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The letter from NY that changed Laura Ingalls Wilder's life
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The news, at age 64, from a New York editor was unexpected for Laura Ingalls Wilder.
What made physician Oliver Sacks unique?
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He used storytelling to connect people with great challenges "back into the world."
What was the Joy Luck Club?
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The title of Amy Tan's famous novel was also the name of an investment club.
How Amy Tan met her husband Lou
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According to Amy Tan's husband Lou, it was "cluelessness at first sight."
The author of “Crazy Rich Asians” describes Amy Tan’s impact
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Kevin Kwan talks about how Amy Tan had an early impact on him.
Amy Tan’s first job was writing astrology
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Amy started out “making up” astrology for her friend’s business.
How blues legend Buddy Guy got his hands on his first guitar
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Hear Buddy Guy play the song by John Lee Hooker that made him want to learn guitar
The two people Buddy Guy admires most as a musician
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Buddy Guy met John Lee Hooker and Big Mama Thornton after years of admiring their music.
How Rita Moreno became a social activist
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Rita Moreno attended the March on Washington and continued to advocate for social justice.
Rita Moreno on facing sexism in the industry
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Rita Moreno recalls facing sexism in the industry.
Rita Moreno's mother inspired her "One Day at a Time" role
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Rita Moreno's portrayal of her role on "One Day at a Time" was inspired by her mother.
Rita Moreno gives one of the shortest Oscars speeches ever
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Rita Moreno recalls giving the shortest Oscars speeches ever for "West Side Story."
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