The Sound of Young America

The Sound of Young America is a public radio show about things that are awesome. Each week on the show, host Jesse Thorn, "America's Radio Sweetheart," hosts in-depth discussions with personalities from the world of entertainment & the arts. Think of it like Conan O'Brien on public radio, or "Fresh Air," but more fun. More About The Sound of Young America

TSOYA Classics: Grind Time (October 6th, 2006)

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We continue our journey into The Sound of Young America's vast audio archive with this program from The Sound of Young America Classics.

Grammy-winning rapper Killer Mike is a native of Adamsville, Georgia, outside of Atlanta. Since debuting on the Outkast single "The Whole World" in 2001, he has emerged from the shadow of his legendary mentors, combining a ferocious delivery with lyrical density in a manner reminiscent of Ice Cube in his hey-day. He recently released "I Pledge Allegiance To The Grind," a two-CD "street album" with his crew, Grind Time Rap Gang.

Please note: we had a little phone trouble 2/3 of the way through and Mike had to go on speakerphone, apologies for any audio quality issues.



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Agent Todd on the Case

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Friend of the show and past guest Charlie Todd, founder of Improv Everywhere, wore his Sound of Young America t-shirt for the latest IE prank, Where's Rob. Above, a photo of Charlie, and below, the video of the prank.

Music Director Alex Patsavas : Interview on The Sound Of Young America

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Alex Patsavas

Alexandra Patsavas has been been filling up your portable music device with the non-mainstream/indie rock music you love without you even knowing it.

She's mostly known for being the music supervisor for notable television series like The O.C, Grey's Anatomy, Gossip Girl & Mad Men as well as many films. We talk about her humble beginnings as a B-movie music supervisor, to her most recent venture as music director for the popular teen film The Twilight Saga: New Moon.

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Ian MacKaye of Fugazi, Minor Threat and The Evens: Interview on The Sound of Young America

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Ian MacKaye

Ian MacKaye is a punk rock legend. His bands have included Minor Threat, Fugazi and most recently The Evens. He's also an icon in the straightedge movement and a scion of the world of DIY. His independent record label, Dischord, has run for more than 20 years without contracts. He joined us live on stage in Washington DC at the Bentzen Ball.

(photo by Jenny Lewis)

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Scott Schuman, The Sartorialist: Interview on The Sound of Young America

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Scott Schuman

Scott Schuman is the creator of the street fashion photography blog The Sartorialist. His new book collects some of his favorite photos from the blog. His subjects range from Hasidim on the streets of New York to garment industry insiders in Milan.

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Nick Hornby on An Education and Juliet, Naked: Interview on The Sound of Young America

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Nick Hornby

Nick Hornby is the author of numerous books, the most recent of which is Juliet, Naked. He's also written the screenplay for the film "An Education."

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Andrew W.K., Nellie McKay and The Spinto Band: Live from Philadelphia and New York on The Sound of Young America

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Andrew W.K.
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The Spinto Band

Live performances from our East Coast trip. Includes a conversation and music from Andrew W.K., Nellie McKay & the Aristocrats and The Spinto Band.

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Kumail Nanjiani & Kent Haines on The Sound of Young America

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Kent Haines
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Live comedy from our shows in Philadelphia and New York City.
Featuring Kumail Nanjiani and Kent Haines

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Charles Burns: Cartoonist and Illustrator Interview Live in Philadelphia on The Sound of Young America

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Charles Burns

Charles Burns is a cartoonist and illustrator whose best-known work is the graphic novel Black Hole. His illustrations have been featured in The New Yorker, and his graphic art has promoted products like Altoids and Coca-Cola's short-lived hip spinoff, OK Cola. We spoke with him at the Philly Improv Theater in Philadelphia.

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Mutter Museum Director Dr. Robert Hicks, Live in Philadelphia; The Sound of Young America

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Robert Hicks, PhD

Robert Hicks, PhD is the director of the Mutter Museum at the College of Physicians of Philadelphia. It's a legendary collection of medical history, and more than a few medical oddities.

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