubling similarities, including each one's bouts with alcoholism and homelessness.

Guests

Nick Flynn, author "Another B.S. Night in Suck City" (Norton)

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