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By This American Life
4.5
8647386,473 ratings
This American Life presents true stories that unfold like radio movies. Each week, the show selects a theme, and the stories explore the funny moments, big feelings, and surprising plot twists of human experience.
The show delivers a blend of journalism, storytelling, and humor. It's a highly produced program with a variety of voices, music, and sound effects. Episodes often have a clear structure, with segments built around the chosen theme.
Recent episodes have explored diverse topics such as the intersection of Christmas and retail, the making of a media narrative about Portland, the complexities of gift-giving, and historical movements. Also included are episodes on mysteries and family dynamics.
Ira Glass hosts the show. He is known for his work in public radio, and the show is produced in collaboration with WBEZ Chicago.
Episodes typically run between 35 and 45 minutes, with some episodes reaching around an hour.
New episodes drop regularly.
Society and culture, news, arts, storytelling, personal narratives, current events
Listeners who enjoy in-depth storytelling, personal essays, and thought-provoking explorations of everyday life will find this show engaging.
This American Life presents true stories that unfold like radio movies. Each week, the show selects a theme, and the stories explore the funny moments, big feelings, and surprising plot twists of human experience.
The show delivers a blend of journalism, storytelling, and humor. It's a highly produced program with a variety of voices, music, and sound effects. Episodes often have a clear structure, with segments built around the chosen theme.
Recent episodes have explored diverse topics such as the intersection of Christmas and retail, the making of a media narrative about Portland, the complexities of gift-giving, and historical movements. Also included are episodes on mysteries and family dynamics.
Ira Glass hosts the show. He is known for his work in public radio, and the show is produced in collaboration with WBEZ Chicago.
Episodes typically run between 35 and 45 minutes, with some episodes reaching around an hour.
New episodes drop regularly.
Society and culture, news, arts, storytelling, personal narratives, current events
Listeners who enjoy in-depth storytelling, personal essays, and thought-provoking explorations of everyday life will find this show engaging.

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